Elizabeth Martinez
Newark,CA
Summary
Talented EHS professional with background in assessing safety to develop, suggest and implement measures to boost safety standards. Focused on reviewing information and operations to oversee health and safety risks and procedures. Controlled in initiating new protocols and operational methods to correct safety issues, resulting in minimized workplace injuries and incidents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
EHS Engineer
FM Industries Inc.
08.2018 - Current
- Designed engineering solutions when facilities or equipment failed safety inspection, verifying future compliance with appropriate guidelines.
- Reviewed production work processes to detect possible safety concerns, drafting corrective measures where appropriate.
- Assisted in worksite incident investigations, helping to determine cause and fault to ascertain liability.
- Supported safety inspection, providing information and facilities guidance to OSHA inspectors during walk-throughs.
- Designed safety protocol drills for fires, accidents, [Type] spills and other emergency situations.
- Oversaw third-party contractor operations to maintain [Type] standards while operating on site.
- Developed and enacted safety and quality control plans.
- Investigated industrial accidents, injuries or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Evaluated potential health hazards or possible damage from product misuse.
- Oversaw manufacturing processes that adhered to product safety standards.
- Reviewed and reported on safety measures and workplace incidents, spearheading committees and initiatives driving vital change in workplace environments.
- Recommended procedures for detection, prevention and elimination of product hazards.
- Conducted research to evaluate product safety levels.
- Evaluated current safety program standards and program performance, identified trends and implemented corrective actions.
- Evaluated potential hazards or damage that could occur from product misuse.
- Investigated root causes of accidents, injuries and illnesses related to product usage to develop solutions to minimize or prevent recurrence.
- Assessed overall company safety, identified areas in need of improvement and spearheaded changes to protect personnel.
- Analyzed chemical features to identify potential health hazards.
- Drove internal policies on operations and safety to minimize costs and risks by safeguarding property, equipment and employees.
EHS Specialist
FM Industries Inc.
08.2018 - Current
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Business And Development
Heald College - Central Administrative Office
Walnut Creek, CA07.2004
Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Chemical management
- Environmental Compliance
- Industrial hygiene
- Incident Reporting
- Waste Management
- Safety Auditing
- Accident investigation
- Hazardous waste management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Training
- On-Site Inspection Performance
- Safety engineering
- Occupational health
- Risk Assessments
- Workplace inspections
Timeline
EHS Engineer
FM Industries Inc.
08.2018 - Current
EHS Specialist
FM Industries Inc.
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Computer Business And Development
Heald College - Central Administrative Office
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