Jacob T. Metzger
Safety Manager
Delphos,OH
Summary
Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record at Pratt Industries, excelling in OSHA compliance and risk assessment. Expert in fostering a safety culture and implementing effective training programs, enhancing workplace safety and reducing incidents. Strong leadership and decision-making skills drive continuous improvement in safety protocols and employee engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
Pratt Industries
Wapakoneta, USA
06.2022 - Current
- Oversee safety program for entire facility
- New hire safety orientation
- Safety training
- Safety audits
- Safety Recordkeeping
- Safety outreach programs
- Conduct Injury/Incident investigations
- Act as a member of upper management in regards to decision making for the facility
- Oversee and up-keep PPE Keepstock program
- Conduct Random drug screenings
- Conduct Interviews
- Maintain Fire Alarm/Fire Suppression System
- Oversee Safety Committee
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
Superior Forge and Steel
Lima, USA
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Conduct safety inspections of plant
- Update and maintain OSHA 300 Log
- Conduct Covid-19 audits
- Maintain and enforce current CDC Covid-19 guidelines
- Conduct EPA Audits
- Conduct Toolbox talk with employees
- Conduct all new hire safety training
- Complete Contractor Safety Orientation
- Maintain Unsafe Condition Report System
- Conduct Illness/Injury investigations
- Track OSHA recordable incidents
- Safety record retention
- Track and maintain log of water discharge with city Water Company
- Track and Inventory Facility PPE
Production Auditor
Superior Forge and Steel
Lima, USA
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Create and execute annual audit plan
- Perform localize internal plant audits and offer support in corporate audits
- Maintain compliance with documented control measures and work closely with program developers
- Develop summarized logs to identify issues with control design and operating effectiveness.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to external/internal auditors
- Assist with developing and maintain internal audit policies and procedures
- Educate and advices department managers on potential process improvements
- Assist in re-certification of Quality Management System-ISO 9001:2015
- Organize and develop meetings with management and department personnel
Quality Inspector
Whemco Ohio Foundry Division
Lima, USA
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Follow all Quality Department inspection protocols and procedures for final inspections
- Support all facility concerns in a timely manner
- Properly log quality findings in an internal database system
- Maintain quality records conducted throughout the facility
- Conduct OSHA General Safety Industry findings on safety issues related to findings
- Perform daily housekeeping in office setting
- Provide inventory checks for QA supplies and materials
- Creating inspection forms on processes foreign to the operation
Lead Assembler-Associate
Honda Manufacturing of America
Anna, USA
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Read and interpret basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings and other written instructions to accurately assembly equipment and products
- Utilize hand held tools and powered equipment
- Coordinate and schedule 4-6 personnel in area
- Perform daily quality checks to ensure that product meets quality standards
- Operate powered industrial equipment as needed
- Input data in internal database
- Train new employees on process and procedures related to assignment
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Senior Corrections Officer
Allen Oakwood Correctional
Lima, USA
03.2009 - 02.2018
- Provide general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents
- Perform 30-60-90 day evaluation of new hires
- Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure guidelines set forth by Ohio Dept. of Corrections
- Assist in supervising the internal and external securing of the facility
- Employ conflict resolution measures to deescalate potential volatile situations
- Coach and mentor new hires in areas in related to facility and corporate policies
Education
Certified Safety Manager -
NASP
02.2023
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Course -
Apollo Career Center
Lima, OH01.2023
Train The Trainer Aerial Lift/Forklift -
Miami Industrial Truck
01.2022
Associates - Real Estate Law and Financing
Rhodes State College
Lima, OHISO9001-2015 Certified Auditor -
Rhodes State College
Lima, OHOSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) -
OSHA Education center
OnlineCertified Environmental Specialist -
360 OSHA Training
OnlineGHS and Hazardous Communications -
360 OSHA Training
OnlineHAZWOPER 40 Hour Course -
360 OSHA Training
OnlineSkills
- Personnel training and development
- Risk assessment
- OSHA compliance
- Emergency preparedness
- Regulatory reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Regulations and compliance
- Implementing policies
- Compliance management
- Hazard identification
- Site assessment
- Safety culture promotion
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Independent work ethic
- Effective communication
- Customer relationship management
- Leadership skills
- Mentoring and coaching
Volunteer Experience
Big Brothers Big Sisters Lima, OH Chapter, Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, Proficient Computer Skills-MS Office, Self-Motivated, Crisis Management, Strong problem solving skills
References
- Andre Spivey, 419-204-6336, Aspy365@gmail.com
- Thomas Lewis, 419-231-0897, thlewis@prattindustries.com
- Eric Woods, 706-339-3548, ewoods@outlook.com
Key Skills And Abilities
- Train and Develop Personnel
- Manage Multiple Responsibilities
- Self-Starter with Minimal Supervision
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong Customer Relations
- Leadership, Mentoring, Training
Leadership Summary
Self-motivated and experienced at adopting leadership styles to ensure that personnel are successful in achieving the goals of an organization. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated the ability to lead personnel regardless of background or experiences. As the job market continues to evolve from skilled trade positions to more technical roles, as a leader, I recognize the importance of continuous training as it pertains to employee retention within an organization. The ability to remain neutral and exceed at performing assigned daily tasks has afforded me the ability to quickly adapt to any work environment within an organization.
Timeline
Safety Manager
Pratt Industries
06.2022 - Current
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
Superior Forge and Steel
01.2021 - 06.2022
Production Auditor
Superior Forge and Steel
01.2021 - 06.2022
Quality Inspector
Whemco Ohio Foundry Division
02.2020 - 09.2020
Lead Assembler-Associate
Honda Manufacturing of America
07.2018 - 02.2020
Senior Corrections Officer
Allen Oakwood Correctional
03.2009 - 02.2018
Certified Safety Manager -
NASP
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Course -
Apollo Career Center
Train The Trainer Aerial Lift/Forklift -
Miami Industrial Truck
Associates - Real Estate Law and Financing
Rhodes State College
ISO9001-2015 Certified Auditor -
Rhodes State College
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) -
OSHA Education center
Certified Environmental Specialist -
360 OSHA Training
GHS and Hazardous Communications -
360 OSHA Training
HAZWOPER 40 Hour Course -
360 OSHA Training