Javier Ramirez
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Strategic Safety Director with a strong background in leading Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs in distribution, manufacturing, and transportation. Expertise in OSHA, FDA, and DOT compliance, risk management, and incident investigations. Delivered improvements in safety performance and collaborated with executive leadership to align safety initiatives with business goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Director
Sysco Food Distribution Center
Jacksonville, USA
01.2004 - Current
- Achieved 65% reduction in OSHA recordable incidents through data‑driven safety initiatives.
- Led comprehensive EHS programs for high‑volume food distribution operations, enhancing safety across warehouse and transportation functions.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and DOT regulations through inspections, hazard analysis, and emergency preparedness.
- Lead incident investigations and corrective action implementation.
- Oversee ammonia refrigeration safety program and emergency response readiness.
- Managed workers’ compensation claims and return‑to‑work programs, facilitating employee recovery and reintegration.
- Delivered safety leadership training to supervisors and operational leaders, fostering a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Loss Prevention & Safety Manager
Ross Distribution Center
Fort Mill, USA
01.2008 - 01.2023
- Reduced accident frequency rate by 55% through proactive hazard identification and leadership engagement.
- Led team of 3 exempt leaders and 31 non‑exempt employees responsible for safety, security, and loss prevention.
- Managed multi‑site safety committees and employee engagement programs.
- Directed EHS programs across four distribution facilities totaling 2.1 million sq. ft. with 1,800 employees.
Human Resources & Safety Manager
Centex Homes
Albemarle, USA
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Led safety programs for truss manufacturing facility supporting 200+ employees.
- Implemented OSHA 1910 safety programs including lockout/tagout, hazard communication, and fall protection.
- Managed workers’ compensation and return‑to‑work programs.
- Conducted safety training, audits, and incident investigations.
Safety Manager
Tyco Plastics
Charlotte, USA
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Managed EHS programs for plastics manufacturing and recycling facility with 175+ employees.
- Implemented OSHA safety programs and conducted safety audits and hazard assessments.
- Delivered safety training and conducted incident investigations.
- Ensured OSHA and EPA regulatory compliance.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Human Resource Management
La Universidad De La Salle
ColombiaSkills
- OSHA General Industry & Construction
- Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, FDA, DOT, EPA)
- Risk Management
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Workers’ Compensation Management
- Hazard Analysis
- Safety, Security & Loss Prevention
- Process Improvement
- Change Management
- Safety Culture Development
- Training & Team Building
Websites
Certification
- Certified Safety Manager (CSM)
- CPR / First Aid Instructor
- Safety Auditor (SAC)
- Interviewing & Interrogation
Accomplishments
- Reduced OSHA recordable incidents by 65% through targeted safety initiatives and leadership engagement.
- Reduced accident frequency rate by 55% across multi-site distribution operations.
- Led EHS programs supporting operations exceeding 2 million square feet and 1,800+ employees.
- Developed comprehensive safety training and leadership engagement programs that improved safety culture and accountability.
Languages
- Spanish
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Native
Timeline
Loss Prevention & Safety Manager
Ross Distribution Center
01.2008 - 01.2023
Human Resources & Safety Manager
Centex Homes
01.2005 - 01.2008
Safety Director
Sysco Food Distribution Center
01.2004 - Current
Safety Manager
Tyco Plastics
01.2000 - 01.2005
Bachelor’s Degree - Human Resource Management
La Universidad De La Salle