Jeffrey Latona, CSP
Surprise,AZ
Summary
A strong safety leader with a successful track record of implementing compliance programs, process improvement and change initiatives. My focus is always on mitigating hazards, reducing incident rates, and enhancing the overall worker experience. I have always Leveraged relationships, knowledge, and experience to develop effective processes and tools that streamline safety management practices, improve key metrics, and seamlessly integrate procedures into daily work. Competent trainer and mentor versed at imparting investigative skills to managers, subordinates and operations leaders. Able to Spearheaded safety projects resulting in tangible improvements and play a pivotal role in shaping the safety culture.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
WHS Site lead/WHS Site Safety Manager/Safety Specialist
Amazon.com
07.2015 - Current
- Over 9 years of progressive experience in challenging fast paced constantly evolving environment, starting as WHS Specialist, advancing to Manager III and currently in Manager II role.
- Through consistent site leadership, compliance management and focus on risk-based improvements achieved 48% reduction in recordable injuries, a 90% improvement in lost time injuries, 0 Significant injuries and 0 regulatory citations or compliance misses from 2022 to 2024
- Spearheaded the implementation of weekly associate engagement programs that significantly improved our safety culture. These initiatives included an upward Communication system for hazard reporting and an Area Organization ownership program which utilized 5S methodology. This proactive approach reduced traditional non-compliance findings by 40% year over year.
- Developed OSHA compliant recordkeeping and document management practices that ensured organization is identifying gaps prior to audits and regulatory inspections
- Through the use of dynamic recordkeeping practices, tracking quips, daily standard work trackers, WHSS EOS and virtual share drive maintenance established sustainable OSHA and EPA compliant programs with a 90% YOY reduction in gaps discovered during annual review
- Created RCRA compliant Regulated Waste program and developed weekly waste tracker tools for regulated waste, shipments, and document retention that virtually eliminated recordkeeping misses and resulted in a 98% EPI score
- Developed sustainable practices to ensure compliance with Contract Risk Program through the introduction of quip-based contractor compliance tracking, Slack Channels and chime groups for stake holders, and organizing of daily and weekly project walks. Through these efforts site tracked a 50% improvement on contractor compliance
- During Site based projects mitigated hazards in confined spaces, trenching, hoisting and rigging, and work at heights. Implemented safety protocols, ensuring OSHA compliance and addressing key concerns such as atmospheric hazards, soil stability, equipment certification, and fall protection.
- Developed strong relationships with 3rd party medical provider through various outreach methods resulting close working relationship which ensured accurate documentation, injury case management and identification of red flags.
- Implemented Amazon's yard safety and Over-the-Road (OTR) driver safety program for local Transportation Associates. This included Driver Video Observation (DVO) Program, and comprehensive driver training and training for yard safety SOPs. Drove data-informed decisions to enhance safety metrics, reduce incidents, and maintain zero serious incidents of fatalities. Versed in DOT compliance, proactive safety measures, and fostering a strong safety culture in transportation operations.
- Developed and managed team of 14 Safety Specialists, Onsite Medical reps and waste coordinators that Identify and inform management of compliance issues, safety risks and improvement opportunities through engagements, communication and daily, weekly and monthly audits
- Conduct risk assessments on existing and newly introduced jobs as well as perform Job Hazard Analysis on new equipment introductions
- Built out site certified jobs database and developed annual review for new jobs and equipment review
- Created standard investigative tools and templates for specialists and operations that helped reveal root causes and trends in order to introduce effective risk mitigation measures
- Established an Incident Review Board and Facilitated SRB meetings delivering investigative details and findings and analysis of site metrics and site safety measurables
Process Operator/Technician
Graham Packaging
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Operated, maintained, and repaired high volume blow molding machines and peripheral equipment
- Inspected and audited output on an hourly basis and implemented methods to maintain product specifications
- Prepared daily shift reports and maintenance logs
- Performed safety audits and used data to identify hazards and recommend improvements
- As a shift safety committee member, promoted continuous improvement within a behavior-based safety management system
- Provided for the training of new technicians and operators, led and guided others through mentoring
Control Room Supervisor
Doubletree Paper Mills LLC
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Member of mill startup group that established facility's standard operating procedures, LOTO, fire safety, PPE policies and developed training documents and procedures
- Supervised crew of operators and maintenance personnel
- Assured production runs and maintenance operations were planned, conducted, and documented correctly and in a safe manner
- Tracked negative trends through the processing of historical and real time data streams in order to effectively and efficiently control process equipment and minimize equipment failure and down time
- Prepared written shift reports outlining mill issues concerning productivity and safety
- Administered and documented regular safety meetings
- Communicated recommendations for correcting unsafe conditions and actions
Education
BA - Occupational Safety
Waldorf College
Forest City, IAAA - General Studies/Management
Rio Salado College
Phoenix, AZCCST - Natural Gas Plant Operations
Houston Industrial Training Inst.
Houston, TXSkills
- Process management
- P&P Development
- Record Keeping
- Communication
- Management of change
- Investigation/Data analysis
- Mentoring and coaching
- Quality assurance
Certification
- BCSP: Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- NASP: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (exp.)
Timeline
WHS Site lead/WHS Site Safety Manager/Safety Specialist
Amazon.com
07.2015 - Current
Process Operator/Technician
Graham Packaging
07.2009 - 01.2014
Control Room Supervisor
Doubletree Paper Mills LLC
06.2007 - 07.2009
AA - General Studies/Management
Rio Salado College
CCST - Natural Gas Plant Operations
Houston Industrial Training Inst.
BA - Occupational Safety
Waldorf College
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