Jesse Belmon
Willis,TX
Summary
Strategic safety leader with experience across cement, manufacturing, and logistics operations. Strong background in OSHA auditing, emergency planning, hazard control, and root-cause investigations. Proven ability to train managers and crews, close compliance gaps, and improve workplace safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Safety Director
Quikrete Companies
Richmond, TX
01.2024 - 08.2026
- Improved safety performance across manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution sites for Quikrete.
- Closed compliance gaps by conducting OSHA audits and implementing hazard corrections.
- Enhanced incident response by performing root-cause reviews with plant leadership.
- Increased safety awareness by delivering training on forklift operation, lockout/tagout, and PPE practices.
Argos Corporate Safety Director
Cementos Argos
Atlanta, GA
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Directed corporate safety programs across Cementos Argos cement operations and facilities.
- Developed safety policies aligned with OSHA and company compliance standards.
- Led risk assessments for plants, terminals, and field operations.
- Trained managers on hazard control and safe work practices.
- Coordinated emergency response plans for corporate and operational teams.
- Advised leadership on safety culture and prevention initiatives.
- Documented all health and safety inspections and investigations.
Safety Manager
Cementos Argos
Houston, Texas
06.2013 - 03.2019
- Led safety programs across cement production sites
- Conducted field inspections identifying plant hazards and unsafe conditions to enhance workplace safety
- Reviewed risk assessments for maintenance and operational work ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Investigated incidents and documented corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve safety protocols
- Trained crews on lockout, permits, and emergency response
- Coordinated compliance audits with site leaders and regulators
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA12-1998
Skills
- OSHA auditing
- Safety audits
- Risk assessment
- Incident investigation
- Hazard control
- Emergency planning
- Safety program management
- Safety training
- LO/TO programs
- Training development
- Leadership development
- Electrical safety
Accomplishments
- National Safety Council Green Cross Award for Innovation
Timeline
Regional Safety Director
Quikrete Companies
01.2024 - 08.2026
Argos Corporate Safety Director
Cementos Argos
03.2019 - 01.2024
Safety Manager
Cementos Argos
06.2013 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Louisiana