Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal,
Timeline
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John Amos

Newport,OR

Summary

Dynamic Technical Services Manager with a proven track record at Fortrex, excelling in safety program development and incident investigation. Spearheaded compliance initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration while implementing lockout-tagout procedures, ensuring worker safety and regulatory adherence. Committed to continuous improvement and team mentorship.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Services Manager

Fortrex
12.2017 - Current
  • Conducted hazard assessment at supported facilities throughout western United States.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement technical solutions to food and occupational safety concerns enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Developed and managed comprehensive cleaning procedures to meet regulatory requirements and worker safety, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry standards.
  • Developed lockout and tagout (LOTO) procedures to protect workers during operations.
  • Investigated and developed incidents to further protect product and workers.
  • Audit operations for food safety and occupational safety to ensure compliance to streamlined support processes, improving response times and issue resolution efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for staff, increasing overall technical proficiency and productivity.
  • Delivered high-quality technical support services that consistently exceeded customer expectations under tight deadlines.
  • Mentored and trained junior staff on technical troubleshooting techniques, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer within the team.
  • Championed adherence to industry standards ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Identified key metrics for tracking departmental success, and adjusted strategies accordingly to improve results over time.
  • Facilitated clear communication between technical services team members and other departments, fostering strong working relationships across the organization.
  • Developed technical services strategies based upon clients' goals and implemented processes to achieve objectives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and best practices, ensuring optimal performance of technical services department.
  • Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
  • Analyzed existing structures to create plans for modifications and improvements.
  • Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
  • Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.

Safety/Environmental Compliance Officer

Pacific Seafood
05.2017 - 11.2017
  • Conducted environmental audits to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Analyzed data for trends, patterns and indicators of potential noncompliance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential compliance risks.
  • Managed documentation processes for environmental permits and reporting requirements.
  • Led initiatives to improve waste management strategies, enhancing sustainability efforts.
  • Analyzed data to assess environmental impacts and recommend corrective actions.

Education

Ph.D. - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06-2027

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06-2021

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Incident investigation
  • Safety program development
  • Hazard identification
  • Incident reporting
  • Safety auditing
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Risk identification
  • Lockout-tagout procedures
  • Regulations and compliance
  • Occupational health management
  • Chemical handling
  • Safety hazards analysis

Certification

GSP

U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal,

Achieved U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal as the Executive Officer at Umatilla Chemical Depot, Oregon for environmental duties including coordinating efforts for inspections and reports to Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) and U.S. Environmental Protection Administration (OSHA) lead to the start of chemical weapon disposal operations.

Timeline

Technical Services Manager

Fortrex
12.2017 - Current

Safety/Environmental Compliance Officer

Pacific Seafood
05.2017 - 11.2017

Ph.D. - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Drexel University
John Amos