John Crawford
Cornwall
Summary
Results-driven safety leader with extensive experience in creating and executing safety programs that significantly reduce workplace incidents. Proven ability to analyze trends, design effective policies, and engage stakeholders to drive strategic safety initiatives. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and compliance across all operational levels.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
EHS Supervisor
Pactiv Evergreen
Summerstown Ont.
08.2020 - Current
- Monitored production floor for EHS concerns, analyzed trends, and designed policies and programs that enhanced accident prevention.
- Collaborated with injury prevention specialists and site leadership to implement strategic actions that reduced incidents.
- Supervised management, handling and shipping of hazardous waste.
- Investigated incidents to identify root causes and implemented corrective actions that improved workplace safety.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Developed and executed process remodeling project plans that supported continuous improvement in area of responsibility.
- Identified and addressed operational problems to enhance efficiency., improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated proficiency in collaborating with team members to achieve goals. independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Production Manager
IPG ( Canadian Technical Tape)
Cornwall, Ont
09.2002 - 02.2020
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Created and oversaw production schedules to meet deadlines.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Resolved issues promptly to sustain production timelines.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to prevent production delays from material shortages.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Reviewed work for quality compliance with company standards and design specifications, ensuring product integrity.
- Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote a safe working environment.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Oversaw personnel management to ensure effective team performance. by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Process Technician
Raisio Chemicals
Cornwall, Ont.
01.1993 - 12.2001
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment issues, restoring operational efficiency and minimizing production downtime. and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Administered processes, resolved issues, and recommended improvements for structural methods to enhance operational workflows.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
- Collaborated with packaging technicians to optimize product changeovers and address equipment maintenance needs.
- Prevented equipment fires and alerted plant personnel regarding hazards.
- Monitored temperature, pressure and flow of each piece of equipment.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Managed storage, retrieval, and mixing of chemicals used in production, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid accidents.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality compliance and accuracy. for adherence to industry quality specifications.
- Attended training seminars and met with vendors to understand new equipment and train other employees.
- Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Documented results and produced detailed reports.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Partnered with scheduling department to design and implement changes to production schedule to allow for greater product processing.
Production Supervisor
Courtaulds
Cornwall, Ont
09.1975 - 12.1992
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Established production priorities and quality standards to align team efforts and enhance output.
- Managed team of 30 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continue success.
- Evaluated team performance to identify productivity concerns and implement timely resolutions.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Coordinated with departments to ensure smooth product flow and minimize disruptions.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Oversaw daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
Education
High School Diploma -
CCVS
Cornwall,Ont09-1971
Supervisory Management
St Lawrence College
Cornwall, ON04-1992
Skills
Safety protocols
- Safety inspections
- EHS software
Timeline
EHS Supervisor
Pactiv Evergreen
08.2020 - Current
Production Manager
IPG ( Canadian Technical Tape)
09.2002 - 02.2020
Process Technician
Raisio Chemicals
01.1993 - 12.2001
Production Supervisor
Courtaulds
09.1975 - 12.1992
High School Diploma -
CCVS
Supervisory Management
St Lawrence College