Jonathan Sablan
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Safety Professional with over a decade of experience in safety management, instructional design, and leadership development across high-risk, fast-paced industries including Semiconductor, Data Center, and Fabrication Shop environments. Proven expertise in program oversight, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and incident investigation. Highly skilled in developing and implementing effective safety protocols, conducting detailed workplace inspections, and leading impactful training initiatives. Recognized for adaptability, cross-functional team collaboration, and consistently driving continuous improvement in safety culture and performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Manager
ACCO Engineering Systems
03.2025 - Current
- Conduct site safety orientations, toolbox talks, and safety stand-downs.
- Perform routine site inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.
- Ensure all personnel comply with PPE requirements and safe work practices.
- Maintain accurate records of safety meetings, inspections, training, and incidents.
- Investigate near misses, injuries, and property damage to reduce incident rates and improve workplace safety.
- Monitor and enforce controlled access zones (CAZ), hot work, confined space, fall protection, and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Support foremen and superintendents in developing and reviewing Pre-Task Plans (PTPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Track and manage safety-related documentation, including permits, training logs, and SDSs.
- Promote safety engagement and recognition across project teams.
- Devised and maintained compliance recordkeeping processes to support initiatives.
- Advised division leaders of regulatory risks in business processed and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by holding individuals responsible for their safety performance and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
Safety Specialist
Southland Industries
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Maintain database systems to enhance site safety planning, ensuring accurate and efficient data management.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design safety features for semiconductor equipment, improving workplace safety.
- Implement comprehensive safety protocols for semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Conduct project safety audits and coordinate necessary safety supplies, maintaining a safe work environment.
- Facilitate training on site-specific safety orientation, enhancing employee awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety protocols for semiconductor manufacturing, enhancing workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted project safety audits and incident investigations, driving continuous improvement in safety practices and reducing workplace hazards.
- Anticipated safety supply needs and coordinated with project teams to maintain optimal inventory, enhancing overall site preparedness.
- Analyzed safety data to identify trends and implement targeted improvements, enhancing overall workplace safety in semiconductor manufacturing.
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
- Managed relationships with external vendors supplying PPE or other safety-related products or services, negotiating contracts for maximum cost efficiency without sacrificing quality standards.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Created a culture of accountability within the organization by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and fostering open communication among employees regarding concerns or incidents.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Developed and executed safety awareness campaigns, promoting a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation among employees at all levels of the organization.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
Senior Advisor/ Compliance Manager
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
- Analyzed and assigned work tasks, set priorities, and scheduled the completion of special projects; cross-organized and scheduled workloads based on priorities, personnel strengths, employee talent, and available resources.
- Ensured the safety, health, welfare, morale, discipline, professional development, and training of 12 Drill Instructors, a supply section, and 960 recruits annually.
- Identified and resolved personnel training gaps, and operational deficiencies and prepared the unit for various inspections which resulted in consistent readiness inspection rating. Guided guidance to 12 supervisors on career advancement procedures, and established a Leadership Development Program, that identified and trained talent for more responsibility.
- Enforced strict personal and equipment safety compliance, and conducted 40 live-fire ranges with incidents/injury.
- Advise executive leadership on all unit policies, procedures, and training guidance to meet operational requirements, and accounted for equipment valued at $1.5M.
Senior Instructor
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
- Managed the professional development, and consistently evaluated 4 Drill Instructors tasked with training 3600 recruits per year and ensured the serviceability of all equipment valued at $175K.
- Ensured Complex Risk Management was implemented.
- Ensured all the US Army Training Division's training guidelines were implemented, and personnel training standards were met.
- Assisted executive leadership in the planning and coordination of 5 training cycles culminating in 50 weeks of training.
- Created and planned onboarding procedures for 3 units that received 500 recruits.
- Revised and developed realistic training spanning 5 training cycles which developed relevant technical skills and improved the overall physical fitness of recruits.
Section Supervisor
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
- Supervised the maintenance of 5 tactical vehicles, light weapons, 2 remotely operated weapon systems, communications equipment, and tactical equipment valued at $3.1M.
- Developed unit Standard Operating Procedures on vehicle load plans that facilitated successful port to port mobilization operations within 72 hours.
- Identified section training deficiencies and refurbished training plans which increased productivity by 70%.
- Created and implemented maintenance plans that ensured 100% mission capability for all assigned vehicles.
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Universal Technical Institute
Avondale, AZ06-2007
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL03.2026
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Project Management
- Program Oversight
- Safety Management
- Leadership Development
- Workplace inspections
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Accident investigation
- Emergency response planning
- Safety audits
- Construction safety
- Electrical safety
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 / Microsoft Windows
Affiliations
Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Certification
- CHST
- FIRST AID/AED/CPR Trainer
- Basic Life Saver
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 510
- NFPA 70E
- Rigging Certified
- MEWP Trainer
Timeline
Site Safety Manager
ACCO Engineering Systems
03.2025 - Current
Safety Specialist
Southland Industries
01.2023 - 02.2025
Senior Advisor/ Compliance Manager
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
Senior Instructor
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
Section Supervisor
United States Army
08.2010 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Universal Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University
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