Judy Hernandez
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Compliance professional with 8+ years of experience in highly regulated industries. Skilled in leading audits, managing multi-site compliance, and working with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure operational readiness. Experienced in wastewater treatment, water quality testing, and environmental reporting, with a proven record of maintaining ISO 14001 compliance and regulatory standards. Recognized for building systems that withstand scrutiny, fostering a culture of safety, and translating complex regulations into clear, actionable procedures. Bilingual in English and Spanish with a history of improving safety & compliance outcomes and reducing incidents.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance District Manager
Statehouse Holdings / Urbn Leaf
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Directed internal and external compliance audits for 7 business units, achieving full regulatory compliance in all inspections on the local and state level.
- Developed and standardized SOPs, enabling teams to maintain adherence to evolving regulations.
- Designed and delivered company-wide training with 100% participation, reducing safety incidents significantly.
- Optimized packaging, labeling, and operational processes, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and reducing errors at the manufacturing level.
- Served as the primary contact for inspectors and regulatory agencies, maintaining cooperative and transparent relationships.
- Headed regulatory tracking and POS operations, optimizing workflows and achieving 100% compliance during audits.
- Championed monthly internal audits, cutting inventory discrepancies by 27% and streamlining inventory management practices.
Safety & Security Manager
Urbn Leaf
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Directed site-wide safety programs and conducted compliance audits to ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance
- Implemented emergency response protocols, reducing incident response times and improving employee preparedness
- Led driver safety and facility security programs, lowering accidents by 37% and security breaches by 43%
- Conducted site inspections and safety meetings while monitoring ongoing compliance to mitigate risks
- Executed and delivered regulatory training company-wide, achieving 100% employee participation
Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator
Diamond Environmental Services
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Spearheaded wastewater treatment initiatives and implemented a water treatment plan for facility water tanks supplying sinks, ensuring safe and compliant water access
- Collected and tested water samples for laboratory analysis to verify compliance with environmental and health standards
- Managed all truck permitting for 13 locations and over 250 vehicles, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Oversaw regulatory compliance audits across 13 locations, maintaining readiness for city, county, state, and federal inspections
- Applied for and maintained permits, environmental reports, and safety programs, achieving ISO 14001 compliance and improving operational efficiency
- Developed and implemented SOPs to align with regulatory and environmental management requirements
- Led accident investigations, implemented corrective actions, and launched targeted safety training to prevent repeat incidents
- Maintained accurate records of safety-related incidents, enabling efficient data analysis and trend identification
- Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal per regulatory requirements
Education
M.S. - Public Health
California State University
San Marcos01.2018
B.S. - Kinesiology
California State University
San Marcos01.2016
Skills
- Regulatory Program Development & Implementation
- Regulatory Compliance & Multi-Site Audit Management
- SOP Development, Implementation & Training
- EHS Program Management & Execution
- Incident & Regulatory Investigations
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Analysis
- Hazardous Waste Management & Environmental Reporting
- Wastewater Treatment & Water Quality Testing
- Regulatory Agency Liaison – Local, State & Federal
- Documentation, Reporting & Audit Preparedness
- Bilingual Safety & Compliance Training (English/Spanish)
- OSHA 30 Certified
Timeline
Compliance District Manager
Statehouse Holdings / Urbn Leaf
07.2022 - 12.2024
Safety & Security Manager
Urbn Leaf
12.2020 - 07.2022
Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator
Diamond Environmental Services
10.2016 - 12.2020
M.S. - Public Health
California State University
B.S. - Kinesiology
California State University
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