Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Awards
Relevant Coursework Licenses And Certifications
Timeline
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Justin Owens

Sanger,TX

Summary

Efficient EHS Manager with solid background in emergency response procedures and management. Skilled in implementing safety programs and conducting risk assessments and investigations. Strong organizational skills with extensive passion for safety compliance and injury reduction.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Wal-Mart Logistics
12.2019 - 05.2022
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Supervised staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.

Environment Health and Safety Manger

Wal-Mart Logistics
02.2016 - 12.2019
  • Planned, implemented and evaluated safety goals and objectives for entire logistics facility.
  • Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for 800 employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace and developed programs and processes to mitigate workplace hazards.
  • Directed post-accident investigations and prepared reports to identify possible accident causes and hazards.
  • Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management to increase hazard awareness.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Guard Force Supervisor

US Security Institute
11.2015 - 02.2016
  • Directly responsible for the leadership and professional development of over 50 employees
  • Planned, evaluated, and supervised the implementation of site-specific security plans to protect client assets at various locations.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.

Sergeant Major

United States Marine Corps
10.2013 - 10.2015
  • Served as the principal advisor to the Commander for effective unit functioning, operational readiness, unit morale and welfare, and employee discipline for over 300 personnel
  • Enforced established orders, directives, and policies in order to maintain combat readiness, as well as the highest standards of good order and discipline of the unit personnel, and the quality of life for employees and their families
  • Supervised the professional development and continuing education for all employees
  • Supervised all administrative matters to ensure correct preparation and timely submission of employee awards, performance evaluations, career counseling, and legal documents for over 300 employees
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

First Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
10.2008 - 10.2013
  • Served as the principal advisor to the Commander for effective unit functioning, operational and family readiness, unit moral and welfare, and employee discipline for over 100 personnel
  • Enforced established orders, directives, and policies in order to maintain combat readiness, as well as the highest standards of good order and discipline of the unit personnel, and the quality of life for employees and their families
  • Assisted the Commander with personnel assignments, performance evaluations, and administrative actions including career counseling, retention, promotion, pay and professional growth for 150 employees
  • Served as the Deputy Family Readiness Officer and successfully completed LINKS training
  • Deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan during full spectrum combat operations
  • Served as the primary casualty evacuation platform during both deployments personally conducting 27 real world casualty evacuations during combat.

Gunnery Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
10.2004 - 10.2008
  • Served as the primary functional proponent for cryptographic key management infrastructure
  • Provided the day-to-day operation of the Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and preformed duties related to Information Security (INFOSEC)
  • Implemented and monitored security measures for USMC communication information systems
  • Position required to hold a Top-Secret Security Clearance
  • Served as an Enhanced Marksmanship Instructor and Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor.

Staff Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
01.2000 - 10.2004
  • Directly responsible for the leadership and professional development of over 30 employees
  • Planned, evaluated, and supervised the implementation of site-specific security plans to protect assets designated as vital to the national security
  • Trained to conduct offensive infantry tactics in confined spaces, to restore breached security and provide the final barrier/element of an integrated security plan for the asset being protected
  • Possess skills including employment of the pistol, sub-machine gun, shotgun, assault rifle and various threat weapons
  • Served as an Anti-Terrorism Instructor and Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor.

Education

North Garland High School
Garland, TX

Skills

  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Process Improvement
  • Incidents Management
  • Performance Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Project Leadership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Personal Awards

  • Meritorious Service Medal (2)
  • Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (4)
  • Volunteer Service Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon

Relevant Coursework Licenses And Certifications

  • 2001 Staff Non Commissioned Officers Career Course
  • 2006 Staff Non Commissioned Officers Advanced Course
  • 2008 First Sergeants Course
  • 2010 First Sergeant/Master Sergeant Seminar
  • 2010 Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education

Timeline

Operations Manager

Wal-Mart Logistics
12.2019 - 05.2022

Environment Health and Safety Manger

Wal-Mart Logistics
02.2016 - 12.2019

Guard Force Supervisor

US Security Institute
11.2015 - 02.2016

Sergeant Major

United States Marine Corps
10.2013 - 10.2015

First Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
10.2008 - 10.2013

Gunnery Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
10.2004 - 10.2008

Staff Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
01.2000 - 10.2004

North Garland High School
Justin Owens