Kari Ann Shearer
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic manager with a proven track record in team leadership, strategic planning, and organizational excellence while driving results. Expertise in empowering employees to autonomously manage daily operations and exceed customer expectations while aligning with organizational objectives. Skilled in grievance resolution and contract administration within unionized environments, fostering productive management-union relationships, reducing grievance volumes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws (NLRA/FLSA). Committed to enhancing company safety policies and educating workers, with proficiency in OSHA guidelines for healthcare settings, leveraging a proactive approach to problem-solving and mentorship.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Safety Officer
Vitalant
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Deploys and oversees compliance for Vitalant’s EHS program for the Northeast Division
- Provides oversight and direction to EHS coordinators in the Northeast Division to deploy safety initiatives as directed
- Northeast Division achieved 1st place in 2025 for the CSIC Chairman’s Award and 2nd place in 2024, receiving the Sustainability Award in recognition of outstanding safety performance
- Reduced accident rates through the development and implementation of effective safety training programs
- Maintain working knowledge of pertinent occupational, safety, and health administration (OSHA), and Vitalant’s Safety SOP‘s and applicable state regulations
- Oversee Vitalant’s Safety Observation program for the Northeast Division by conducting trend analysis
- Led incident investigations, analyzing root causes and implementing preventive measures while overseeing employee Return to Work program
Donor Care Manager
Vitalant, Formally Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2018 - Current
- Hires, trains, manages, and evaluates collection staff and supervisors to ensure employees continually perform at expected levels to meet departmental goals and objectives
- Work closely with Donor Recruitment, Manufacturing, and Hospital Distribution Leadership in preventing and/or addressing collection problems
- Direct management of collection sites to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures, FDA, AABB, and OSHA regulations
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulatory standards through meticulous documentation practices and adherence to established policies procedures
- Assist with collection site and mobile operation budgets and implement ongoing strategies to integrate organizational resources to best meet donor and customer needs in a fiscally responsible manner
- Monitor team performance, providing regular feedback and coaching to ensure continuous improvement in service quality
- Improved employee retention rates with the implementation of comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires
- Managed grievance processes professionally, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while resolving issues efficiently
Safety Coordinator
Vitalant
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Coordinate Vitalant's EHS program for Pittsburgh in the Northeast Division
- Northeast Division achieved 1st place 3 years in a row (2021, 2022, & 2023) for the CSIC Chairman's Award in recognition of outstanding safety performance
- Reduced accident rates through development and implementation of effective safety training programs
- Maintain working knowledge of pertinent Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Vitalant safety SOPs, and applicable state regulations
Donor Services Manager
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Responsible for management of multiple collection sites including Community Donor Centers and Mobile Operations to ensure achievement of core corporate goals of Central Blood Bank
- Direct supervision of collection sites to adhere to Standard Operation Procedures, FDA, AABB, and OSHA regulations
- Promote Six Sigma philosophy and implement control plans to achieve sustainable results
- Develop comprehensive goals, objectives and annual plans for operational development
Collection Supervisor II - Apheresis Office Backup
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Provide direction for staff while observing staff for competency while monitoring work flow
- Provide disciplinary action when needed
- Collection, creation and quality control of Apheresis products and participate in machine validations
- Granulocyte On-Call
- Train new management in Apheresis
Regional Manager
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2009 - 10.2011
- Responsible for management of multiple collection sites including Community Donor Centers and Mobile Operations to ensure achievement of core corporate goals of Central Blood Bank
- Direct supervision of collection sites to adhere to Standard Operation Procedures, FDA, AABB, and OSHA regulations
- Promote Six Sigma philosophy and implement control plans to achieve sustainable results
- Develop comprehensive goals, objectives and annual plans for operational development
Regional Supervisor
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2007 - 07.2009
- Responsible for management of multiple collection sites including Community Donor Centers and Mobile Operations to ensure achievement of core corporate goals of Central Blood Bank
- Direct supervision of collection sites to adhere to Standard Operation Procedures, FDA, AABB, and OSHA regulations
- Promote Six Sigma philosophy and implement control plans to achieve sustainable results
- Develop comprehensive goals, objectives and annual plans for operational development
Collection Supervisor II - Apheresis Office Backup
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2005 - 02.2007
- Provide direction for staff while observing staff for competency while monitoring work flow
- Provide disciplinary action when needed
- Collection, creation and quality control of Apheresis products and participate in machine validations
- Granulocyte On-Call
- Train new management in Apheresis
Donor Specialist I
Central Blood Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2002 - 02.2005
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures while processing donors for suitability in Health History and Phlebotomy
- Precept/train new employees
- Provide positive experience for donor to enhance and expand donor retention
- Set up and break down mobile equipment and supplies and order supplies as needed
- Quality control of equipment daily, monthly, and quarterly
Education
MBA - Business Administration Human Resource Management
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06-2026
Certificate in Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt -
Blood Systems, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA09-2018
Certificate in Phlebotomy I -
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA08-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA12-1999
Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Program Management
Employee Relations
Active Listening
Safety Compliance
Time Management
Learning Strategies
HR Compliance
Onboarding and Orientation
Workflow Coordination
Risk Management
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Learning Strategies
Program Management
HR Compliance
Employee Relations
Onboarding and Orientation
Active Listening
Workflow Coordination
Safety Compliance
Risk Management
Certification
- OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Safety Officer
Vitalant
10.2024 - Current
Safety Coordinator
Vitalant
01.2021 - 10.2024
Donor Care Manager
Vitalant, Formally Central Blood Bank
08.2018 - Current
Donor Services Manager
Central Blood Bank
09.2014 - 08.2018
Collection Supervisor II - Apheresis Office Backup
Central Blood Bank
12.2012 - 08.2014
Regional Manager
Central Blood Bank
07.2009 - 10.2011
Regional Supervisor
Central Blood Bank
02.2007 - 07.2009
Collection Supervisor II - Apheresis Office Backup
Central Blood Bank
02.2005 - 02.2007
Donor Specialist I
Central Blood Bank
03.2002 - 02.2005
MBA - Business Administration Human Resource Management
Capella University
Certificate in Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt -
Blood Systems, Inc.
Certificate in Phlebotomy I -
Community College of Allegheny County
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania