KATIUSCIA AMARENA
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Highly dependable and reliable Safety Specialist with a proven track record of maintaining OSHA compliance and ensuring employee safety. With over 2 year of experience on well-established occupational health and safety committees, now seeking a challenging full-time position in the field. Known for strong interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills. Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume work environments. Bring more than 2 years of experience working with hazardous waste, as well as excellent first aid skills. As a self-motivated and accomplished Safety Specialist, vigilant and honest in managing job operations, while maintaining a hands-on and proactive approach to maximize worker safety and compliance inspections. Have a proven ability to take on added responsibility and meet tight deadlines, committed to bringing expertise to company. Over 6 years of experience as motivated and successful sortation Associate. Work efficiently selecting, packaging and preparing shipping orders. Utilize handheld device to receive and process orders. Accommodate flexible scheduling during week. Thrives under pressure getting orders fulfilled accurately and on time. Uses industry-standard software including handheld and wearable devices. Safely operates variety of heavy equipment from forklifts to conveyor systems. Adjusts easily to changing schedules throughout week.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sortation Associate/Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon BUF5/CLT4
09.2017 - Current
- As a Tier 1 professional, successfully obtained OSHA and Austin certifications while demonstrating and helped with launching the donations program, resulting in significant cost savings for Amazon
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, which has been effective in donating to the community
- Training several associates during shifts as the Lead Problem Solver
- Correctly/efficiently process items, while adhering to safety, quality, and production standards
- Guided several associates each shift on the correct procedures, while promoting and maintaining a safe work environment (handling of hazardous and hazardous materials)
- Applied Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for lifting, working at heights and hazardous chemical handling.
- Supported warehouse operations with manual loading, unloading packages.
- Moved pallets and packing material to designated vacant storage areas for operational safety.
- Maintained a safe work environment through proper handling of packages and equipment.
- Increased productivity by working collaboratively with team members to meet deadlines.
Owner/Hairstylist
Self-employed
01.2001 - 10.2023
- Worked as a self-employed hairstylist, who was responsible for chemicals and bleach daily
- For new clients, a test strand is conducted to ensure that if a reaction does occur, it will not damage all of the client's hair
- Safely handled chemicals, mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color
- Permed, relaxed and bleached hair daily
- Responsible for handling chemicals used for perms, dyes, and cleaning
- Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Managed approximately 50 incoming calls and emails per day from customers
Safety/Project Manager
Dave's Construction
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Safety/ Project manager required identify potential hazards implement measures to prevent accidents conducting safety inspections to training workers on safety protocols reporting accidents,& complex project planning which required critical thinking skills and multitasking
- Goals consisted of safe employee coverage necessary per job to maintain an overall safe work environment
- Provided as needed hands-on assistance
- Ensuring employees reduce and eliminate construction related work site hazardous waste and maintain safe work practices throughout the day
- Carrying out standard precautions such as; employees wearing PPE to minimize their exposure to workplace hazards, and monitoring Use of machinery while securing all safeguards, are in place prior to equipment Use
- Use
- Evaluation of employees certifications and training are current and up to par to guarantee a safe workplace.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Managed approximately 150 incoming calls,emails and faxes per day from customers
Education
LICENSE in Cosmetology -
CONTINENTAL SCHOOL OF BEAUTY
West Seneca, NY05.2000
DIPLOMA -
CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Cheektowaga, NY06.1996
Skills
- Hazardous waste experience
- Health & safety knowledge
- Teamwork & leadership experience
- Utilizes interpersonal skills to communicate easily with authority figures and peers
- Reliable, responsible, diligent, honest, a team player, and detail oriented
- Training Junior Team Members
- Monthly Audits
- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to promote a safe work environment
- Work Site Assessment/Inspection
- Associate Safety Committee Member - Act as the eyes and ears for safety; Can report or acknowledge any unsafe behaviors from other associates
- Ensure safety compliance and mitigated risks by identifying and eliminating potential hazards, such as falls from rooftops and ungraded machinery
- Hands on training covering safe operations courses related to machinery/equipment and materials, monthly
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for construction workers, resulting in a reduction in workplace accidents and injuries
- Collaborated with management and project teams to establish safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Certified CPR Provider
- Certificate in First Aid
- Certified in Hazardous Waste
- Health & Safety Induction
- Certificate in Accident Prevention and Investigation in Occupational
- Safety Data Sheet Awareness
- Certificate Psychological First Aid
Timeline
Sortation Associate/Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon BUF5/CLT4
09.2017 - Current
Safety/Project Manager
Dave's Construction
02.2016 - 10.2018
Owner/Hairstylist
Self-employed
01.2001 - 10.2023
DIPLOMA -
CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL
LICENSE in Cosmetology -
CONTINENTAL SCHOOL OF BEAUTY
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