Mark J. Flannery
Bellingham,USA
Summary
Dynamic WHS Manager with a proven track record at Amazon Logistics, achieving a 68% reduction in recordable injury rates. Expert in accident root cause analysis and developing safety programs, complemented by strong leadership and communication skills. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and compliance across multiple facilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subregional WHS Manager
Amazon Logistics
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed Workplace, Health & Safety (WHS) for multiple Amazon Delivery Stations in Massachusetts & New Hampshire.
- Led the implementation of the organization’s Global WHS/EHS programs and policies
- Ensured all facilities were compliant with federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, USDOT, MADEP, NHDES, USEPA).
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and led proactive hazard identification efforts, implementing solutions that mitigated conditional and ergonomic risks.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes. Analyze safety data to identify trends and develop improvement plans.
- Oversaw the first-aid and emergency response programs.
- Partnered with operations leadership to integrate safety into daily operations, enhancing risk management and supporting strategic decision-making.
- Guide and mentor site-level safety teams and specialists.
- Instructed and trained operations leaders and employees on safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with training requirements across subregion.
- Planned and carried out regular site safety audits, measure performance against key WHS metrics and maintain detailed records and documentation for all safety activities.
- Leveraged methodologies such as lean principles and Kaizen to drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety performance.
WHS Specialist
Amazon Logistics
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Reduced Recordable Injury Rates (RIR) by 68% YoY.
- Drove facility metrics (leading & lagging) into top third of AMZL WHS Boston Region through engagement with AA & AM, resulting in improved safety culture.
- Managed OSHA inspection that resulted in no citations or penalties.
- First in AMZL to identify safety compliance issue with storage of hand sanitizer resulting in network action across NA.
- Managed AMZL COVID supply hub shipments to other AMZL sites, ensuring DBO3 effectively distributed 30% of all COVID supplies throughout NA.
- 100% engaged with every level of Ops in building, from L7 to L1.
- Mentored workplace health and safety specialists in Boston Region, enhancing safety practices and compliance knowledge.
- Present weekly SRB to site leadership.
- Oversaw Project UV at DBO3, site POC, trained Flow Monitors.
- Proficient in Amazon Workers Compensation case management.
EHS & Sustainability Consultant
Independent Consultant
Bellingham, MA
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Conducted EHS audits, job hazard analyses, and workflow optimizations; delivered behavioral-based safety and OSHA training; performed indoor air quality surveys; facilitated hazardous waste training; managed environmental permitting.
- Developed and implemented sustainability and site-specific EHS programs to enhance environmental performance and compliance.
- Negotiated with OSHA and state agencies on risk mitigation strategies and citation resolutions.
Vice President – Environmental & Safety Compliance
Consolidated Graphics, Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Directed EHS personnel and activities for 70 CGX operating companies in 27 states. Manufacturing included printing, packaging & fulfillment.
- Corporate OSHA & EPA expert performing citation negotiation including experience with difficult issues such as fatalities, dust and odor control.
- Developed safety programs (lockout/tagout, electrical safety, PSM, etc.), site specific EHS programs/best practices for hazardous waste, air pollution control, water discharges, storm water management and SPCC.
- Reduced OSHA recordable injuries and workers compensation claims through targeted safety initiatives.
- Conducted accident investigations and root cause analyses to identify safety issues.
- Implemented corporate pollution prevention and sustainability efforts, enhancing compliance with carbon and greenhouse gas disclosure requirements.
- Led energy efficiency efforts focusing on source reduction, peak shaving, and real-time monitoring to optimize operations.
Director – Environmental Affairs
Printing Industries of New England
Southborough, MA
01.1997 - 01.2011
- Provide the following EHS and pollution prevention technical assistance for 350+ member companies affiliated with the New England printing industry:
- Developed strategic environmental, efficiency, and sustainability plans to guide member companies in compliance and best practices.
- Environmental & safety plant compliance audits and action plans.
- Conducted job hazard analyses and evaluated engineering control options for machine guarding, noise, and ergonomic issues.
- OSHA & environmental training, including HazCom, PPE, flammable materials, ergonomics, lockout/tagout, powered industrial equipment, SPCC, hazardous waste management, chemical inventory control.
- Develop site-specific safety programs and run safety committees.
- Facilitated communication between member companies and government agencies, including OSHA, EPA, state agencies, and local sewer authorities to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Compiled and analyzed environmental health and safety reports, including air inventories, Tier I & Tier II, toxics use, hazardous waste, storm water NOI, and OSHA recordkeeping to track compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Environmental/Process Engineer
Mabbett & Associates
Bedford, MA
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Oversaw air quality permit, design, and audit activities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared and submitted air permit applications and emission reports, including BACT Analysis, resulting in approvals from various state agencies, including MA DEP.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
UNIV. OF MASSACHUSETTS
Amherst, MASkills
- Employee Health & Safety
- Minimizing Corporate Risk
- Driving Culture through KPIs
- Safety/OSHA Training for Management & Employees
- Job Hazard Analysis
- Accident Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Actions Plans
- Facility Audits
- Ergonomic Assessments
- Indoor Air Quality Assessments
- Noise Assessments
- Emergency Plans & Training
- Developing Safety Programs
- Implementing Safety Programs
- Maintaining Safety Programs
- OSHA Negotiations
- State OSH Negotiations
- Internal OSH Reports
- External OSH Reports
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Technical Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Motivational Skills
- Leadership Skills
Volunteer Experience
- Elected Bellingham School Committee, 2015 - Present
- Destination Imagination Appraiser, 2015 - Present
- Soccer Coach, 2014 - Present
- Bellingham Energy Efficiency Committee Chair, 2010 - 2014
- Barton Center Facilities Committee, 1998 - 2008
Awards
- William D. Schaeffer Environmental Award
- MA Governor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Toxics Use Reduction
Certification
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer, 2003 - 2015
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer, 2003 - 2015
Timeline
Subregional WHS Manager
Amazon Logistics
01.2022 - 01.2025
WHS Specialist
Amazon Logistics
01.2020 - 01.2022
EHS & Sustainability Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2014 - 01.2019
Vice President – Environmental & Safety Compliance
Consolidated Graphics, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2014
Director – Environmental Affairs
Printing Industries of New England
01.1997 - 01.2011
Environmental/Process Engineer
Mabbett & Associates
01.1995 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
UNIV. OF MASSACHUSETTS