MARVIN WOODS
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Experienced Quality Assurance and Safety Specialist with 20 years supporting Navy and DoD operations in hazardous environments. Conducted quality surveillance inspections, contractor oversight, and environmental compliance monitoring while enforcing OSHA safety standards. Served as Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) and technical advisor.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (GS-11)
U.S. Navy
Ventura County, USA
07.2011 - Current
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled inspections of government and contractor-operated facilities, equipment, and fuel systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA, DoD, NAVOSH, and contractual requirements, thereby enhancing safety standards.
- Inspects hazardous operations involving petroleum products, compressed gases, confined spaces, and industrial equipment.
- Exercises authority to halt unsafe operations presenting imminent danger to personnel or mission.
- Conducted mishap investigations using HFACS methodology and tracked corrective actions to completion, contributing to improved safety protocols and risk management.
- Acts as technical advisor for environmental compliance, hazardous material storage, and waste handling practices.
- Performs quality assurance surveillance of contractor operations; documents deficiencies, initiates corrective actions, and validates closure.
- Prepared detailed inspection reports and metrics-based analyses, documenting compliance with contract requirements and facilitating informed decision-making.
- Reviewed over 1,000 construction and renovation projects as member of the Project Review Board.
- Naval Base Ventura County, CA
Safety & Quality Control Supervisor
PRIDE Industries
Port Hueneme, USA
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Executed safety and environmental inspections of equipment, vehicles, and hazardous material storage to promote compliance and safety.
- Conducted quality surveillance inspections to ensure contractor adherence to quality management systems and contractual obligations.
- Identified non-conformances, initiated corrective actions, and tracked resolution through formal documentation.
- Maintained detailed inspection records and compiled monthly performance reports for management analysis.
- Port Hueneme, CA
Platoon Commander / Project Supervisor / Safety Supervisor (E-6)
U.S. Navy
, USA
08.1990 - 08.2010
- Planned, scheduled, and inspected utility and mechanical system work, ensuring safe execution of hazardous operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards, fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence.
- Led personnel in construction, maintenance, and safety operations, enhancing team effectiveness in high-risk environments.
- Executed military roles with commitment and discipline.
Education
Master of Science - Management & Leadership
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA01-2011
Skills
- OSHA compliance
- Safety program management
- Risk assessment
- Accident investigation
- Hazardous materials management
- Quality assurance programs
- Contractor performance evaluation
- Technical reporting and record retention
Veteran Status
Veteran (30%+)
Security Clearance
Secret Clearance
Gs Eligibility
GS-1910-11 Eligible
Certification
Applying the QM Rubric - Quality Matters
Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) NASP
Environmental Safety & Health Professional Certificate - NASP
Defense Acquisition University – CLM 103 Quality Assurance Auditing
Safety Manager Certificate (ASSP)
NEC-6021 Safety Inspector
Respiratory Protection Program Management
Navy Mishap Investigation
FEMA ICS-100, IS-700, IS-800
Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) NASP
Environmental Safety & Health Professional Certificate - NASP
Defense Acquisition University – CLM 103 Quality Assurance Auditing
Safety Manager Certificate (ASSP)
NEC-6021 Safety Inspector
Respiratory Protection Program Management
Navy Mishap Investigation
FEMA ICS-100, IS-700, IS-800
Core Technical Qualifications
- Quality Assurance Surveillance Programs (QASP)
- Contractor Performance Evaluation
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 / NAVOSH
- Environmental Compliance & HAZMAT/HAZWASTE
- Accident Investigation
- Contract Administration
- Technical Reporting & Record Retention
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Timeline
Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (GS-11)
U.S. Navy
07.2011 - Current
Safety & Quality Control Supervisor
PRIDE Industries
08.2010 - 07.2011
Platoon Commander / Project Supervisor / Safety Supervisor (E-6)
U.S. Navy
08.1990 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Management & Leadership
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of La Verne