Matthew Ponko
MOUNT GILEAD,OH
Summary
Dynamic EHS Coordinator at Glen Gery Brick with a proven track record in enhancing safety compliance and reducing workplace incidents. Skilled in hazard identification and safety training, I championed a safety-first culture, leading to increased employee engagement and successful implementation of an environmental management system, optimizing waste management processes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Coordinator
Glen Gery Brick
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with management to establish safety goals and develop action plans for continuous improvement.
- Monitored changes in EHS regulations, updating company policies accordingly to maintain compliance standards.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal according to federal guidelines while optimizing disposal costs.
- Improved EHS compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed strong relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring timely communication and compliance with all requirements.
- Actively participated in safety committees as well as process improvement teams focused on injury reduction initiatives.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement preventive measures.
- Facilitated cross-functional teams in root cause analysis investigations to prevent recurrence of accidents or nearmisses.
- Enhanced employee awareness of safety regulations by delivering comprehensive training sessions.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, effectively minimizing damage and injuries during incidents.
- Participated in incident investigations, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions for prevention of future occurrences.
- Championed a safety-first culture within the organization, leading to increased employee engagement in EHS initiatives.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a robust environmental management system, reducing waste generation and promoting sustainable practices.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Quality Control Lab Technician
Glen Gery Brick
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough lab tests and analyses on raw materials and finished products.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing test results, findings, and recommendations for improvements when necessary.
- Contributed to product development efforts by providing crucial data regarding material performance under various conditions.
- Reduced production delays by promptly identifying non-conformance issues and implementing corrective actions.
- Provided comprehensive training for new lab technicians, ensuring proper understanding of standard operating procedures and best practices.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Participated in internal audits, assisting auditors in reviewing laboratory practices while maintaining transparency about ongoing activities.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on equipment parts and materials.
- Diagnosed and reported malfunctions of technical equipment.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Heidtman Steel Products Inc.
03.1999 - 02.2014
- Kept accurate records of all tests performed, enabling easy identification of trends or potential issues over time.
- Participated in regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams for collaborative problem-solving regarding quality concerns.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization within the laboratory setting.
Education
No Degree - Sociology
Franklin College
Franklin, IN05.2000
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Incident investigation
- Safety training
- Noise control
- Environmental monitoring
- Air quality control
- First aid administration
- Safety audits
Accomplishments
I am the EHS Coordinator and program manager at a company of 20+ locations. It's critical to communicate between all facilities, in order to standardize our recordkeeping. Detailed monthly KPI's and monthly compliance calendars are a large part of ongoing duties.
Many other functions include new hire training, contractor training, mobile equipment fleet inspections and operator training.
Certification
OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Certified forklift trainer, First aid responder, MSHA mine trained and trainer, EPA consulting,
Ongoing trainings at the Marion Chamber of Commerce
current Lacey Award winner for safest county plant
Current Safest Plant for Brickworks North America
Timeline
EHS Coordinator
Glen Gery Brick
09.2021 - Current
Quality Control Lab Technician
Glen Gery Brick
03.2018 - 09.2021
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Heidtman Steel Products Inc.
03.1999 - 02.2014
No Degree - Sociology
Franklin College
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