Michele Nichols
Kalama
Summary
Safety professional with extensive experience in maintaining safe work environments and implementing safety protocols. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing safety requirements. Reliable and proactive, skilled in hazard identification.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Supervisor
Vigor Marine
11.2024 - Current
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for new projects, ensuring all necessary precautions were taken to maintain worker safety.
- Developed targeted safety campaigns aimed at reducing specific types of incidents within the organization.
Single Point of Contact
Portland Metal Trades Counsel
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Safety Coordinator
Vigor Marine
01.2019 - 09.2023
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
Welding Instructor
Portland Community Collage Swan Island
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Established positive relationships with students, promoting open communication and fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Maximized student success by keeping up-to-date on course materials and modern curricula.
- Served as an active participant in faculty meetings, contributing valuable insights towards improving overall departmental performance.
- Managed classroom activities efficiently by implementing effective time-management strategies tailored to each lesson plan's objectives.
- Facilitated a safe, inclusive learning environment by addressing and mitigating potential hazards related to welding equipment usage.
- Used various teaching methods to decrease learning gaps and increase student motivation for long-term educational success.
- Implemented safety protocols during instruction, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries in the classroom.
Journeyman Welder
Vigor Marine
02.2012 - 01.2019
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2027
Certified Safety Manager - Safety Management
National Association of Safety Professionals
Online10-2024
Skills
- OSHA 5410
- OSHA 3095
- OSHA 521
- OSHA 3115
- OSHA 10
- Confined space trainer
- Shipyard competent person
- Certified welder
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Safety Supervisor
Vigor Marine
11.2024 - Current
Single Point of Contact
Portland Metal Trades Counsel
05.2024 - 11.2024
Safety Coordinator
Vigor Marine
01.2019 - 09.2023
Welding Instructor
Portland Community Collage Swan Island
09.2018 - 01.2020
Journeyman Welder
Vigor Marine
02.2012 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety Management
Columbia Southern University
Certified Safety Manager - Safety Management
National Association of Safety Professionals
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