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NATALI RAMIREZ

Prosser,WA

Summary

Highly regarded and bilingual Occupational Safety and Health Specialist with expertise in communication, leadership, and customer service. Skilled in conducting safety audits, developing training programs, and fostering a culture of safety through team building and mentoring. Fluent in English and Spanish, enabling seamless communication with diverse populations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Safety and Health Professional

Department Of Labor And Industries
07.2021 - Current
  • Promote and invite Washington State Agricultural employers, workers, and associations to host and attend WISHA 10 for Agricultural /WISHA 10 for Agricultural Training of Trainers (TOT).
  • Assist with instructing TOT courses; provide critique and feedback of participant presentations, materials and facilitation of small groups practicing presentations.
  • Assist in the development of multi-media presentations employing PowerPoint, video, training, and exercises. Also, design exercises for practicing key skills, including computer-based, scenario-based, individual exercises, small group exercises, and role-playing.
  • Coordinate training in regional sites, including classroom space, set-up of computer labs for hands-on computer training and break out rooms as needed for small group exercises.
  • Review training materials and presentations to ensure technical standards are achieved, strive for consistency in our WISHA 10 for Agriculture training, workshops, and in the creation of new outreach materials.
  • Give feedback including suggestions for improvement on presentation materials, presentation style, content, materials used and the flow of the presentation.
  • Translate training and education materials, programs, modules and fatality and injury slideshows, to include narration of video presentations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English.
  • Participate in direct Hispanic workplace safety and health outreach activities, including meeting with/presenting to employer and labor groups and stakeholders, community organizations, and staffing DOSH Education & Outreach booths or display tables at various workplace safety and health events or venues.

Safety Manager

Mercer Ranches, Inc / Mercer Wine Estates
04.2016 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Regularly inspected job sites, identifying and mitigating safety hazards, fostering a proactive safety environment..
  • Developed and led training sessions for over 400 employees, enhancing safety awareness and compliance across the organization.
  • Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
  • Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
  • Created emergency response plans, ensuring a well-prepared workforce ready to handle crises.
  • Streamlined incident reporting processes for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
  • Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
  • Customized safety training materials tailored to various learning styles, increasing employee engagement and retention.

Accounting/ Safety Specialist Assistant

Mercer Ranches Inc.
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Served as primary backup to safety officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
  • Helped maintain an organized inventory of PPE supplies, streamlining distribution processes for efficiency.
  • Assisted in the development of corporate safety goals, supporting their successful implementation across all levels within the organization.
  • Facilitated communications between departments regarding safety concerns, fostering collaboration for effective problem-solving.
  • Assisted in the reduction of accidents through thorough incident investigations and root cause analysis.
  • Managed L&I Claims
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
  • Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial data, protecting company integrity and privacy rights of individuals involved.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for timely and accurate reporting to management.
  • Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable, ensuring prompt collection of outstanding balances.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements, contributing to transparent and accurate financial reporting.
  • Supported budget planning and forecasting with detailed analysis and data compilation.
  • Contributed to cash flow management, monitoring incoming and outgoing transactions.
  • Streamlined accounts receivable processes, improving cash flow with timely billing and collection efforts.
  • Assisted in tax preparation, ensuring accurate and compliant submissions.


Scale House Attendant

Mercer Canyons Inc
03.2013 - 03.2014
  • Weighed approximately 120 trucks daily while providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers.
  • Ensured effective communication with managers for coordinated trucking operations and logistics support.
  • Assisted the logistic manager with IFTA and dispatched orders to drivers to optimize efficiency.
  • Documented weight tickets in electronic logbooks and spreadsheets for accurate record keeping.

Crew Leader, Vineyard

Mercer Ranches
06.2011 - 03.2013
  • Trained approximately 25 employees in time management and efficient work practices.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety guidelines and prompt hazard identification.
  • Monitored work quality of approximately 25 members and addressed any concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as needed.
  • Handled employee scheduling
  • Conducted maintenance and cleaning of tools, and worksites, utilizing various hand and power tools effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Yakima Valley College
Yakima, WA
2017

Skills

  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Comprehensive Safety Audits
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Program Development
  • Budgeting and Cost Management
  • Bilingual Proficiency (English/Spanish)
  • Proficient in Excel and CRM Systems
  • Collaborative Team Building
  • Risk Management Strategies
  • New Hire Processing

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • General Industry Safety and Health Specialist Certificate, University of WA Certificate program, April 18, 2024
  • OSHA Authorized General Industry Trainer, April 18, 2024
  • WISHA 10 TOT certification, 2017
  • DOSH New Hire Program, December 11, 2021

Timeline

Occupational Safety and Health Professional

Department Of Labor And Industries
07.2021 - Current

Safety Manager

Mercer Ranches, Inc / Mercer Wine Estates
04.2016 - 07.2021

Accounting/ Safety Specialist Assistant

Mercer Ranches Inc.
03.2014 - 03.2016

Scale House Attendant

Mercer Canyons Inc
03.2013 - 03.2014

Crew Leader, Vineyard

Mercer Ranches
06.2011 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Yakima Valley College

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