Summary
Overview
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Education
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Norris Bush

Hueytown,AL

Summary

Dynamic safety professional with extensive experience at Cascade Sonoco, excelling in workplace inspections and incident investigations. Proven ability to enhance safety culture through effective training and hazard identification. Skilled in compliance with regulations and fostering collaboration among teams, ensuring a proactive approach to accident prevention and risk management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Facilitator

Cascade Sonoco
09.2020 - Current
  • Monitored adherence to safety regulations through regular audits and inspections.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards and recommend solutions.
  • Facilitated incident reporting processes, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up actions.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of safety initiatives, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Supported emergency preparedness drills, enhancing team readiness for potential incidents.
  • Maintained accurate records of safety training and compliance activities for regulatory purposes.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness through consistent communication and reinforcement of best practices.
  • Led incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problemsolving.

Machine Operator

Cascade Sonoco
09.2009 - Current
  • Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and minimal downtime.
  • Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, collaborating with maintenance teams for timely repairs.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels by tracking raw materials and finished goods usage.
  • Implemented safety protocols, promoting a culture of workplace safety among team members.
  • Trained new operators on machine functions, safety procedures, and operational best practices.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Documented production data and generated reports for management review to support decision-making processes.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
  • Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.

Education

GED - General Studies

Woodlawn High School
Birmingham, AL

Skills

  • Workplace inspections
  • Safety audits
  • Behavior-based safety
  • Hazard identification
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Incident investigation
  • Manual handling
  • Accident prevention
  • Occupational health
  • Safety training
  • First aid proficiency
  • Noise control
  • Machine guarding
  • Traffic management
  • Environmental management
  • Fall protection
  • Knowledgeable in safety standard
  • Risk identification
  • Safety inspection
  • Regulations and compliance
  • Incident reporting
  • Staff training
  • Lock out tag out programs

Certification

-Extruder

-Die Cutter

-Web Co/Slitter

-MES/SAP system

-Forklift/Industrial Fork Lift

-Clamp Truck

-Boom Lift

-Spot Welding

Timeline

Safety Facilitator

Cascade Sonoco
09.2020 - Current

Machine Operator

Cascade Sonoco
09.2009 - Current

GED - General Studies

Woodlawn High School
Norris Bush