Orvin Rigby
Newark
Summary
Skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety programs to mitigate workplace hazards. Experience includes conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and training staff on safety protocols. Strong analytical skills paired with ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels. Contributed to significant reduction in workplace injuries through proactive safety management strategies.
Seasoned Safety Leader known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and emergency response planning. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to ensure workplace safety and health standards are met or exceeded.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Leader
Metropolitan Warehouse and Delivery
Perth Amboy
08.2020 - Current
- Investigated accidents and incidents, wrote reports and compiled data for management review.
- Maintained records of safety inspections, audits and other related documents.
- Performed regular safety drills to prepare workers for emergency scenarios.
- Created visual aids such as posters and handouts to remind workers of safe working practices.
- Provided guidance to employees on safe work practices, performed job hazard analyses and implemented corrective actions.
- Acted as a liaison between the organization and government regulatory agencies concerning safety issues.
- Prepared presentations about relevant topics such as fire prevention methods or personal protective equipment requirements.
Express Freight Handling
Lumper
Carlstadt
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Maintained a clean work area throughout the shift by disposing of waste properly.
- Utilized scanning technology to accurately track inventory levels of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Unloaded freight from trucks, containers, and railcars with the use of a forklift or pallet jack.
- Loaded outbound shipments onto trucks, trailers, and railcars according to customer requirements.
- Organized stock in warehouse shelves to ensure efficient product location.
- Followed company safety regulations while operating mechanical equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Operated machinery including balers and compactors used in compressing cardboard boxes for storage purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Essex County Vocational Tech
West Caldwell, NJ06-2005
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Record keeping
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Decision-making skills
Timeline
Safety Leader
Metropolitan Warehouse and Delivery
08.2020 - Current
Express Freight Handling
Lumper
04.2017 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Essex County Vocational Tech