Paul Weidensaul
Vine Grove
Summary
Dynamic Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist with a proven track record at Dawn Foods, excelling in risk assessment and safety training. Enhanced workplace safety culture, achieving significant reductions in incidents through effective communication and hazard identification strategies. Committed to continuous improvement and compliance with industry standards, fostering a proactive safety environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist
Dawn Foods
Louisville
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Implemented and managed workplace safety programs to mitigate risks and enhance compliance.
- Conducted Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and hazard assessments to identify potential risks.
- Led incident investigations, analyzing trends and developing preventive measures.
- Developed and executed training programs on Lockout/Tagout and ergonomics to improve employee awareness.
- Performed safety audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to internal and external regulations.
- Collaborated with teams to assess risks, improving overall safety culture and efficiency.
- Monitored environmental compliance in food production, aligning practices with GMPs, HACCP, and BRC standards.
- Facilitated safety meetings to promote proactive engagement among employees regarding health and safety.
Field Support Representative
Lockheed Martin
Bethesda
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through rigorous risk assessments and precautionary measures during field operations.
- Optimized inventory management by coordinating with suppliers to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Exceeded company targets by implementing effective resource allocation strategies in field operations.
- Achieved high service quality scores based on customer survey feedback.
- Developed strong stakeholder relationships through regular project updates and interactions.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly, enhancing overall experience while maintaining professionalism.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting efficiently.
- Streamlined workflows by creating detailed work orders outlining task requirements and timelines.
- Trained staff on equipment maintenance and operational protocols.
- Conducted site assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and equipment for field projects.
- Facilitated communication between clients and project managers for updates.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure a high level of quality.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software problems for customers remotely.
Environmental Compliance Officer
US Army A Co 8-229th AHB
Fort Knox
07.2015 - 02.2024
- Conducted risk assessments to identify areas of potential vulnerability regarding environmental regulations or standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in EHS processes.
- Reduced workplace accidents through proactive risk assessments and hazard identification initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of safety throughout the organization by consistently emphasizing its importance during meetings, training, and daily operations.
- Implemented ergonomic improvements in workspaces to reduce strain-related injuries among employees, enhancing overall wellbeing.
- Streamlined EHS reporting processes for increased efficiency in data collection and analysis.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
EHS Technician
11th AVN ASF Knox
Fort Knox
09.2018 - 03.2023
- Provided technical expertise for industrial hygiene evaluations, leading to improved worker protection measures.
- Improved EHS compliance by conducting regular audits and inspections of facilities and operations.
- Supported facility managers in achieving regulatory compliance through consistent monitoring and evaluation of EHS performance indicators.
- Reduced workplace injuries with proactive hazard identification and risk assessments.
- Evaluated chemical inventory management practices, recommending changes to reduce hazardous material exposures and waste generation.
- Enhanced safety culture by developing and implementing comprehensive EHS training programs for employees.
- Monitored new regulatory developments within the industry, providing updates on emerging trends impacting EHS practices.
- Promote continuous improvement in EHS performance by identifying opportunities for process optimization and best practice adoption.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of annual emergency drills, ensuring proper preparedness for real-life scenarios.
- Coordinated company-wide EHS meetings, fostering open communication on safety-related topics between management and employees.
- Conducted ergonomic assessments to identify potential musculoskeletal hazards, resulting in reduced employee strain injuries.
- Aided in the development of site-specific EHS policies and standard operating procedures that aligned with corporate guidelines as well as local regulations.
EHS Supervisor
US Army C Co 4-2 GSAB
Fort Carson
03.2008 - 03.2012
- Verified solid safety record keeping and data integrity and delivered accurate reporting and metrics to support business safety initiatives.
- Spent time on production floor and addressed EHS concerns, looked at trends and designed new policies and programs to prevent future accidents.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated EHS solutions tailored to specific operational needs.
- Coordinated with external agencies for permitting, reporting, and other regulatory requirements, avoiding costly fines or penalties due to non-compliance issues.
- Developed emergency response plans to effectively manage potential incidents.
- Engaged injury prevention specialists and site leadership to drive long-term strategic actions to achieve incident reduction.
- Reduced workplace accidents through diligent hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Supported process improvement efforts by identifying areas where EHS considerations could lead to more efficient operations without sacrificing safety standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices, applying them to company policies and procedures for continuous improvement.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing expertise and knowledge of EHS best practices.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Provided new employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
EHS Consultant
US Army B Co 602nd ASB
Camp Humphreys
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Streamlined incident reporting processes, leading to more accurate data collection and analysis for continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed and implemented programs that improved workplace health, ergonomics and hazard identification.
- Maintained safety contingency programs for fire, spill and other emergency response processes.
- Served as a liaison between company leadership and regulatory agencies to maintain open lines of communication for effective EHS management.
- Reviewed contractor qualifications for compliance with EHS standards prior to project initiation.
- Reduced environmental impact by developing and implementing effective waste management strategies.
- Improved employee health and safety awareness by designing and delivering engaging training programs.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Provided new employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Conducted thorough investigations of workplace accidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures to reduce future occurrences.
- Developed comprehensive job hazard analyses that resulted in significant reductions in workplace incidents.
- Contributed to the development of corporate sustainability initiatives through expert knowledge in environmental conservation techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated EHS management systems, resulting in improved overall performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health and Safety
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD12.2025
Equal Opportunity Leaders Course - EO And EEO
Fort Carson Training Center
Fort Carson, CO01.2023
Associate of Science - Technology
Pierce College
Lakewood, WANo Degree - Confined Space Rescue
Rescue Solutions Llc.
North Coventry Township, PANo Degree - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Emergency Services Division
Fort Campbell, KYNo Degree - First Aid/ CPR/ AED Instructor
American Red Cross
Louisville, KYNo Degree - Watershed Management Certificate
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDNo Degree - Workplace Health & Safety Certificate
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDNo Degree - Environmental Compliance Officer
Fort Campbell Troop School
Fort Campbell, KYSkills
- Hazard identification and inspections
- Safety training and compliance
- Risk assessment and management
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Effective communication skills
- Problem identification and solving
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Incident investigation techniques
- Permit-to-work systems management
- Safe chemical handling practices
- Machine guarding protocols
- Fall protection strategies
- Electrical safety measures
- Occupational health practices
- Asbestos awareness training
- Environmental management systems
- Safety auditing processes
- Ergonomics evaluation techniques
- Industrial hygiene standards
- Fire safety guidance and training
- Bloodborne pathogen safety analysis
- Occupational safety instruction methods
- Workplace safety initiatives
- Waste management strategies and practices
- Process safety management principles
- First aid and CPR certification training
- Time management strategies and skills
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, 01/2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association, 01/2023
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification, American Red Cross, 11/2025
- Confined Space Entry Supervisor Training Certificate, Various accredited training centers or organizations, 06/1996
- ST-ASHM, 03/2025
- ST-CHMM, 02/2025
- LSS Management, 03/2025
- LSS White Belt, 03/2025
- Confined Space Rescue, 03/2025
- OSHA 10-hour General industry, 02/2025
- OSHA 30-hour General Industry, 03/2025
Languages
English, Native or Bilingual
Personal Information
Title: EHS Specialist / Risk Reduction / Compliance
Timeline
Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist
Dawn Foods
06.2025 - 11.2025
Field Support Representative
Lockheed Martin
02.2024 - 06.2025
EHS Technician
11th AVN ASF Knox
09.2018 - 03.2023
Environmental Compliance Officer
US Army A Co 8-229th AHB
07.2015 - 02.2024
EHS Supervisor
US Army C Co 4-2 GSAB
03.2008 - 03.2012
EHS Consultant
US Army B Co 602nd ASB
01.2003 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health and Safety
University of Maryland Global Campus
Equal Opportunity Leaders Course - EO And EEO
Fort Carson Training Center
Associate of Science - Technology
Pierce College
No Degree - Confined Space Rescue
Rescue Solutions Llc.
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Emergency Services Division
No Degree - First Aid/ CPR/ AED Instructor
American Red Cross
No Degree - Watershed Management Certificate
University of Maryland Global Campus
No Degree - Workplace Health & Safety Certificate
University of Maryland Global Campus
No Degree - Environmental Compliance Officer
Fort Campbell Troop School