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Randy Kaster

Midlothian,U.S.A

Summary

Strongly analytical, service-oriented, and self-motivated. Knowledgeable in Law Enforcement, Security, and Emergency Management. Former Law Enforcement Officer with excellent time and attendance. Have approximately sixteen years of engineering experience in the Oil & Gas industry, and approximately one year as the US Health, Safety, and Environmental Superintendent where I gained knowledge in writing best practices, policies and procedures, training programs, investigations, HAZMAT regulations, DOT regulations, and Behavioral Based Safety programs. I am very dependable, trustworthy, firm, fair, and consistent. Acquired exemplary remarks on all official reviews from supervisors and believe that I can be an asset to any employer. I learn and adapt quickly; I excel under pressure and really enjoy a challenge, as well as working independently or in a team environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Control Manager, Safety and Quality Mgr.

Kenco Logistics Services
DeSoto, Texas
03.2022 - Current
  • Direct and coordinate activities of th Quality Division of the logistics operation to obtain optimum control of quality performance by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors: reporting quality performance, managing quality associates, developing supervisors, and managing customer relationship
  • Directly supervise 1-3 supervisors, 1-3 leads, and all Inventory Clerks
  • Maintain the Inventory Control Plan & monitor control measures
  • Review weekly adjustments and cycle bin moves
  • Research discrepancies
  • Monitor & respond to cycle counting reports
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of daily operational reports
  • Work Instruction and Standard Work maintenance and approval
  • Maintain departmental staffing at appropriate levels
  • Using performance management to set goals and objectives for all direct reports, and performing quarterly reviews
  • Develop a Safety First - Lean Culture which focuses on Continuous Improvement
  • Work closely with the customer, developing a strong partnership. Act as Subject Matter Expert liaison between the company and client
  • Execute the cycle count program as it relates to the Physical Inventory Exemption program
  • Prepare and maintain documentation of processes with GMI operations
  • Investigate and arbitrate employee complaints, problems or policy violations
  • Interpret company policies to employees and enforce policies through the use of progressive discipline
  • Implement plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals
  • Act as the site safety SME, focusing on overall safety program implementation and development, training, and DOT Safety

Emergency Management Specialist

TXSG
Dallas, Texas
03.2019 - Current
  • Boats, Dive, SARR, Military, Performed search and rescue missions when activated
  • Maintain proficiency in all training including FEMA associated training
  • Prepare After Action Reports (when instructed) for all missions and training
  • As the Company S2 (Security Intelligence), provide “battlefield” operational details regarding security, weather, infill and exfil information, along with any pertinent data regarding possible contacts when deployed
  • Train new recruits (when instructed) in proper boat rescue operations, search and rescue, and maintaining Joint Operations Centers, and Incident Command Systems

Staff Performance Manager

EmployBridge / ProLogistix
Dallas, Texas
02.2022 - 03.2022
  • Manage candidate inventory by recruiting, screening, interviewing daily
  • Conduct all new hire orientations, to encompass all client onboarding information as well as perform new hire check-ins on first day of work
  • Audit onboarding requirements and confirm new hire start requirements are met
  • Communicate workforce needs to client for staffing productivity and include labor market data to present plausible solutions
  • Participate in client forecasting meetings and remain informed and knowledgeable of client’s current and upcoming business needs
  • Manage daily attendance and headcount reports
  • Process weekly payroll and maintain timeclock database
  • Document and investigate safety incidents and participate in client meetings to discuss safety and operational efficiency
  • Handle worker’s comp claims and document unemployment
  • Develop and maintain rapport with management and supervisors to maintain consistencies in all departments
  • Utilize CRM, Power BI, Time/Attendance Software for accurate client reports of workforce challenges and collaboration
  • Conduct employee performance reviews to determine if performance improvement plans are necessary, coaching opportunities
  • Manage progressive discipline including documented discussions, improvement plans, and decisions leading to termination

Regulatory Compliance and Training Coordinator

GEODIS Logistics
Dallas, Texas
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Coordinate and conduct classroom training for “powered industrial truck” training
  • Maintain employee safety and hazmat documentation
  • Coordinate and conduct safety and hazmat training as needed
  • Develop and communicate safety and hazmat topics as needed
  • Develop and implement training documentation changes, signage, and 5S projects
  • Assist the Safety Committee and Master Trainer POW WOW Chair with meetings and follow- up as needed
  • Conduct post-accident investigations and communicate results as needed
  • Document and communicates property damage reports
  • Provide weekly recaps on building safety and hazmat compliance status
  • Manage action log of safety and hazmat improvements
  • Tracks injuries, PIT incidents, and Near Misses
  • Reports food safety problems to site leadership with authority to initiate action as needed
  • Maintains “Train the Trainer” status for DOT, IATA, IMDG, and Lithium Battery as needed
  • Maintains “Train the Trainer” status for PIT Part A, PIT Part B, and BST
  • Conducts internal Corporate Compliance Audits in partnership with field and Corporate EHS staff
  • Other duties as required and assigned
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Trainer
  • BRC Food Safety Audits
  • Customs Trades Partnership Against Terrorism Trainer
  • Food Safety & Food Quality Trainer
  • Conducts daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly inspections of facilities
  • Conducts routine and random audits to prepare for yearly auditing
  • Ensure compliance is met across the board to a high standard.

US HSE Superintendent

Phoenix Technology Services
Houston, Texas
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Supervise 300 + employees in an Oil & Gas environment and lead in HSE policies & procedures
  • Write “Best Practices” as well as develop new policies, procedures, guidelines, and training material
  • Update and develop Job Task Hazard Analysis and PPE Assessments
  • Ensure company and OSHA compliance by ensuring all employees had training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 Regulations
  • Problem solve and assist with determining plan of action for HSE incidents
  • Investigate incidents and determine root cause, assist in developing proper mitigation for incidents
  • Work with medical providers such as AXIOM to determine course of action for employee related incidents and injuries regarding First Aid or medical treatment, work with companies for random drug testing
  • Travel across the United States conducting field safety inspections, toolbox meetings, and promote company safety culture in business meetings with high profile clients
  • Write incident reports and conduct follow up investigations
  • Monitor environmental impact, request sampling when necessary

Directional Driller III

Phoenix Technology Services
Houston, Texas
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Lead other field employees and rig personnel in Pre-Job Safety Meetings and Hazard Assessments
  • Enforce HSE policies set forth by clients and Phoenix HSE Team
  • Drill vertical and horizontal wells per well plan
  • Utilize straight and Adjustable Kick-Off mud motors to maintain vertical wells as well as drill curve, turn-a-zontal curves, S-Curves and production laterals
  • Ensure accurate data to maximize revenue for client.

Officer / 911 Communications Specialist / Support Services Officer

Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2015 - 07.2018
  • Ensure safety and security of all custody level inmates
  • Enforce department policies and procedures, Texas Penal Code, and United States Code
  • Uphold all policies in compliance with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards
  • Provide emergency medical dispatch and crisis intervention during call-intake
  • Enter and modify information in local, state, and national computer databases
  • Maintain current licensing with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
  • Provide life-saving procedures to inmates and staff
  • Demonstrate appropriate use of force when correcting inmates’ disruptive actions.

Directional Driller III

Baker Hughes
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2014 - 02.2015
  • Lead field employees and rig personnel in Pre-Job Safety Meetings and Observation Cards
  • Adhere and enforce client safety expectations and all HSE expectations of Baker Hughes
  • Drill vertical and horizontal wells per well plan
  • Utilize straight and Adjustable Kick-Off mud motors to maintain vertical wells as well as drill curve, turn-a-zontal curves, S-Curves and production laterals
  • Ensure accurate data to maximize revenue for client.

Sr. LWD Field Specialist III

Baker Hughes
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2011 - 10.2014
  • Assist in leading Pre-Job Safety Meetings and compliance with company and client safety expectations
  • Run a variety of Logging While Drilling tools to identify current formations drilled using Gamma Ray, Resistivity, and Azimuthal Gamma Ray Imaging
  • Report accurate depth tracking and downhole coordinates of drilled wellbore.

Education

Associate of Arts - Occupational Safety and Health

Waldorf University
Forest City, Iowa
11.2023

Texas Basic Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement

Cedar Valley College
Lancaster, TX
12.2020

No Degree - Computer Science And Programming

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
05.2016

Skills

  • OSHA 29CFR 1910 General Industry Regulations
  • Behavior-Based Safety
  • Human and Organizational Performance
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Design Suites
  • Warehouse Safety Programs
  • Safety, Security, and Quality Auditing
  • Ken Blanchard Situational Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Workforce Management
  • Logistics Processes Planning
  • Service Improvement Analysis
  • Logistics Database Management
  • Inventory Reconciliation

Accomplishments

  • Lead a team of 4 in reconciling more than 280,000 SKUs to increase accuracy from 72% to 99% within 40 days.
  • Reduced site Incident Rate from 2.0 to 1.1 within 2.5 months by implementing and driving a combination of Behavior-Based Safety and Human and Organizational Performance programs.
  • Received the 2017 Life Saving Award for restoring natural breath and heart rhythm to a downed individual.
  • Inducted into the WUSVA (Waldorf University Student Veterans Association.
  • Founded an independent professional baseball team in Dallas/Fort Worth Texas to provide second chances and a training ground for aspiring athletes
  • President, Founder, and acting Board of Director of the Texas State Baseball League.

Certification

  • OSHA 30 General Industry
  • HAZWOPER
  • HAZCOM
  • HAZMAT
  • EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
  • Texas Basic Peace Officer
  • Civilian Interaction Training
  • Mental Health Peace Officer
  • SGAUS Emergency Management Specialist

Additional Information

  • More details or additional references are available upon request.
  • Additional Work Experiences and Training are available upon request.

Affiliations

  • Waldorf University Student Veterans Association


Timeline

Inventory Control Manager, Safety and Quality Mgr.

Kenco Logistics Services
03.2022 - Current

Staff Performance Manager

EmployBridge / ProLogistix
02.2022 - 03.2022

Regulatory Compliance and Training Coordinator

GEODIS Logistics
06.2021 - 01.2022

US HSE Superintendent

Phoenix Technology Services
08.2019 - 05.2020

Emergency Management Specialist

TXSG
03.2019 - Current

Directional Driller III

Phoenix Technology Services
07.2018 - 08.2019

Officer / 911 Communications Specialist / Support Services Officer

Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
05.2015 - 07.2018

Directional Driller III

Baker Hughes
10.2014 - 02.2015

Sr. LWD Field Specialist III

Baker Hughes
10.2011 - 10.2014

Associate of Arts - Occupational Safety and Health

Waldorf University

Texas Basic Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement

Cedar Valley College

No Degree - Computer Science And Programming

Kaplan University
  • OSHA 30 General Industry
  • HAZWOPER
  • HAZCOM
  • HAZMAT
  • EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
  • Texas Basic Peace Officer
  • Civilian Interaction Training
  • Mental Health Peace Officer
  • SGAUS Emergency Management Specialist
Randy Kaster