Robbie Roderick
Smithfield,PA
Summary
Results-driven Safety Manager with extensive experience at Pepsi Beverages, recognized for cultivating a safety-first culture and ensuring regulatory compliance. Successfully reduced workplace incidents by over 30% through strategic planning and effective problem-solving. A collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills and a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations. 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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager Upstate New York
Pepsi Beverages
Buffalo, NY
05.2015 - 11.2024
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted trainings for company employees on safety initiatives to comply with federal regulations.
- Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
- Developed and updated emergency response procedures.
- Advocated a culture of prevention through education programs aimed at reducing risks in the workplace.
- Collaborated with management teams to develop strategies that promote safe work practices.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Analyzed data to identify trends that could lead to improved safety conditions.
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.
- Developed and implemented safety policies to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.
- Participated in industry-wide committees focused on improving overall worker health and safety standards.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
HSE Specialist
Pepsi Beverages Company
Youngwood, PA
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Investigated incidents related to potential vehicle malfunctions or accidents and issued comprehensive reports used for and needs.
- Monitored adherence to regulations by drivers, dispatchers, and other personnel.
- Analyzed data from incident reports to identify trends and potential problems.
- Conducted educational seminars for drivers regarding best practices for safe driving habits.
- Conducted safety reviews of transportation operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Reviewed vehicle logs and driver records to assess potential risks and verify compliance with company policies.
- Reviewed documentation related to hazardous material shipments for compliance with federal guidelines.
- Developed strategies to reduce the frequency of vehicle collisions or other accidents.
- Performed regular inspections of vehicles to ensure they are operating safely.
- Maintained records of compliance with government regulations pertaining to driver qualifications, hours of service limits.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Product Availability Supervisor
Pepsi Beverages Company
Youngwood, PA
09.2010 - 04.2013
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Delivery Supervisor
Pepsi Beverages Company
Youngwood, PA
06.2004 - 09.2010
- Implemented strategies for improved efficiency in delivery processes across the organization.
- Tracked service metrics, managing budgets and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Handled customer inquiries regarding delivery issues or complaints promptly and professionally.
- Scheduled daily routes for delivery personnel, ensuring timely completion of deliveries.
- Provided clear direction to drivers regarding routes, pickup and delivery locations, traffic conditions.
- Adjusted staffing needs based on changes in volume or seasonal demands within the organization.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures related to delivery operations.
- Managed performance issues with delivery team members.
- Conducted regular meetings with drivers to discuss areas of improvement or any concerns.
- Coached delivery teams to take accountability for delivery, risk and issue management.
- Inspected vehicles regularly to ensure they meet safety standards and are in proper working order.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Fairchance-Georges
Uniontown, Pennsylvania, USA01.1981
Skills
- Results-oriented
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planner
- Works well independently
- Training and development
- Regulatory compliance
- Cross-functional team management
- Calm under pressure
- Complex problem-solving
- Excellent verbal communication
- Fast learning
- Unsurpassed work ethic
- Deadline-driven
- Multi-tasking under fast paced environment
- Motivated team player
- Self-starter
Accomplishments
- Facilitated on-boarding of new employees by scheduling training, answering questions and processing paperwork.
- Served as key contributing member to Leadership team.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills through [activity or presentation].
- Applied safety procedures and policies as outlined in Department Safety Manual.
Affiliations
- Volunteer firefighter 20+ years
Certification
- OSHA 30
- CDL Class A
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Safety Manager Upstate New York
Pepsi Beverages
05.2015 - 11.2024
HSE Specialist
Pepsi Beverages Company
04.2013 - 04.2015
Product Availability Supervisor
Pepsi Beverages Company
09.2010 - 04.2013
Delivery Supervisor
Pepsi Beverages Company
06.2004 - 09.2010
High School Diploma - General
Fairchance-Georges
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