ROBERT HAWKINS
Union City,NJ
Summary
Environmental health and safety professional supporting manufacturing and construction operations through OSHA and EPA compliance. Conducts incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action tracking to close hazards. Develops SOPs for high-risk work and leads safety training and committee meetings to strengthen hazard controls.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR
Johns Manville
Hazle Township, PA
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinate environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company requirements.
- Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses to identify corrective actions and prevent recurrence.
- Conducted workplace audits, compliance inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards, leading to actionable improvement opportunities.
- Developed and standardized operating procedures for manufacturing processes and high-risk activities, enhancing safety measures.
- Facilitated safety committee meetings and employee training to engage staff and strengthen safety culture.
- Partner with operations leadership to implement corrective actions and support continuous improvement efforts.
ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.
Quakertown, PA
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Executed soil compaction and asphalt density testing using nuclear density gauge equipment to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Sampled and tested concrete placements to verify compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
- Performed field inspections for commercial and residential construction projects from site preparation through project completion.
- Analyzed structural, architectural, and land development plans to enhance inspection accuracy and uphold quality control standards.
- Developed comprehensive field documentation and conveyed critical findings to project stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Processed, analyzed, and documented environmental samples using laboratory testing methods and specialized analytical equipment, ensuring data accuracy for research.
- Assisted with field data collection and laboratory analysis, compiled technical reports, and organized research documentation to support project objectives.
- Contributed to environmental research projects focused on paleoclimate reconstruction and sediment core analysis, enhancing project outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Earth and Environmental Science
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA12-2023
Skills
- Safety auditing
- Risk assessment
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective action management
- SOP development
- Safety training
- Continuous improvement
- Environmental risk management
- Hazardous waste management
- Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS
Certification
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, OSHA 30-Hour Construction, OSHA 10-Hour Construction, HAZWOPER, Arc Flash Safety Training, First Aid / CPR, Hazardous Waste Management, DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation
CURRENT JOB ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Number of incident investigations completed
- Number of employees trained
- JSAs/SOPs developed
- Safety committee head leadership
- Audit findings corrected
- Reduction in injuries or safety observations
Languages
Polish
Limited
Timeline
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR
Johns Manville
01.2025 - Current
ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.
04.2024 - 11.2024
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Wilkes University
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Earth and Environmental Science
Wilkes University