Robert Zook
Midland,MI
Summary
Dedicated to keeping workers safe, practices compliant and company costs low through proactive safety management at worksites. Proficient in protective gear, safety behaviors and hazard management. Knowledgeable Safety Advisor well-versed in leading safety meetings, implementing policies and training workers. Familiar with inspecting gear, documenting hazards and reviewing field practices.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Advisor / Safety Permit Writer
Kelly Services Company
08.2012 - 01.2023
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Maintained compliance with relevant safety regulations and protocols.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns related to health and safety issues.
- Provided support during audits, ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Monitored contractor performance against established safety criteria, ensuring external parties also adhered to company expectations regarding safe working practices.
- Organized regular safety meetings to discuss ongoing concerns, review recent incidents, and update staff on new procedures or regulations.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
Head Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical Company
02.1976 - 07.2009
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products by closely monitoring batch processing from start to finish.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve overall plant performance.
- Managed daily production activities, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and operational goals.
- Actively participated in safety training sessions, fostering a culture of accountability within the workplace environment.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, reinforcing company values of safety and quality control.
- Coordinated with Quality Control department to address any non-conformance issues promptly.
- Worked effectively under pressure during process upsets or emergencies, quickly identifying root causes for resolution.
- Performed laboratory testing to ensure product quality met customer specifications and industry standards.
- Ensured safety standards compliance with thorough equipment inspections and prompt maintenance.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midland High School
Midland, MI06.1972
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Hazard Identification
- Emergency response plans
- Safety meetings
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical Safety
- Lifting Operations
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Safety Training
- Equipment Operation
- Safety Auditing
- Chemical Handling
- Confined Space Entry
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- JSAs proficiency
- Safety and compliance inspections
Timeline
Safety Advisor / Safety Permit Writer
Kelly Services Company
08.2012 - 01.2023
Head Chemical Process Operator
Dow Chemical Company
02.1976 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Midland High School
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