Dynamic EH&S leader with a proven track record, excelling in EHS compliance, reducing risk and driving continual improvement. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and compliance, while fostering strong relationships across teams and at multinational operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, EH&S
The Lincoln Electric Company
Euclid, OH
04.2022 - Current
Lead team supporting over 70 manufacturing sites in 20 countries.
Lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement Human and Organization Performance (HOP) to drive cultural change and reduce risk.
Implemented programs in risk reduction, leading to a 34% decrease in recordable injuries.
Lead EHS person on 15+ due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures.
Collaborated with senior leadership to establish long-term goals aligned with company vision.
Developed performance metrics to assess departmental productivity and drive accountability and communicated results to the enterprise.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Manager, Corporate EH&S
The Lincoln Electric Co.
Euclid, OH
01.2016 - 03.2022
Led cross-functional team that supported Global sites and local operations EHS activities.
Implemented comprehensive EHS Directives and Standards for EHS Governance.
Developed Corporate EHS Assessment program.
Global EHS Coordinator
The Lincoln Electric Company
Euclid, OH
07.2005 - 12.2015
Developed and implemented organizations ISO 14001 initiative leading to the certification of 30 Global Manufacturing sites.
Conducted regular EHS audits, identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
Managed incident reporting processes, analyzing data to identify trends and improve safety protocols.
Operations Manager
The Lincoln Electric Company
Euclid, OH
01.2001 - 06.2005
Streamlined operational processes, enhancing efficiency across multiple departments.
Managed department with over 100 production works that supplied parts to assembly operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hazardous Materials/Physical Science
The University of Findlay
Findlay, OH
MBA - Business
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio, OH
Skills
Strategic planning
Team development
EHS Due Diligence
EHS Risk Assessing
Legal and regulatory compliance
Decision-making
Timeline
Director, EH&S
The Lincoln Electric Company
04.2022 - Current
Manager, Corporate EH&S
The Lincoln Electric Co.
01.2016 - 03.2022
Global EHS Coordinator
The Lincoln Electric Company
07.2005 - 12.2015
Operations Manager
The Lincoln Electric Company
01.2001 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Hazardous Materials/Physical Science