RYAN ANDERSON
Snow Camp,North Carolina
Summary
Safety Director with a strong focus on compliance and training. Proven track record in reducing incident rates and enhancing workplace safety through comprehensive safety programs. Experienced in conducting hazard assessments, managing safety budgets, and liaising with regulatory agencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Director
Airol Mechanical
Mooresville, NC
12.2025 - Current
- Reduced recordable incident rate / DART/ EMR / Vehicle Incidents year over year through policy enforcement and training.
- Developed company vehicle policy, enhancing MVR screening, Smith Driving Systems certifications, and GPS implementation for improved safety compliance.
- Oversaw safety budget and PPE inventory while coordinating with third-party vendors to ensure resource availability.
- Served as primary contact for OSHA/NCDOL inquiries and inspections, facilitating insurance loss control visits and general contractor safety prequalifications.
Safety Manager
Airol Mechanical
Mooresville, NC
10.2020 - Current
- Inspected job sites and facilities to identify health hazards, implementing corrective measures to mitigate risks.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to strategize actionable improvements for safety protocols.
- Led occupational safety meetings, addressing inquiries and concerns to enhance training effectiveness.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways for safety to be improved.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
Site Superintendent
Koury Corporation
Greensboro, NC
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Oversaw construction of 5 buildings, providing day-to-day supervision and support to subcontractors and technicians.
- Enforced OSHA regulations and work safety guidelines while supervising subcontractors.
- Monitored safety practices of personnel at the work site to ensure compliance.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Coordinated site work and resolved issues through close collaboration with clients.
- Managed site development with assistance from civil engineers and complied with city and county ordinances.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Discussed work progress on site with subcontractors to ensure project alignment.
- Delivered reports to the construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
Safety Manager
Alumiworks
Randleman, NC
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety programs to address identified hazards and ensure compliance.
- Trained employees in the most current regulations and practices in an effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways for safety to be improved.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Project Manager
Alumiworks
Randleman, NC
10.2014 - 03.2017
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify improvement areas and implemented necessary adjustments.
- Coordinated with contractors to meet project deadlines while ensuring quality and safety standards.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Delivered project status updates to stakeholders and executive management to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Gunnery Sergeant
USMC
06.1995 - 10.2014
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Guided officers through challenging situations, supported teams onsite, and advised on strategic decisions to enhance mission outcomes.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Supervised high-value equipment and critical supplies valued over $20 million across multiple overseas deployments, ensuring accountability and security.
- Assessed potential hazards to ensure safety protocols were followed. and executed Operational Risk Management to mitigate or control known hazards
Education
High School Diploma -
Randleman High School
Randleman, NC06-1995
Skills
- Incident investigation
- Hazard analysis
- Safety Communication
- Safety Behaviors
- Staff Training
- Instructing
- Maintenance Processes
- Troubleshooting
- Time Management
Certification
OSHA - 500 OSHA 10/30 Instructor, OSHA - 510, OSHA - 502, NSC - Advanced Safety Certification, American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor, Manager of Environmental, Safety, and Health in Construction (MESH-C) from NC State IES, Smith Driving Systems Instructor, Preparing to take CHST exam through BCSP
Timeline
Safety Director
Airol Mechanical
12.2025 - Current
Safety Manager
Airol Mechanical
10.2020 - Current
Site Superintendent
Koury Corporation
01.2019 - 10.2020
Safety Manager
Alumiworks
03.2017 - 01.2019
Project Manager
Alumiworks
10.2014 - 03.2017
Gunnery Sergeant
USMC
06.1995 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Randleman High School