SHAWN SANDATE
Joliet,IL
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Safety Professional with over 5 years of experience in EHS program development and OSHA compliance. Proven ability to reduce workplace incidents through effective risk assessments, safety training programs, and incident investigations. Strong leadership skills enhance team performance while ensuring adherence to environmental and safety regulations. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across all organizational levels.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Manager
Bluestone Specialty Chemicals
Joliet, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained safety programs for handling highly hazardous chemicals.
- Facilitated consistent safety training sessions for employees and management.
- Delivered OSHA 1910 regulations sessions to foster workforce safety compliance.
- Conducted employee training on workplace safety, emergency response procedures, hazardous material handling, and other safety related topics.
- Directed emergency response operations, achieving a 40% decrease in response time.
- Facilitated safety committee meetings to encourage proactive dialogue on enhancing workplace conditions.
- Implemented forklift safety program that reduced accident rates by 18%.
- Tracked EHS performance metrics to identify trends and improvements.
- Managed storage procedures for Non-Ferrous Metals including Cobalt, Nickel, Copper, Iodine, and Tungsten.
- Supervised safety measures by managing SDS systems, enforcing proper labeling techniques, and delivering HAZCOM training to align with OSHA guidelines.
Operations Manager/ EHS Manager
Ironclad Environmental Solutions
Mokena, IL
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised material acquisition, developed inventory strategies and enhanced warehouse efficiency.
- Conducted quality control assessments to ensure standards were met.
- Identified and implemented strategies to boost service quality.
- Established and enforced effective risk management protocols.
- Recognize potential hazards and devise risk avoidance strategies.
- Analyzed accidents and proposed practical preventive measures.
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and violations.
Assistant Production Manager /EHS Specialist
JLL - Jones Lang-Laselle /
Bourbonnais, IL
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Documented batch records for manufacturing process and product history recordkeeping.
- Kept permits current and accurate for legally-sound operations.
- Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
- Reviewed employee performance regularly through one-on-one conversations or performance reviews.
- Performed root cause analysis when problems arose during the manufacturing process.
- Organized team meetings with staff members to discuss upcoming projects or tasks.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments such as purchasing, engineering, and quality assurance to ensure smooth operations.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
Regional Assistant Manager
Consolidate Infrastructure Group
Crown Point, IN
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Evaluated work performance based on quality, efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Monitored job sites to identify hazardous conditions and ensure safety protocols.
- Analyzed work orders and specifications, operating manuals, procedures, and technical publications to schedule tasks effectively.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on operational procedures in utilities.
- Managed daily utilities operations.
- Trained operations personnel in effective maintenance procedures.
Paramedic/Shift Supervisor
Prompt Ambulance
Highland, IN
06.2004 - 08.2014
- Directed a team of 15+ paramedics to deliver immediate patient care.
- Oversaw emergency scenarios and prioritized patient medical care during transit.
- Resolved patient complaints concerning paramedic services efficiently.
- Reduced workplace disruptions by effectively addressing and resolving interpersonal conflicts.
- Compiled detailed records of treatments administered by paramedic staff.
- Participated in discussions with stakeholders including hospital administrators and government officials on EMS initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX05.2002
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Conflict Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Safe work practices
- Triage
- Operations management
- Process safety management
- Injury prevention
- Workplace inspections
- Air quality monitoring
- Health and safety audits
- Waste management
- Incident investigation
- Personal protective equipment
- Hazard identification
- Environmental management
Certification
- 48-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Manager Program, Present
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- TWIC Card
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
EHS Manager
Bluestone Specialty Chemicals
10.2023 - Current
Operations Manager/ EHS Manager
Ironclad Environmental Solutions
10.2020 - 09.2023
Assistant Production Manager /EHS Specialist
JLL - Jones Lang-Laselle /
09.2017 - 09.2020
Regional Assistant Manager
Consolidate Infrastructure Group
09.2014 - 08.2017
Paramedic/Shift Supervisor
Prompt Ambulance
06.2004 - 08.2014
- 48-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Manager Program, Present
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- TWIC Card
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Houston-Downtown
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