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Stacy Ayala
Safety & Operations Coordinator
Westminster,CO
Summary
Safety Coordinator with 6+ years experience ensuring workplace safety and compliance. Skilled in risk assessment, hazard prevention, and emergency response planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable with expertise in regulatory compliance, safety training, and incident investigation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Compass Equipment
Denver, CO
03.2019 - 06.2025
- Skilled in driver and fleet management
- Develop policy manuals and streamline procedures
- Manage payroll and billing for 60 employees
- Maintain safety training records, ensuring compliance
- Conduct accident investigations and implement corrective actions
- Executed safety initiatives, boosted employee engagement, retention
- Enhanced payroll processes, leading to better project outcomes.
- Improved invoicing systems, increasing billing accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed digital filing systems, reducing document retrieval times.
- Ensured audit compliance through precise financial record maintenance.
- Identified inefficiencies, implementing solutions to boost performance.
- Planned and implemented company-wide safety and health target program.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Led emergency response drills, ensuring staff readiness for various emergencies including fires, chemical spills, and medical crises.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed Lockout/Tagout protocols specific to each piece of machinery within the facility as per OSHA guidelines.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Reduced accident rates through the development and implementation of effective safety training programs.
- Conducted periodic audits of safety initiatives in place, identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate actions to maintain best practices.
- Implemented hazard communication programs for chemical handling/storage procedures, maintaining MSDS records for easy access by employees during emergencies or routine operations.
- Organized Safety Committee meetings regularly to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Office Manager
303 Evolution
Erie, CO
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Streamlined document handling and processing, reducing turnaround time for client inquiries and requests.
- Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and productivity.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
District Manager
Claires Stores Inc
08.2011 - 11.2016
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for store managers, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated store performance regularly using data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted action plans for continuous growth.
- Streamlined operations by establishing efficient processes and communication channels between stores, leading to reduced costs and increased productivity.
- Implemented risk-management protocols for loss prevention, leading to a consistent decrease in shrinkage rates across the district.
- Reduced turnover rates by implementing proactive retention strategies designed to address potential employee concerns before they escalated into resignations or terminations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction, conducting regular store visits to ensure compliance with service standards.
- Analyzed sales data to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement across district.
- Achieved significant improvements in customer feedback scores by implementing rigorous service quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures, conducting regular audits and training sessions.
- Promoted culture of accountability, setting clear expectations and conducting regular performance evaluations.
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
Education
Associates - Business Administration
Santiago Canyon College
01.2006
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Incident Investigation
- Safety Audits
- Compliance Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Problem Solving
- Documentation Control
- Safety Training
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Policy Development
- Communication Skills
- OSHA standards and codes
- OSHA regulations
- Hazardous materials handling
- Heat stress management
- Incident investigation
- Program management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Job hazard analysis
- Training development
- Work process analysis
- Budgetary planning
- Cold stress management
- Crane and hoist safety
- Fall protection
- Workers compensation claims
- Job safety analysis
- Vehicle safety
- OSHA compliance
- Corrective action planning
- Procedure implementation
Accomplishments
- Created QR code system for field paperwork and service requests resulting in smoother payroll and field service operations.
- Created QR code system for employee incident reporting streamlining the communication process for incident reporting.
- Planned and implemented the company-wide rollout of a proactive safety program, partnering with field management and supervisory staff, effectively reducing Lost Time and Recordable Incidents to 0.
- Promoted to Safety Coordinator after 2 years with the company.
Websites
Software
Microsoft Teams
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Paylocity
Smartsheets
Vector EHS
Excel
Word
Powerpoint
QuickBooks Desktop
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursTimeline
Safety Coordinator
Compass Equipment
03.2019 - 06.2025
Office Manager
303 Evolution
12.2016 - 03.2019
District Manager
Claires Stores Inc
08.2011 - 11.2016
Associates - Business Administration
Santiago Canyon College
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