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Tammy S. Bukach

Brecksville,OH

Summary

Results-oriented EHS leader with a proven track record of over 20 years in the field. Developed and implemented highly effective and efficient EHS and regulatory programs for multi-site, geographically diverse organizations. Leads a collaborative 20-person team, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including risk management and process safety analysis. Oversees the development and standardization of company-wide EHS procedures, policies, and best management practices in alignment with local, state, and federal regulations. Passionate about creating a positive social impact and enhancing stakeholder decision-making capabilities through expertise in EHS and regulatory affairs. Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of work. Recognized as a versatile, adaptable, and lean-focused leader who excels at solving complex problems, building consensus, and driving change in dynamic business environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

North America Director of Compliance & Safety

Barentz
07.2022 - Current
    • Recruited, hired, and led 6 direct reports and 10-person across 6 divisions
    • Implementing Responsible Care management system for 1 manufacturing facility
    • Guided the safe operations and compliance with applicable NA regulatory requirements
    • Collaborated with Regulatory, Commercial, Operations, and Purchasing teams to comply with all EHS and other regulatory requirements within the specialty chemicals industry
    • Developed and standardized company-wide EHS procedures, manuals, and policies in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in the US and Canada
    • Secured regulatory certifications and quality systems, including SQF, HACCP, Kosher, BRC, Responsible Distribution, and Safe Food/Safe Feed
    • Completed air emissions and environmental permitting evaluations
    • Identified, assessed, and launched controls and programs for chemical and physical hazards
    • Engaged cross-division personnel to provide technical and regulatory support to site operational activities to lower incidence rates and install full regulatory compliance
    • Facilitated communications with regulatory and emergency response agencies and other internal stakeholders as needed
    • Reviewed and streamlined EHS policies and procedures across all facilities and divisions, including RCRA waste, EPA, and OSHA programs
    • Installed a training matrix and compliance calendar to properly train employees in EHS policies and meet regulatory obligations
    • Monitored changes and interpretations for all regulations and industry standards across regions
    • Represented the in-house SME for all EHS and compliance-related topics, including emergency response and business continuity
    • Championed continuous improvement initiatives and implemented corrective and preventative actions to raise EHS standards and reduce risk
    • Coordinated EHS budgets, capital management, and project prioritization
    • Instituted a benchmarking and EHS KPI metric reporting system to enhance regulatory compliance and communication with internal stakeholders.

Global Director of Environmental, Health & Safety

MTD Products, Inc./Stanley Black & Decker
01.2020 - 01.2022
    • Reduced recordable injuries by 28%, TRR by 32%, lost time accidents by 36%, and lost time rate by 41% as the in-house EHS SME
    • Led EHS for 5 NA plants, 3 European plants, and 8 large distribution centers
    • Supervised 4 direct reports with a 15-member team to coordinate work systems and install favorable and safe plant working conditions
    • Developed and maintained site EHS management programs and systems
    • Partnered with senior leadership to continuously improve the plants' EHS-S systems
    • Implemented new and existing EHS-related legislation, environmental remediation, due diligence, regulatory rules, and company standards
    • Coordinated all COVID-19-related protocols and policies, including the OSHA Pandemic Response Plan development and implementation
    • Debuted an EHS metric data management system to track environmental, ESG, injury data, near miss and fork truck high-impact accidents, OSHA requirements, and corrective actions
    • Created strategic global EHS plans for individual and company facilities via data-driven metrics
    • Designed systems for EHS accident investigations and root cause analysis/reporting
    • Controlled all regulatory interactions with EPA and OSHA, including complaints and citations
    • Introduced the environmental management system to track and improve compliance with air, wastewater, and stormwater permits and applicable regulations
    • Launched a waste management program to recycle all RCRA wastes
    • Identified significant impacts of environmental compliance to develop strategies for ongoing compliance, including capital investment prioritization.

Corporate Environmental Manager & Senior Project Manager

Haley & Aldrich
01.2012 - 01.2020
    • From 2014 to 2020, embedded employee for MTD Products Inc as the Corporate Environmental Manager
    • Supervised 5 EHS team members delivering technical and environmental expertise for several US and global manufacturing plants and distribution centers
    • Transformed the company from 0% environmental regulatory compliance to 100% compliance, including EPCRA reporting, RCRA, wastewater, stormwater, and air permitting
    • Planned and implemented the company's environmental model, environmental management system, and organizational strategy
    • Educated, trained, and coached associates to drive performance and culture changes
    • Developed environmental assessments and audit processes through corrective action implementation that could be applied to environmental issues, compliance, and best practices
    • Created and installed global facility tools to enhance environmental compliance
    • Investigated environmental incidents and near-misses to determine and remediate root causes
    • Authored written OSHA and EPA programs and best practices
    • Supported due diligence activities and administered all legacy remediation projects and liabilities to completion, including Ohio VAP closures and RCRA corrective actions
    • From 2012 to 2014, Senior Project Manager, directed large-scale project management for clients across manufacturing, chemical, energy and real estate business sectors
    • Managed Phase I and II through remediation Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) investigations and reporting
    • Supervised and managed several large remedial investigations that included many contractors and field personnel in multiple states and North America
    • Managed and developed submittal of Ohio Voluntary Action Program (VAP) No Further Action request, which included organizing all data and completing a Covenant Not to Sue that was granted by Ohio EPA
    • Directed multiple remediation projects including RCRA corrective action
    • Designed environmental compliance plans for several facilities, planned and facilitated employee training, and supported organizational efforts to meet the requirements of the plans for a variety of clients
    • Completed EHS related assessment and reporting for various clients
    • Completed EHS audits for multiple large-scale facilities focusing on environmental permitting and compliance
    • Developed and trained clients on environmental requirements, regulations, and best management practices
    • Implemented SPCC and SWPPP best management practices for multiple large-scale clients
    • Designed, managed, and coordinated IH related tasks for multiple large facilities and clients.

Environmental Manager

Charter Steel
01.2005 - 01.2012

Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

Ross Environmental Services, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005

Geologist

Parsons Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2004

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Slippery Rock University of
Slippery Rock, PA
05.1998

Course work for Master of Science - Geology

Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green

Skills

    • EHS Compliance Expert
    • Team builder experience in leading teams with direct reports in multi-sites and within matrixed organizations
    • Collaborator that will work across departments / organizations
    • Strategic thinker with creative problem-solving abilities
    • Effective oral and written communication
      • Behavior-based safety and culture building
      • Risk Management and Strategic Goal Setting
      • Self motivated leader experience with working in fast paced, rapidly evolving environments
      • Microsoft Office

Certification

  • 40-Hour OSHA 20 CFR 1910 Certification
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • 8-Hour OSHA 20 CFR 1910 Supervisors and Annual Refresher Training
  • ISO 14001, 45001, 9001 and OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor

References

References upon request

Timeline

North America Director of Compliance & Safety

Barentz
07.2022 - Current

Global Director of Environmental, Health & Safety

MTD Products, Inc./Stanley Black & Decker
01.2020 - 01.2022

Corporate Environmental Manager & Senior Project Manager

Haley & Aldrich
01.2012 - 01.2020

Environmental Manager

Charter Steel
01.2005 - 01.2012

Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

Ross Environmental Services, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005

Geologist

Parsons Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Slippery Rock University of

Course work for Master of Science - Geology

Bowling Green State University
  • 40-Hour OSHA 20 CFR 1910 Certification
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • 8-Hour OSHA 20 CFR 1910 Supervisors and Annual Refresher Training
  • ISO 14001, 45001, 9001 and OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor
Tammy S. Bukach