Teneoda Yarbrough
Logan Aluminum
Adairville,KY
38
years of professional experience
Dedicated EHS Specialist with proven skills in safety training, hazard identification, and incident reporting. Committed to enhancing workplace safety and compliance through effective communication and teamwork.
Team driven to support team concept to sustain safety also focusing on quality and production braided together.
Work History
EHS Specialist II
1 Year 3 Months- Developed and implemented safety training programs to enhance employee awareness of safety policies.
- Conducted regular unit inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate safety protocols into operational processes effectively.
- Conduct audits of safety management systems to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement risk reduction measures, minimizing potential safety incidents.
- Investigated occupational injuries or illnesses promptly, determining root causes and providing recommendations for future prevention strategies.
- Provided new-employee unit safety orientations and developed materials for unit presentations.
- Evaluated new materials and processes for safety impact, promoting sustainable practices within the organization.
- Facilitate Making Safe Decisions Training
- Work closely with Logan's EHS Safety Team on safety issues
EHS Specialist 1
2 Years 7 Months- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reinforce Plant programs within my unit.
- Continue to develop unit safety through mock drills to prepare the unit for emergencies that may occur.
- Attended safety conference as a facilitator with my safety peers communicating Powered: Logan Aluminum’s Human Performance. How to implement a human performance safety roll-out successfully and avoid the roadblocks.
Process Specialist
1 Year 7 Months- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Managed relationships with external vendors supplying PPE or other safety-related products or services.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employee
- Support safety day to day unit procedures and plant programs as a Unit Safety Coordinator.
- Conducting monthly safety rep meetings.
Operating Technician
14 Years 3 Months- During the last 2 years in this position I was part of the Core 8 group that was asked to go to DC4 project start-up and help train new employees, help initiate SOPs, confined space documentation, and safety documentation for the DC4 project.
- Enforced environmental safety hygiene.
- Became a temporary safety coordinator for the day-to-day safety trainings for the DC4 unit.
- Monitored production processes to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Conducted routine quality checks to uphold product standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in reduced downtime and waste.
- Supported new employee training by sharing technical expertise and assisting with hands-on demonstrations.
- Reduced downtime for operations by swiftly identifying and rectifying technical issues.
Industrial Machine Operator
18 Years 7 Months- Operated and maintained industrial machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Monitored production processes, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions to enhance efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and workflow procedures for consistent operation.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows, resulting in improved output quality and consistency.
- Fostered a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities and maintaining open communication lines with colleagues.
- Examined incoming materials and compared them to documentation for accuracy and quality.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Safety training
Hazard identification
Incident reporting
Accident investigation
Safety audits
Workplace inspections
Root cause analysis
Lockout/tagout
Confined space
Machine guarding
Safety program development
Personal protective equipment
Cross-functional collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
Effective communication
Timeline
EHS Specialist II
Logan Aluminum
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
EHS Specialist 1
Logan Aluminum
10.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Process Specialist
Logan Aluminum
03.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Operating Technician
Logan Aluminum
12.2006 - 03.2021Read More
Industrial Machine Operator
Emerson Electric
05.1988 - 12.2006Read More
Logan County High School
High School Diploma
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