Xander Leonard
Linwood,NC
Summary
Proficient Safety Specialist familiar with creating and overseeing safety procedures in settings. Dedicated to keeping workers safe without creating heavy burdens on team productivity. Looking for a challenging new role with growth potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Egger Wood Products LLC.
Linwood, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted safety inspections of workplace, identified hazards and provided corrective action recommendations.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided employees with safety training on emergency response plans, hazardous materials handling, fire prevention and personal protective equipment use.
- Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions or practices and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Maintained accurate records of all safety-related incidents and investigations in accordance with company policies.
- Conducted regular audits of facility operations to assess adherence to established safety protocols.
- Collaborated with management teams to implement effective strategies for minimizing risk exposure in the workplace.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as accident investigations, incident reports and inspection results in order to identify trends that may indicate systemic problems within the organization.
- Worked with inspectors to conduct full facility checks.
Journeyman
Egger Wood Products LLC.
Linwood, NC
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Assisted in the installation of new machines and equipment.
- Tested, diagnosed, and repaired malfunctioning components.
- Conducted routine lubrication of moving parts according to safety protocols.
- Developed detailed reports on operational issues and recommended corrective actions.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex projects efficiently.
- Installed, fit, cleaned and repaired valves, caps, hoses, pumps and gaskets.
- Fabricated mechanical components consistent with engineering specifications for efficiency.
- Interpreted blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the specific welding requirements.
- Fabricated replacement parts using hand tools and welding equipment.
Mechanical Apprentice
Egger Wood Products LLC.
Linwood , NC
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the assembly and installation of mechanical parts, components and systems.
- Provided technical support to other mechanics during maintenance and repair activities.
- Performed routine inspections on machinery, equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Replaced worn out or defective parts using appropriate tools.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe working environment.
- Followed established safety procedures while handling hazardous materials.
- Followed detailed blueprints when fabricating new parts from raw materials such as steel or aluminum.
- Worked alongside technicians providing regular service, troubleshooting and upgrading equipment.
- Operated a variety of hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders for various tasks.
- Inspected completed projects to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Kennel Care Assistant
Lexington Veterinary Associates, P.A.
Lexington, NC
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Responsible for providing daily care and exercise to all dogs in the facility, including feeding, grooming and cleaning up after them.
- Organized individual play times with each dog to ensure their physical and emotional well-being.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals, monitored their behavior and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Maintained records of medications administered, vaccinations given and general health information for each animal.
- Monitored canine interactions during group playtime to prevent fights or injuries among dogs.
- Assisted veterinary staff in administering treatments such as flea baths or nail trims when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Technology
Davidson Davie Community College
Lexington, NC06-2023
Skills
- Documentation skills
- Hazard Identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Training leadership
- Confined Space Entry
- Physical demonstrations
- Report writing skills
- Safety Training
- Workplace inspections
- Incident Reporting
- Audit Procedures
- Manufacturing process controls
- Technical Writing
- Microsoft Excel
- Troubleshooting
- Machine design
- Manufacturing Processes
- SAP
- Mentoring and training
Certification
- OSHA 511
- Journeyman Certificate
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Egger Wood Products LLC.
05.2024 - Current
Journeyman
Egger Wood Products LLC.
05.2024 - 05.2024
Mechanical Apprentice
Egger Wood Products LLC.
06.2020 - 05.2024
Kennel Care Assistant
Lexington Veterinary Associates, P.A.
06.2016 - 06.2020
- OSHA 511
- Journeyman Certificate
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Systems Technology
Davidson Davie Community College
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