SUSAN KAY KUFAHL

**** **** *** ***** * Weston, WI 54476 * Cell: 715-***-**** * Email: acqikq@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: To obtain a position in the field of Environmental Science/Compliance and contribute to the success of

the employing company, with Environmental, Safety, Quality Control skills and excellent IT knowledge.

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

Comprehensive knowledge of waste management, environmental, health, and safety procedures

Familiar with the rules and regulations of state and federal environmental standards

Managed the development and implementation of ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

Proficient in use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher), Internet, Combined with experience in Geographic Information Systems such as ArcGIS, ArcView

Skilled in multitasking with excellent organizational skills, able to meet deadlines in a fast paced work environment

Ensured adherence to EHS and OSHA regulations and maintained compliance records for - Air permits, Solid and Hazardous Waste Mgt., Universal waste, CWA Compliance and Safety OSHA CFR 1910 regulations

KEY SKILLS

Waste Reduction & Recycling

Quality Evaluation/Audits

Documentation/Recordkeeping

Program Implementation

Environmental Permitting

Supervisory Management

Industrial Wastewater/ Pre-Treatment

HR Duties/Writing Company Policies

OSHA Safety Compliance and Staff Training on OSHA Standards

Compliance for Environmental Issues:

CAA, CWA, Title V, WPDES,

SDWA, SARA, RCRA, Tier II,

TRI FORM R, and ISO 14001 EMS Compliance

Education - Certifications - Recognitions Earned

Received “Office Volunteer of Year Award” from United Way of Marathon County for over 450 volunteer hours in 2013

Attended Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives + Deadlines Seminar, presented by SkillPath Seminars, 07/2013

Earned Safety Engineering Cert.(05/2011) + Manufacturing Cert. (05/2010) at Northcentral Technical College (NTC)

ACT - National Career Readiness Certificate - Gold # WKGJFRYJ736B - 05/2010

OSHA Safety Certification - #001442690 - Construction Safety & Health - 06/2008

ISO 14001 - Lead Internal Auditor Certification - 06/2008

Federal Certified Laboratory Tech - MT (HEW) Cert. # 6050116, School for Certified Laboratory Assistants CLA (ASCP)

Earned BS DEGREE: UW Steven Point (UWSP) College of Natural Resources, Stevens Point, WI 54481 12/1998

Major: Soil and Waste Resources - Waste Management Emphasis with Minor in Natural Resource Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - DNR Wausau Center, Wausau, WI 715-***-**** 05/1999 - 06/2005

* * *All DNR positions were LTE part-time positions held until budgetary cuts eliminated the positions.* * *

STORM WATER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (08/2002 to 06/2005) WATER SUPPLY SPECIALIST (11/1999 to 08/2002)

WATER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST ASSISTANT (11/1999 to 06/2003) WASTEWATER SPECIALIST (05/1999 to 10/1999)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE to PUBLIC as DNR EMPLOYEE INCLUDED:

Provided assistance to public (property owners, contractors, consulting firms, local & county zoning, COE, NRCS) on projects, violation complaints, and environmental permit process in various regulatory programs

Preformed on-site investigations and inspections of public complaints on possible pollution problems to determine regulatory compliance, Conducted onsite investigations of possible project sites to determine permit eligibility and restrictions, Conducted sanitary surveys on water supply systems for compliance to State Well Code - NR 812, Completed background checks for endangered species, archaeological and historical sites, using state databases, topographical, wetland, and soil survey maps

Obtained water samples for SDWA compliance, analyzed test results and follow-up as needed

DOCUMENTATION and MANAGEMENT DUTIES as DNR EMPLOYEE INCLUDED:

Coordinated, reviewed, revised, and processed applications for permits to include Chapter 30 Waterways (grading, ponds, NM mines), 401 wetlands, storm water, wastewater-WPDES, WAB forms

Maintained records in written and electronic form, Database entry into state computer tracking systems, tracked permits for re-issuance/compliance measures, collected and submitted permit fees to WI DNR Madison office

Wrote and Issued Permits, Environmental Analysis, Permit Information Forms, and Enforcement files

Knowledge of rules and regulations along with quality review act along with proficiency in writing reports

ENVIRONMENTAL and SAFETY COORDINATOR - Phoenix Coaters-Berlin, WI 920-***-**** 03/2006 - 10/2007

Overview and coordinated environmental operations in order to ensure permit renewals and regulatory compliance

Managed records and assured regulatory reporting requirements are met for plant, (69,000 sq. ft. + 150 employees)

Carried out daily compliance inspections. Handled permit modifications and permit renewals

Wrote environmental reports and coordinated with Plant Manager in all aspects of waste management, pollution control, recycling, environmental health, conservation and renewable energy

Completed comprehensive company waste management analysis resulting in the creation of a waste minimization/recycling program = 50% reduction of waste removal costs and increase in revenue for recycled items

Assured compliance with environmental regulations through training and monitoring company facilities, Maintained up to date/accurate records in air permitting, Hazardous Waste Management, CWA Compliance - storm water, wastewater,

Oversaw the operation of wastewater pretreatment system and industrial wastewater discharges

Supervised Quality Lab with 4 - 5 Techs, Monitored QA/QC systems to obtain/maintain the highest quality standards to avoid time and cost expenditures for the company, employee supervision

Created Employee Safety Committee, developed rapport with employees for input and feedback on safety compliance issues leading to improved reportable accident rates (10 % Reduction reportable injuries in first year)

Developed and Implemented EHS training programs to include: Hazardous Waste Spills, Proper Chemical Storage and Labeling, MSDS, LOTO, Confined Spaces, Proper PPE Use, and Ergonomics. Provided training to team members

ISO COORDINATOR - Volt Management for 3M Corp., Wausau, WI 54401 715-***-**** 10/2007 - 11/2008

Earned ISO 14001 Lead Internal Auditor Certification - Managed the development/implementation of ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, Handled responsibilities of leading the implementation of EHS policies

Maintained clear and complete documentations for reference purpose during environmental operations

Worked with cross-functional groups to maintain monitoring programs and environmental management

Overview and coordinated environmental operations in order to ensure permit renewals and regulatory compliance

Earned OSHA Certification - Reviewed, wrote, and revised EHS policies for OSHA Safety Compliance; Monitored progress of safety and environmental improvement programs

Earned WI DNR Public Water System Operator Certification (Number # 61602) Researched/upgraded drinking water pre-treatment system, Calculated and filed monthly wastewater discharge reports, Compiled 20 years of monitoring well test results, created Excel spreadsheets for future reference

(Active job searching (20-30hr/week) and Earned 2 Certificates from Northcentral Technical College

and participated in volunteer opportunities during gaps in employment.)

WATER QUALITY and CONSERVATION EDUCATOR - AMERICORPS - Central WI Resiliency Project - City of Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-***-**** One Year Federal Grant Position 11/2010 - 10/2011

Developed/wrote water resource information for distribution on city website for MS4 Compliance, researched/wrote and graphic design of brochures for distribution at community action events

Worked with Central WI Storm Water Coalition on public education projects, Increased Community Group involvement with storm water projects for pollution prevention, i.e. storm drain stenciling (4 events), informational displays, construction of rain garden (Size: 700 sq. ft. -City Airport)

SAFETY ASSISTANT - Crystal Finishing Systems, Inc., Schofield, WI 54476 715-***-**** 06/2012 - 09/2012

(Plant: 800,000 sq. ft.) Temporary Three Month Project Position - Member of Company Safety Committee

Completed Job Hazard/Safety Analysis for PPE usage (75), Developed Emergency Evacuation maps (7)

Wrote and Revised LOTO procedures for company equipment (150), updated MSDS database management

VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT - United Way Volunteer Connection, Wausau, WI 54401 715-***-**** 02/2013 - 10/2013

Member of Volunteer Connection Advisory Committee, Received “Office Volunteer of the Year” Award from United Way of Marathon County - Jan. 2014, Performed administrative/secretarial support functions for the United Way Volunteer Connection Director to include database entry, assisted in planning upcoming events, workshops, recruited volunteers for public events

Creation and revision of public announcements/flyers for upcoming events, managed multiple priorities and projects,

SERVICE SPECIALIST - JC Penney Corporation, Wausau, WI 54401 715-***-**** 10/2013 - 05/2014

Assist customers in transactions, Open/close tills (COS), performed monetary and credit transactions per company policy, greet customers and answer questions, handled complaints in a friendly manner enforcing store policy

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/SCALE OPERATOR - TerX Shredding & Recycling Co., Brokaw, WI 54417 05/2014-08/2014

Wrote Policies and procedures for Company employees including Employee Handbook, SDS Safety Binder

Answered phones, assisted customers with their transactions (weighing recycling materials, process transaction with final check payout to customers, handled HR New Employee paperwork, took care of employee weekly checks

VA CLAIMS PROCESSING SPECIALIST - Abr Employment for WPS Insurance Co., Wausau, WI 54401 10/2014 to present

Process/develop Veterans Administration Patient Centered Community Care (VAPCCC) claims for missing information to process in accordance to VA regulations, Analyze claims for eligibility requirements, ensure governmental deadlines are met

Demonstrate ability to effectively analyze, research, and problem solve submitted claims, maintain auditing system integrity

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