Eric Johnson CHARLOTTE N.C acun3z@r.postjobfree.com 704-***-****

Authorized OHSA outreach trainer for OSHA 10 and 30 Classes / Safety management / Safety Trainer /Emergency response trained / PPE Subject matter expert / Hazard assessment / Certified CPR First Aid Instructor

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS AND ACHIEMENTS

• Associate Safety and Health Manager (ASHM) Certification from Institute of Safety and Health Management (ISHM)

• Developed hazardous material handling protocols to be used company wide

• Experienced General OSHA Trainer and Personal Protective Equipment Specialist

• Provided monthly OSHA/NFPA/ DOT Training

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills as well as excellent listening and probing abilities. Demonstrated performance/experience training and coaching employees at all levels.

• Customer service leader, certified trainer, senior compliance advisor to facility management team

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EHS-Specialist

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals - December 2015- present

Develop and administer the plant EHS program

Coordinate all outside agency inspections and monitor and file all required permits and documents related to the EHS function.

schedule, conduct and record planned and unplanned safety inspection of operations, laboratory, and maintenance activities conducted within the plant to ensure the protection of the environment, and the health and safety of all employees, visitors, drivers, contractors and persons working in the facility.

Keep manufacturing and laboratory staff and management team of notified of environmental protection, health and safety issues in the facility.

Independently identify, prevent and solve EHS deficiencies and coordinates the resolution of technical problems related to environmental protection, health and safety practices.

Identify, communicate and cooperate or guide internal and third party environmental protection, health and safety services providers and provide guidance and support during the conduct of maintenance and services by outside contractors.

Facilitate purchaing of all safety and facility equipment as acting puchasing mananger.

HR/Safety Coordinator

Consolidated Metco - Nov 2014 to 2015

Safety / Health / HR Responsibilities

Maintained a strong presence on the plant floor, monitoring safety compliance and educating employees on the importance of safety.

Maintains/revises and strengthens current safety program; maintains all related documentation

Completes required monthly safety inspections and objective reporting for OSHA / DOT requirements

Coordinates monthly safety meetings; Quarterly Management presentations and documentation.

Completes mandatory annual safety training, provides all forklift training as needed

Completes Accident Investigations & Corrective Actions; works with workers compensation coordinator.

Maintains Workplace Violence Program; maintains Crisis Management Plan

Monitors/insures compliance with Regulatory Agency requirements; monitors websites for safety and health Changes

Administer Workers’ Compensation program/OSHA reporting: oversee claim activity and coordinate with the

claims adjuster on any issues

Develops training materials, conduct training and coordinate with plant and outside training services for hourly

and salary employees pertaining to employee development, safety, etc.

Established and implemented improvement projects to address employee retention, training & development,

Safety Manager, Valley Proteins June 2013- November 2014

•Primary Incident investigator, including the capability to drive corrective actions that implement the hierarchy of controls

•Lead significant safety related investigations involving company transportation department

•Conducted inspections on local fleet of 45 trucks for Gastonia facility

•Oversees S&H program areas as a Subject Matter Expert including providing advice and response to facility inquiries

•Assists other facilities with developing and implementing S&H programs, policies, and communications as necessary

•Developing and conducting safety and health training in support of Safety Leadership and Safety Certification efforts

•Conducted on-site safety and health compliance audits including vehicle inspections

•Conducted monthly ride alongs to ensure compliance with both company and DOT safety standards

•Held monthly training on all safety related items including smith driving systems for the transportation department

•Conducted monthly audits on driver logs to ensure DOT compliance

•Implemented active disciplinary action plans for drivers that were found in violation of DOT and company rules

Independent Safety Management Consultant 2011-2013

• Assisted with SOP development, key contact points, and strategic planning for new business segment development

• Advise on proper equipment acquisitions, equipment deployment, and maintenance

• Advise on 3rd party certification needs and staff development

Municipal Emergency Services, Cleaning and care center 2008 - 2011

NFPA 1851 Safety Manager / Trainer / operations and administration manager

• Opened new office, hired and trained staff, recruited clients, developed business model and managed budget

• Taught NFPA 1851 classes to over 500 firefighters across the southeast United States

• Created 3rd party, certified, cleaning and care facility with full cleaning and repair responsibility for all brands of turnout gear

• Trained new staff on NFPA 1851 and trained seamstresses to repair firefighter bunker gear

• Trained auxiliary staff on cleaning and Quality inspection procedures

• Authored Cleaning and Care Standard Operating Procedures, including hazardous material handling guidelines

• Responsible for NFPA 1851 facility certification and annual re-certification requirements

Solutions Safety Services, Virginia 2003 – 2008 General Manager of NFPA 1851 Administrator / Safety Trainer

Maintained and responsible for over $400,000 of inventory for the Fire and Rescue Department

Implemented health and safety procedures for over 4000 fire fighters Personal Protective Equipment

Provided additional logistical support for 43 fire stations in the Washington D.C. area

NFPA 1851 / 1971 Trainer

Developed Hazardous Material handling protocols company wide

EDUCATION

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL

Bachelors of Science, Occupational Safety and Health 2013

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL

Associate of Applied Science, Fire Science 2011

CERTIFICATIONS

OSHA 501 for General industry (Authorized OSHA 10 and 30 Instructor)

OSHA 40 hour HAZWOPER certificate

Associate Safety and Health Manager (ASHM) Certification 2014 (currently seeking next level certification ASP, CSHM.)

Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) Certification 2014

United States Navy, Pacific Theater 1994 - 2003

Firefighter / Damage Controlman / Addictions counselor/ Emergency response team leader

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