Monica L. Bourn
Cleveland, Ohio 44120
E-Mail: *******@*********.***
Home: 216-***-**** Cell: 216-***-****
Employment History:
Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist, Area Temps - Momentive
Performance Materials, Willoughby, OH, May 2010 to December, 2010
Facility Engineer, Chrysler, LLC, Twinsburg Stamping Plant, Twinsburg,
Ohio, May 1999 to March 2009
Environmental
. Ensured plant level Environmental programs, policies, procedures and
systems were developed, implemented and sustained to ensure compliance
with local, state, federal, and corporate regulatory requirements.
. Ensured facility training plan supported strategic business initiatives.
. Prepared and submitted all required environmental permit
applications/renewals and routine agency reports, e.g., Ohio EPA, CERCLA,
SARA, RCRA. Prepared, reviewed, and submitted plant environmental
permits and ensured terms and conditions were understood and complied
with; ensured required documentation was maintained and required
regulatory reports were submitted to the respective agencies, e.g. air
discharge, storm water discharge, local POTW, and NPDES permits.
. Responsible for monitoring and controlling air and water emissions,
submittal of documentation to meet reporting requirements to various
corporate, local, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for
identifying, monitoring, controlling, and documenting all hazardous and
non-hazardous waste streams; scheduling of hazardous waste shipments,
completion of manifests and development of waste minimization program.
. Represented facility, acted as a liaison with local, state, and federal
agencies. Served as the plant emergency incident commander.
. Managed all plant waste disposal activity to ensure compliance with
applicable regulations; including hazard and risk assessment and
radiation safety. Developed and implemented both preventative and
abatement strategies.
. Developed/maintained plant emergency response plans and ensured drills
were performed to document plan effectiveness.
. Responsible for the coordination of emergencies concerning the release of
hazardous materials, fire, explosion, natural disaster or any other
emergency requiring response or coordination with outside agencies.
. Identified requirements and provided all Environmental training for
facility, including salary and hourly personnel. Ensured required
employee environmental training was completed on-time and documented.
. Managed MSDS system and new chemical procurement process review for
suitability.
. Kept abreast of regulatory programs and communicated impacts to
management. Evaluated proposed projects and proposed new chemicals and
ensured plans are in-place and implemented to address EHS compliance
issues. Supported and/or directed the plant's ISO 14001/2000 EMS.
. Developed and implemented plant programs, policies and procedures to
conform and mandates, strategies and schedules to elevate and sustain
world class programs e.g., EHS Directives.
. Investigated environmental incidents/accidents to determine root causes
and prepares and implemented corrective action plans.
Safety & Health
. Initiated and developed policies and procedures to ensure that safety and
health measures were implemented and maintained.
. Interpreted risk management related information and assisted departments
in applying that information in reducing liabilities
. Reviewed and analyzed all non-reportable vehicle accidents, near
accidents, first report of injuries and supervisor's accident
investigation reports; determined corrective actions that will reduce
high frequency accidents.
. Responsible for the implementation of training programs related to
safety/health issues to include OSHA, DOT regulations and document
retention of employee safety training, policies, definitions, development
and procedures for implementation.
. Ensured operations were inspected semi-annually to identify and minimize
safety/ health risk exposures; worked with department representatives to
plan, develop and implement safety and loss prevention programs.
. Conducted worksite inspections and employee training to ensure proper
work practices are being followed; advised department heads and employees
regarding proper practices and participated in the implementation of
programs.
. Coordinated with insurance representatives related to renewal of general
building liability insurance policies; maintained insurance files,
conferred with the liability insurance representatives to update the risk
management program.
. Checked on the use of all types of personal protective equipment,
evaluated their effectiveness and suggested improvements where needed.
Involved in employee's physicals, safety incentive programs, drug testing
programs, hearing conservation, defensive driving classes, annual driver
license checks, and CPR/First Aid training.
. Prepared and distributed committee minutes, various accident/injury
analysis reports and summaries, and safety/health related articles and
bulletins.
Air Pollution Engineer, City of Cleveland, Air Pollution Department,
Cleveland, Ohio, September 1996 to May 1999
. Provided air permitting and compliance support for Ohio EPA, Cuyahoga
County
. Provided/performed NSR permitting for projects by participating in
project reviews and project teams
. Developed, submitted and managed air quality authorization applications
(permits, permits by rule, standard permits
. Ensured approved authorizations were incorporated into site
processes/procedures and updated Title V permit, tasking sheets and unit
summaries as required
. Responsible for identifying and implementing effective compliance
programs using system tools and monitoring compliance
. Provided assistance in demonstrating compliance with applicable rules.
Update summaries, unit tasking sheets and permits
. Completed required compliance reporting as required.
. Coordinated agency and internal audits on air quality regulations.
Tracked and managed resulting action items
. Provided regulatory and policy guidance to environmental staff, project
teams and others as required
. Worked with local and corporate Environmental Staff on environmental
issues, regulatory interpretations and advocacy efforts.
. Managed special projects as requested.
. Supported assigned production team as an environmental representative.
. Participated in the Environmental on-call duty system - carried a pager
on a rotating schedule.
Fingerprint Examiner, City of Cleveland, Public Safety Department,
Cleveland, Ohio, July 1994 to September 1996
. Under general supervision, examined, analyzed and identified latent
prints in support of police investigations, to prepare as an expert for
testimony in court.
. Compared known finger, palm, and foot prints with latent print
impressions to determine identity for use in police investigations.
. Followed established procedures for maintaining chain of custody.
. Maintained reference files of latent prints of value in outstanding
cases.
. Collected and developed latent prints using a variety of chemical and
photographic methods in a laboratory setting or in the field.
. Developed, implemented, and conducted quality assurance and quality
control programs.
. Reviewed, monitored and evaluated unit practices to ensure compliance
with established standards, policies and procedures.
. Peer reviewed casework performed by other examiners.
. Trained less experienced latent print examiners in fingerprint
examinations and other related duties.
. Assisted other forensic personnel in the collection and development of
patent print examination and analysis.
. Trained fingerprint technicians or less skilled latent print examiners in
latent print examination and analysis.
. Obtained prints from deceased persons. Classified fingerprint cards.
Searched manual and automated fingerprint files.
Computer Software:
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Lotus Notes, Windows (all versions),
GenSuite
Skills:
Able to pay meticulous attention to detail and work with complete accuracy
Analytical and problem solving skills
Experience in a busy working environment
Excellent managerial and fiscal skills
Supervisory skills to effectively recruit, train, evaluate, and motivate
staff and build an effective service-oriented environment.
Self-motivated and ability to work under own initiative and as a team
member
Experience in using a range of office based computer systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - written and verbal
Experience in report writing and presentation skills
Excellent organization and prioritization skills with the ability to work
with deadlines and under pressure
Training and Certifications:
DOT Certified, EPA Refrigerant Compliance, Management, Hazardous/Toxic
Waste Management, Hazwoper/Incident Commander Training, ISO 14000 Lead
Auditor, RCRA Hazardous Waste, Waste Management, OSHA Certified, First Aid
and CPR Certification
Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Central State
University, Wilberforce, OH, 1992
Masters of Business Administration, Concentration in E-Business, University
of Phoenix, Independence, OH, 2002