Engineer Manager
Resume:
VINCENT D. LAQUIDARA, P.E.
Nevada, MO 64772
Email: ********@*********.***
An experienced and well educated environmental, health and safety (EHS)
professional with hands-on experience at the corporate, division, and plant
levels of highly respected corporations. Continually has accepted new
challenges and has grown within his positions and his profession.
Demonstrated the ability to design and implement creative solutions,
systems and programs that protect and sustain vital assets while minimizing
risk. Professional ethics, integrity, honesty and a strong work ethic are
just a few of the uncompromising values exhibited by this individual.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
3M Company, Inc., Nevada, MO 2007 to
Present
Environmental, Health, Safety and Security General Supervisor
Manage a department comprised of environmental engineers, safety engineers,
industrial hygienists, an administrative programmer, an emergency response
coordinator and security officers
. Perform activities that focus on promoting a knowledgeable and
sustainable plant culture with emphasis on environment and safety
compliance, continuous EHS & Security improvement, community
involvement, cost avoidance and cost reduction
. Provide direct supervision to EHS and Security staffs through
leadership, coaching, training and development, allocating work
assignments, review of progress in achieving objectives, managing
employee compensation, performance appraisals, diversity, disability
and all other relevant activities associated with these employees
. Lead the Plant EHS Management Team, EHS Steering Committee, Safety
Awareness Committee and the Plant Emergency Response Team (55
participants)
. Lead or participant on Lean Six Sigma projects that have significant
cost avoidance and cost saving implications
. ISO 14001 certified internal auditor
. Primary Plant contact with corporate, regulatory agencies, and the
community as it pertains to EHS related matters
Barton Brands LTD., Owensboro, KY 1996 to 2007
Director of Environmental Health and Safety
Responsible for administering every aspect of EHS at the 7 operating
locations for the Spirits Division of Constellation Brands while reporting
to the Sr. VP of Operations with dotted line responsibility to the Sr. VP
of the Legal Department
. Designed and implemented an EHS management system across this Division,
which was based on ISO, OSHA VPP and Best Management Practices
. Requested responsibility for administering the Division safety program
when it was determined the Division required additional technical and
regulatory expertise in that area
. Obtained a Masters Degree in health & safety through distance learning
while fulfilling work responsibilities
. EHS lead for acquisitions that more than doubled the size of this
Division
. Implemented a system of EHS goals, objectives and metrics across the
Division, which fostered continuous EHS performance through measured
accountability
. Developed a creative solution to egress concerns in barrel warehouses
that resulted in a $3 million cost avoidance
. Evaluated and designed a system to reduce the cost associated with
wastewater and storm water discharges
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. Through the use of emission calculations and modified production
scheduling; increased production and eliminated the need for new tanks
and permits, thus avoiding a $2 million capital expenditure
. Designated the Technical Representative for this Corporation on the
Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
NORAMCO, Inc. (A Johnson & Johnson Company) Athens, GA
1988 to 1996
Environmental Manager
First environmental engineer employed at this location with the
responsibility to develop a comprehensive environmental program to support
the growth of two Johnson and Johnson Companies; NORAMCO, which is a bulk
pharmaceutical manufacturing company, and McNeil Specialty, which was
developing Splenda , a brand of artificial sweetener.
. Accepted responsibility for administering site safety, during a nine-
month period, while a replacement Manager was recruited
. Managed the site solid waste rotary kiln incinerator as a profit
center, while continuing to perform environmental responsibilities.
This business served all Johnson and Johnson Companies as an internal
waste destruction facility
. Managed the implementation of the OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM)
standard and the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know (EPCRA)
regulations
. The EHS member of the management team responsible for bringing Splenda
to the marketplace
. Active participant in risk management planning, emergency response plan
development and the use of mathematical models used to predict the
impact of potential air releases
Mead Corporation, Dayton, OH 1985 to 1988
Senior Environmental Consultant
A member of the Corporate Environmental Staff, with responsibility for
overseeing and assisting all operating locations with environmental
compliance activities, particularly as they related to solid and hazardous
waste and underground tank management.
. Was recognized and rewarded with a special situation financial bonus
for the success of implementing an underground storage tank program
across the Corporation in response to new regulatory requirements
. Was designated the Corporate solid and hazardous waste expert and
represented Mead on the American Paper Institute waste sub-committee
. Managed a stream wasteload allocation project for a "green field" mill
. Oversaw the design and installation of a new solid waste landfill
. The EHS lead on the divestiture of several facilities
Merck & Co., Inc., Albany GA 1984 to 1985
Plant Environmental Engineer
The first environmental engineer employed at this bulk pharmaceutical
manufacturing facility with the responsibility of establishing a site-wide
environmental program.
. Managed a comprehensive groundwater monitoring and remediation project
. Advised on the operation of an activated sludge wastewater treatment
facility
. Operated the wastewater treatment plant, during a three-month labor
strike
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Olin Corporation, Charleston, TN 1982 to 1984
Group Environmental Affairs Specialist
Worked as a member of the Chemical Group staff with responsibility for
overseeing and assisting facility personnel with all environmental concerns
and activities. Facilities located in Niagara Falls, NY, Augusta, GA, and
Brandenburg, KY were the focal points of attention.
. Designated the group hazardous waste expert and the "go to person" on
all issues related to interpretation and application of the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
. Wrote three RCRA Part B applications for treatment, storage, and
disposal locations, one of which was the second application accepted by
New York State
State of Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD), Atlanta, GA
1975 to 1982
Program Manager/Engineer
A hands-on field/office position, focused on state of the art environmental
technical activities that included: sampling, measuring, modeling, use of
radioactive tracers, analysis and operational control of stream and
wastewater systems.
. Performed wasteload allocation studies and developed mathematical
models for various streams located throughout the State
. Managed a unit, composed of 4 engineers and 10 technicians, who
performed compliance inspections and provided technical assistance to
municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants across Georgia
. Awarded a competitive stipend to attend graduate school for one year on
full salary
EDUCATION
. Masters of Occupational Health and Safety (MPH), Tulane University,
2001
. Masters of Environmental Engineering, Clemson University, 1980
. Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology,
1975
. OSHA authorized trainer for 30 hour General Industry
EXPERTISE
Regulatory expertise includes: CAA, MACT, LDAR, CERCLA, CWA, DOT, EPCRA,
HAZCOM, HAZMAT, NPDES, PSM, OSHA, RCRA, Title V and UST
Technical expertise includes: OSHS general industry standards, emission
calculations, groundwater monitoring, incident investigation, incinerator
operation, landfill design, mathematical modeling, remediation, stream
sanitation, wastewater treatment, ISO 14001, Six Sigma, and Lean
Manufacturing
ASSOCIATIONS
. Registered Professional Engineer (Georgia)
. American Society of Safety Engineers
. National Association of Environmental Managers
. Air and Waste Management Association
. Pittsburg State University - Adjunct Instructor Environmental,
Health & Safety
. Crowder College - Adjunct Instructor Algebra
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Demonstrated Competencies, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
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Competencies, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities p. Co. p.
Establish, Perform & Maintain Audit Programs
Monitor, Evaluate & Interpret Regulations & Legislation
Develop & Perform Training Complete and
Submit EHS Reports Internal EHS Expert
Collaborate and Partner with Legal, Line Management, Other
Company Departments, Support Organizations & Other EHS Professionals
Serve as Primary EHS Contact
Lead, Coach, Direct & Develop Staff Identify need
& Develop Policies, Procedures, Programs & Systems
Prepare/Review EHS Documents & Permits Develop &
Publish EHS Status Reports Participate in Reviews
of Changes that have EHS implications EHS
Participant on Acquisitions & Divestitures Promote
Stewardship & Sustainability Negotiate with
Regulatory Agencies Represent Company at Public
Forums Manage Projects
Develop, Maintain, Audit & Improve EHS Management Systems
Establish, Improve & Maintain EHS Metrics
Maintain Technical Expertise Establish & Maintain
Incident Investigation Process and Action Items Database
Team Participant and Advisor on non related EHS activities
Community Involvement Work with
individuals from different countries while respecting their varied cultures
and perspectives Understand diversity and use it as
a competitive advantage Visually demonstrate
responsibility, ethics, integrity, honesty, strong work ethic, fairness,
flexibility, innovation & respect for individuals
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