Manager Safety

Christopher H. Nichols

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Wichita KS. 67235

Cell 316-***-****

E-mail: *******************@*****.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

To provide EHS/Security support and business solutions for the development of safety cultures and to promote the recognition, evaluation and control of hazards that pose a health, safety and/or environmental risk to facility personnel or the community.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Koch Industries, Koch Fertilizer, Corporate Regional Environmental Coordinator, Wichita, KS. (January 2017 – Current) Supporting multiple facilities (Louisiana, Iowa primarily) for Environmental, secondary Safety & Health compliance for all visits to Terminals and Plants.

Responsible for managing all environmental compliance: SWPPP, SPCC, Air Permits, Tier II, Emission Inventories, TRI, NPDES, DMR’s, RCRA, Hazardous Waste, Environmental Training, MOC’s, Chemical Requests and managing assigned Enviance work flows.

Lead three (3) Ammonia Terminal, EHS audits, and one (2) Plant audits.

Lead the development of EHS programs.

Koch Industries, Koch Minerals, Corporate Regional Safety & Health Manager, Wichita, KS. (March 2014 – December 2016) Supported 11 facilities (Reiss Viking, C. Reiss Coal, KCBX, Frac-Chem, Koch Carbon, Koch Minerals) for Safety & Health compliance.

Implemented & sustained Safety & Health programs and cultures to align with business goals and initiatives.

Lead PSM risk management reviews of human interactions and physical risks for a chemical facility.

Provided risk program and audit support to Koch Fertilizer.

Lead 3 facilities to achieve OSHA VPP re-certifications. Two facilities were Cal-OSHA VPP.

Instrumental in setting expectations and communicating business strategies and vision.

Lead facility reviews of the Guiding Principles, MBM methods and Decision Making Framework.

Directed locations in risk management requirements and develop plans for risk review frequencies.

Instrumental in coordinating a month long turnaround & risk review of a flammable/oxidizer processing system to meet OSHA 1910.119, PSM standard, leading to $50,000/month production profits.

Communicated regulation changes and changes in risk requirements to location leaders, Examples: GHS, Silica, RMP, OSHA reporting changes, NFPA 70E 2015 revision changes.

Directed EHS professionals at assigned locations and support professional development of each.

Developed lean and a 5S program at one location to reduce risks, emphasizing the reduction of waste and continual improvement.

Conducted MTSA risk audits at 2 facilities, participated in the development of 4 facility security plans and facility security risk assessments at marine terminals.

Developed programs for Industrial Hygiene, Change Management and Dust Control Systems.

Successfully lead 4 facilities in dramatic culture change to achieve greater than 1 year without recordable injuries.

Assisted KOCH Fertilizer, Enid in the brown field Turnaround.

Bimbo, Bakery Group, Compliance Manager, Wichita, KS. (February 2009 – March 2014)

Union Facility, Manager of Food Safety, Risk Compliance, Environmental, Health, Safety, Security, Sanitation and Receiving.

Implemented, achieved and sustained Safe Quality Foods (SQF) level III certification for the Wichita KS facility, for 4 years.

Successfully lead SQF level III re-certification audits in 3 facilities (Wichita- 97% compliant, Hastings-96% compliant and Sioux Falls SD – 96% compliant).

Managed plant risk compliance and interactions with SQF Certification Body.

Lead verification, and validation risk activities to ensure that all products leaving the facility(s) meet Sara Lee Food Safety and Quality standards.

Lead facilities in setting expectations and methods of communicating business objectives, strategies and vision.

Lead plant management in quality risk reduction and problem solving, Kaizen events and 5S improvements.

Implemented a revised risk orientation and GMP’s for security.

Lead Behavioral Safety efforts through the DuPont STOP program.

Championed LEAN efforts and lead 5s projects in the plant.

Built 12 self-assessment checklists for identifying environmental requirements for Wichita bakery.

Development Environmental Pathogens Sampling and mitigation program per FDA requirements.

Conduct all hygiene sampling for the facility (dust, flour, welding, noise level, vibration).

Lead environmental reporting for facilities in Kansas, Nebraska and South Dakota.

Developed standard work for food safety to assist managers, sanitation and receiving.

Lead AIB 360 audits annually and assigning, managing action follow up.

Directed Construction projects: installation of air intake units, (6) asbestos removal & fuel tank removal.

Instrumental in removing all hazardous wastes from site and removing a (10,000 gal.) diesel fuel tank.

Active member of National Rules and Procedures team and leader of plant Rules and Procedure team.

Implemented in house pest control program to meet AIB criteria.

John Morrell and Company, Safety Director, Sioux Falls South Dakota (May 1, 2008 to January 24, 2009)

Managed safety department for Hog Kill and Processed Meats divisions. Directed two Safety Managers, one for Hog Kill and one for Processed Meats

Implemented chemical handling and storage processes for Safe Quality Foods (SQF) standards.

Lead AIB and SQF audits for both the Hog Kill and Processed Meats divisions.

Lead all Process Safety Management (PSM) for facility (Ammonia for refrigeration) 8 Buildings.

Lead the PSM efforts for containment and harnessing of lagoon off gases (Methane) project. Gas to Boiler. Energy savings greater than $894,000 annually.

Chair of PSM, Ergonomics and Safety Steering Committees.

Responsible for managing all environmental: SWPPP, SPCC, Title V, Tier II, Form R, NPDES, TSCA, RCRA, Hazardous Waste.

Implementing a Behavioral Risk Improvement (BRI) process, MARSH Engineering.

Lead 5 engineering automation projects to insure QA, Safety, ergonomics and bio-security.

Lead program development in the following areas: Ergonomics, Site security policy and plan, site Integrated Contingency Plan (ICP), Facility Response Plan (FRP).

Implemented a root cause analysis program to focus 5 “key point” committees toward the reduction and elimination of causes to injuries.

Implemented divisional auditing processes for managers to identify regulatory non-compliances.

Revised programs: Lockout/Tagout, Hearing Conservation, Confined Space, Management of Change and Arc Flash.

Adams Thermal Systems Inc., EHS Manager, Canton, South Dakota (August 28, 2007 to April 30, 2008).

Managed environmental reporting, overall facility EHS development and safety programs.

Implemented PSM elements for chemical handling and storage processes.

Management of Change (MOC) development and Pre Safety Start up Review (PSSR) checklist and process development.

Managed environmental permits (Waste water, NPDES) and required reporting (Tier II, EPCRA, DMR).

Managed environmental plans: SPCC, RCRA and SWPPP.

Lead program development in the following areas: Ergonomics, Facility Response Plan (FRP), Machine guarding audits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, forklift operations, Bloodborne Pathogens, Injury/Illness reporting process with a return to work policy, Implemented department 15 minute monthly safety talks, Compressed gas storage program and fall protection program.

Implemented and lead a multidisciplinary safety committee for 3 shifts.

Guide site management team in the recognition of hazards and implemented a tracking database to address items found (98 items addressed in 60 days).

Coordinated EHS efforts for (week long) annual plant shut down. During the shut down 22 electrical issues were discovered and addressed.

Attend daily management check in meetings to report the following up dates: injury/illness, training, new employee orientation numbers, and incidents such as, fire, spills and so forth.

Implemented the “5 why” accident investigation method with tracking of action items.

Developed a department specific PPE program.

Instrumental in preparing the facility for the ISO 14001 certification.

Researched the process of implementing a Behavioral Safety Program.

Managed environmental permits (Title V, Surface water discharge, Waste water, NPDES) and required reporting.

Lead program development in the following areas: Ergonomics, Site security policy and plan, site Integrated Contingency Plan (ICP), Facility Response Plan (FRP), RMP programs, Machine guarding, Lockout/Tagout-Tryout (LOTOTO) program and fall protection program.

Audit management inspection program to review plant for overall safety compliance.

Guide site management team in the recognition of hazards and implemented a tracking database to address items found.

Managed injuries and illnesses: attending medical appointments, case management with workers’ compensation, incident investigations (Tap Root method) and file closures.

Coordinated EHS efforts for an annual, week long, plant shut down.

3M, Senior Safety Engineer: Brookings, South Dakota (July 1, 2000 – August 11, 2007)

Duties include Safety, Health and Environmental program reviews, plant safety support, Ergonomic program coordination and auditing/managing the Environmental Management Systems.

Provided technical assistance to office and plant operations to ensure compliance with applicable international imported and exported chemicals.

Instrumental in securing the OSHA, Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), “STAR” status for the facility.

Managed compliance with Federal regulations, TSCA, RCRA, CERCLA, RMP, OSHA, NFPA, FDA, EPCRA and the EPA, as well as, State Hazardous Waste, and/or Company environmental, safety, and health regulations.

Critical team member in achieving the EPA’s, “Environmental Achievement” award.

Lead and manage PSM elements and insure compliance for each element.

Implemented and conducted compliance evaluations of equipment, structures, and work in progress to ensure that regulatory environmental, safety and health standards of the 3M Company and all applicable codes were followed.

Administered both the Management of Change (MOC) and pre-safety start-up reviews and recommended facility specifications to carry out programs that fulfilled 3M’s organizational objectives.

Prepared and reviewed technical reports and procedures manuals. Established and maintained environmental permits, such as, Title V, Startup – Shut down and Malfunction plan (SSM), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Waste Water and Surface Water Discharge Permits. Met applicable regulatory codes and standards, as required.

Directed facility ISO 14001 program and met all standard requirements.

Promoted and developed the facility Behavioral Safety Program.

Lead manager during building expansion of $20MM. 7 floors and new thermal oxidizer (7 chamber)

Spearheaded two Six Sigma projects which resulted in a $50,000 plant wide savings. Plus, was a primary support for seven additional Six Sigma projects with an end result of a $700,000 plant wide savings.

Advanced the use of PowerLift through a multidisciplinary team.

Conducted a committee from 2003-2007 that addressed ergonomic issues which, in turn, led to a 20% reduction of ergonomic related illnesses.

Developed and sustained site EPA Environmental Performance Track Program.

Inspired 60 engineers to establish yield reduction projects. These projects resulted in reduced waste thereby creating a two million dollar savings.

Responsible for investigating and reporting incidents and injuries.

Conducted industrial hygiene sampling for adhesive and solvent materials.

Emergency Squad member for 7 years with an average of 25 calls per year.

Great Dane Trailers Limited Partnership, Safety Supervisor, Wayne, NE (August 1, 1994 - June 30, 2000) Responsible for Environmental, Health, Safety and overall Compliance

Monitored and provided guidance to 17 direct reports. (Team Leaders).

Assisted in implementing a Total Quality Management (TQM) program.

Monitored level of employee exposure, atmospheric conditions, and industrial hygiene.

Investigated accidents/near misses using the Critical Incident techniques and Fault Tree Analysis.

Directed the implementation of an Integrated Contingency Plan.

Lead Construction contractor activities for building expansion, 18,000 sq.ft.

Directed & managed OSHA, EPA, NFPA programs to comply with Federal, State & Local regulations.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health/Industrial Hygiene, Montana Tech of the University of Montana, Butte, Montana., Science and Engineering, May 1994.

Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Western State College, Gunnison, Colorado., May 1990.

CERTIFICATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS

Certified: Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safety Quality Foods (SQF),

April 19, 2013. AIB seminars.

Certified: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals, achieved February 19, 2000. Certification #16233

Certified: Nationally Registered First Responder, Nebraska, December 1998 - Present

Pursuing: Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Security

References:

Current Supervisor: Mike Sackett of Koch Minerals LLC. 316-***-****

1.Wayne Kordonowy 316-***-****) –Husky Energy, Sr. Safety Specialist Compliance Manager, known 23 yrs

2.Dave Buchanan 316-***-****) – Koch Security, Manager Koch Security, known 3 years

3.Michelle Santillan 316-***-****) – Konica Minolta, Project Manager, known 5 years

4.Brian Grunsky 316-***-****) - Georgia Pacific, Operations Manager, known 3 years

5.Rod Ristow 479-***-****) – Triumph Foods, Maintenance Manager, known 6 yrs

6.Sarah Andrews 316-***-****) – Koch Business Solutions, Director of Compliance: Known 3yrs

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