Thomas W. Schauf, MS, CSMP
**** ********** *** 513-***-**** (Cell)
Maineville,OH 45039 ac700q@r.postjobfree.com
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A certified Safety and Regulatory Compliance professional that understands the requirements of both safety and production. A strategic thinker and problem solver that can develop concise strategy that delivers transformative results. Proven abilities to positively affect corporate growth through team development and safety awareness. A hands-on, job site and shop floor safety leader that believes strongly in collaborative and proactive leadership. Comfortable in both union and non-union environments and experienced in all facets of safety leadership from the shop floor to the board room.
EXPERIENCE
Corporate Safety Director; LSI, Inc. Interior, exterior lighting and graphics manufacture 2015 to present
Multi state, multi-site manufacture and assembly operations
A multi-faceted position including corporate strategic responsibilities and local tactical responsibilities
Reduced OSHA recordable incidents by 50% in year one
Manage multi-state workers compensation
Collaborate on LEAN initiatives to improve safety, productivity and efficiency
Safety Manager; A&A Safety - Multi-site traffic control and road construction safety company 2007 to 2015
Developed and implemented policies and procedures, relative to safety and transportation regulations including those promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Development of safety training programs, and provision of safety training
Solely responsible for regulatory compliance, relative to the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations, OSHA and EPA, including hazardous materials transportation and hazardous waste disposal.
Demonstrated problem solving and strategy implementation skills.
Strong working knowledge of the regulations relevant to workman’s compensation, OSHA general industry and OSHA construction.
Responsible for accident investigation and hazard mitigation.
Earned a Master of Science degree (Safety, Security and Emergency Management) while working full time.
Service Manager; ProLift Industrial - Toyota Forklift Sales and Service Division 2006 to 2007
Managed the daily operations of the service department.
Implemented new dispatching procedures making the service department more efficient and more profitable.
Safety Instructor and DOT Administrator; Rumpke Transportation – Refuse Collection and Hauling 2005 to 2006
Provide OSHA and DOT instruction as well as development of additional safety training products and materials.
Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, as they pertained to drivers of commercial motor vehicles.
Director of Safety and Regulatory Compliance; ChemStation – Manufacture of Custom Chemicals 1997 to 2005
Strategically oversaw all safety and regulatory compliance for multi-state, multi-location chemical manufacturing and blending organization.
Promoted from Operations Manager to Director of Safety and Regulatory Compliance as a result of demonstrated concern for safety and regulatory compliance
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Master of Science in Safety, Security and Emergency Management; Eastern Kentucky University
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Safety; Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts; Wittenberg University, Springfield, OH.
Certified Safety Management Practitioner; Institute for Safety and Health Management (13378)
OSHA 501 General Industry Outreach Trainer
LSO (Laser Safety Officer)
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS
United States Marine Corps; Commissioned Officer
Vice President, Warren County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)