Training Six Sigma

P AMELA S CHRECKENDGUST

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Objective: To work for an environmental organization and contribute to the responsible use of our

national resources by applying the knowledge and skills I have gained in the environmental field

throughout my career.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successfully negotiated multiple permit modifications with regulatory agencies through attention

to detail, knowledge of applicable regulations and requirements, and ability to coordinate and

work well with management and other staff elements.

Knowledgeable in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process

Experienced in Performance Measurement.

Qualified as a Registered Environmental Manager through the NREP. This required passing a

400 question examination in all areas of the environmental field including hazardous waste.

Completed a Master’s Degree in Biotechnology Studies 2005

Developed product plan for an existing biotech company used to launch analytical instruments

into the market place that utilized leading edge technology, including performing scientific

research behind the technology and applications for this instrument, and conducting focused

market research.

Organized and presented product plan to senior management leading to further product

development.

Used comprehensive knowledge of bioinformatics in utilizing public database resources for

biological sequence, structure and function information, and to analyze nucleotide and protein

sequences.

Six Sigma certified. Experienced in Performance Measurement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE, Richland, WA 6/2010 to 7/2012

Department Of Energy, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Environmental Engineer

Completed certification as a Hazardous Waste Designator per Washington Administrative Code

(WAC) 173-303-330.

Performed hazardous waste designations to determine the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

classification of waste submitted for disposal, recycling, redistribution, sewer, or pre-designation

according to the Environmental Protection Agency and the Washington State Dangerous Waste

Regulations.

Completed certification as an Advanced Hazardous Waste Shipper and used this knowledge to certify

hazardous waste shipments were in full compliance with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and

the WAC. This includes applying the proper shipping name, hazard class and division, hazard

warning labels, packaging and markings per Department of Transportation (DOT).

Provided oversight for the compliant storage and disposal of all asbestos and beryllium contaminated

material at the site and for recyclable material sent to the Centralized Consolidation/Recycling Center

Management Plan (CCRC).

Procedure owner for the Designation and Review of Waste Requests, Hazardous Waste Treatment

Unit Chemical Air Report Review and the Hazardous Materials Transportation Officer On-the Job

Training Qualification Checklist.

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Professional Experience (continued) Page 2

BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE, Stockton, Utah 1999-2010

Environmental Permitting Specialist (Promoted to Battelle Lead in the Environmental Group at TOCDF,

2001)

• Participated in the review of documents prepared for several NEPA projects. One project

involved the installation of three additional Pass Filtration Systems (PFS). This proposal was

both federally funded and located on federal land, therefore the NEPA process was required.

An Environmental Assessment and a Draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) were

submitted for review to the Department of the Army Chemical Materials Agency, we

received a Final FONSI.

Successfully managed the RCRA Training Plan for over 1000 employees at the Tooele Chemical

Disposal System (TOCDF). Developed and submitted all RCRA Permit Modifications necessary to

address changes to personnel or training requirements to the Division of Solid and Hazardous Waste.

Ensured the submittal of these changes was within the regulatory timeframe to prevent a non-

compliance. Worked closely with staff for the main contractor and two sub-contractors to ensure the

accuracy of all records and training requirements.

Conducted a Lean Six Sigma Project to evaluate the on-site communication of time sensitive

information related to the training of new personnel, department transfers, development of new

positions and the training paths associated with these positions. This project focused on eliminating

potential compliance issues related to maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records by using the

Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control framework as guide for process improvement

project.

Primary administrator for the RCRA Contingency Plan. Conducted a complete review and re-write to

remove redundant information and ensure completeness. This resulted in a reduction of 30 to 40

pages. Periodic reviews were conducted to address changes to emergency equipment lists, emergency

coordinator names or information and physical or operational changes to the facility.

Reviewed Engineering Change Proposals and other technical data to prepare environmental permit

applications, modifications, reports and other required documents for submission to state and/or

federal agencies.

Utilize professional understanding of ISO 14001, RCRA, MACT, Title V, NEPA and other federal/

state regulations associated with the incineration of chemical munitions and related hazardous waste.

Review all vendor-related Statements of Work to ensure agreement with all regulatory requirements.

Performed Cost Account Manager (CAM) duties for Environmental Department. Reviewed

actual costs and calculated earned value to budget for the department, coordinated training,

updated the scope of work for the Environmental Department during the yearly renewal

period.

Completed Acquisition training through Defense Acquisition University (DAU). This

course provided an overview of the DOD systems acquisition process, the basics of system

acquisition management and the life cycle of a Defense system from inception to disposal. I

gained knowledge about all phases of the acquisition including, concept exploration,

contracting, development, production, fielding and deployment.

Maintain professional working relationship with key clients and all state/federal regulatory agencies.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, Adelphi, MD

Master of Science in Biotechnology Studies, 2005

Developed product plan for an existing biotech company used to launch analytical instruments into

the market place that utilized leading edge technology, including performing scientific research

behind the technology and applications for this instrument, and conducting focused market research.

Organized and presented product plan to senior management leading to further product development.

Used comprehensive knowledge of bioinformatics in utilizing public database resources for biological

sequence, structure and function information, and to analyze nucleotide and protein sequences.

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, Salt Lake City, UT

Bachelor of Science in Geography, with an Emphasis in GPS and GIS, 1998

UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY, Logan, UT

Range Science, Soils and Physical Geography Studies, 1991 - 1994

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Résumé (continued) Page 3

Additional Training and Certifications include:

Advanced Hazardous Waste Shipper Certification, 2011

McCoy’s RCRA Refresher, 2011

Certified Radiological Worker II, 2010

Certified Dangerous Waste Designator, 2010

Advanced Waste Management Training, 2010

Basic Radioactive Materials Transportation Training – Modules 1, 2 and 3, 2010

Criticality Safety for Fissionable Material Handlers, 2010

Acquisition Course 101 (Fundamentals of System Acquisition Management) and 201, 2010

Basics of Section 106 Compliance for NEPA (effects on historical or archaeological sites), 2009

Endangered Species Act 101, 2009

Wetlands Regulation: An Introduction to Wetland Delineation & Sec. 404 of the CWA, 2009

Introduction to NEPA, 2009

EVMS Training, 2009

Contract Administrator’s Representative (CAR) Training, 2008

Six Sigma Training and Certification, 2008

ISO 14001 Training, 2007

Managing the NEPA Process Training, 2006

Primavera Scheduling Training, 2004

RCRA Fundamentals, Critical Generator Issues & Advanced RCRA Topics I, 2000 and 2003

Introduction to Air Quality Regulations, 2003

NSR/PSD Compliance Workshop, 2003

P&ID Reading Training, 2002

Hazardous Materials Management Certification, Oklahoma State University, 2001

Certified Permitting Technician / Specialist, 2000 and 2003

Field Chemist Skills Training, 1998

LDR Notification/Certification Guide, 1998

12-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher, 2000 through 2009

8-Hour HAZAWOPER Refresher, 2010

DOT HM-126F, HM-181, HM-215A – 2001

CPR and First Aid, 1995, 1997, 2000 through 2009

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