ARLEN BUSSIE JR.

*** * **** ** ***** Sioux City, NE. 68776 acpavn@r.postjobfree.com

515-***-****

Safety Manager

Combining a combination of critical thinking, dedication and teamwork to

motivate and get the job done. A positive attitude and communication

skills positively contributes to the bottom line by assuring cooperation

and quality output. Flexibility assured smooth transitions through three

buy outs.

"I believe the good safety record we hold here in Clinton is not only

related to the employees but to Arlen's persistence in creating a safe work

environment." . . . Larry Foster, Plant Manager

CORE COMPETENCIES

. Leadership Team

. Safety Trainer / Supervisor

. Six Sigma Green Belt

. Best Practices

. Lean Manufacturing

. Value Stream Mapping

. OSHA

. Policy / Procedure Writing

. Workers' Compensation Claims

. Customer Service

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Power Point

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT

Nelson Engineering Construction

Site Safety Person

May 2014 - Present

Site Safety Person for C F Industries Port Neal expansion project.

Erecting Steel for a Urea Fertilizer Warehouse. Prepare proper site

specific paper work to begin construction such as; MSDS, JSA's, and Hazard

Analysis. Create Inspection Sheets for site equipment, Rigging,

Scaffolding, Man Baskets, Fall Protection, PPE and Cranes. Ensure safe

working conditions for workers on site and that site safety policies and

procedures are followed. Report and investigate all incidents, near

misses, and injuries to prevent repeated occurrences. Lead JSA meetings

and train employees on equipment and other safety and health programs as

needed. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of the workplace

and correct issues found in a timely manner. Observe employees and correct

or retrain them if unsafe acts or conditions are present.

Compass Compliance

Associate

Jan. 2013 - May 2014

Help Clients with Compliance issues. Give assistance, advice, and help for

OSHA, DOT, Dept. of Ag. EPA, and DNR compliance issues. Develop programs

such as: Lockout Tagout, Confined Spaces, Bloodborne Pathogens, Ergonomics,

Site Inspections, Record Keeping, Tier II, SPCC, Site Security, Hazcom,

Contractor Safety and more.

UFPT Clinton, IA.

Safety Associate

Oct. 2012 - Jan. 2013

Developed/Created a Lockout Tagout Program consisting of LOTO Inventory,

and LOTO Procedures for each piece of equipment. This was a Temp position

and lasted until completion.

BLAIN'S FARM & FLEET, Clinton, IA.

Feb. 2011- Sep. 2012

Automotive Dept.

Customer Service work orders for repair shop, insure products are stocked,

handle warranties and customers returns, communicate with shop mechanics to

insure Customer satisfaction

Blain's Farm & Fleet

Warehouse Dept. Head

Load and unload Semi trailers and sort loads for store departments,

organize warehouse and handle customer load outs, work with other store

Dept. heads to insure store items are fully stocked, and insure Customer

satisfaction.

CROSSROADS LOGISTICS, Clinton, IA, September 2010 - Jan 2011

Safety and Training Manager

Developed Site Safety Manual and training for all employees. Bloodborne

Pathogens, MSDS, Hazard Communication, Fall Protection, Confined Space,

Lockout Tagout, Fire Prevention, Hearing Conservation, Emergency Action

Plans, PPE, and other site specific policies, and procedures. Site

Assessments were done weekly as well. This was a Temp position and lasted

until completion.

EVERGREEN PACKAGING, Clinton, IA, Oct.1984 - Aug. 2010

Safety and Training Supervisor Apr.2000 - Aug. 2010

. Started as a General Laborer in manufacturing receiving several

promotions to final position as Safety and Training Supervisor.

. Decreased workers' compensation claim costs for 3 consecutive years

resulting in a savings of over $2M. Decreased recordable employee

injuries from 12 to 0 in three years.

. Successfully negotiated 4 contracts between the union and management.

. Assisted in developing and drafting language for new or changing policies

and procedures.

. Maintained records and documentation of all environmental, health, safety

and job training.

. Led monthly safety meeting with all departments and gave safety tours

and audits with safety team members.

. Coordinated safety, health and training programs for 150 employee

manufacturer emphasizing plant safety culture, risk assessment and

control.

. Set up OSHA, Personal Protective Equipment and other training as needed.

. Performed all powered industrial truck training. Coordinated operator

skills training and on-the-job training.

. Trained all supervisors and lead persons in CPR, First Aid, AED and blood

borne pathogens.

. Worked on P-3 and OSHA VPP status. Ensured plant was OSHA compliant and

all plant policies and documentation supported it.

. Managed all worker compensation cases and processed over 200 safety

reporting forms per year.

. Assisted with all accident / incident investigations helping to identify

root causes and ensure action plans were completed in a timely manner.

. Assisted with vision setting and goal alignment of corporate objectives

that focus on safety, service, quality and customer service as member of

plant leadership team.

. Coordinated all new hire interviewing, testing and orientations working

closely with Human Resources.

. Supported corporate goals including environmental, safety and health

auditing. Took over environmental duties in 2008.

. Managed weekly manning of shifts and vacations.

. Coordinated celebrations, lunches and safety incentive programs.

General Laborer / Janitor Oct. 1984 - Apr. 2000

. Worked in sealing department performing production and shipping duties.

. Moved among all departments covering for absenteeism, vacations and

overtime.

. Mentored new hires to assure compliance with policies, procedures, safety

and best practices.

. Performed maintenance duties, bailed waste, utilized fork lift and

electric reach truck.

. Trained employees on powered industrial trucks

EDUCATION

CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL, Clinton, IA, Graduate

TRAINING COURSES

Leadership Training . . . Non-commissioned Officer Training . . . Interest

Based Problem Solving

Lean Manufacturing . . . A-3 Training . . . Board of Directors Training

CPR . . . First Aid . . . Blood Borne Pathogens . . . First Responder

Certification

Fire Extinguisher Certification . . . AED . . . Red Cross Train the

Trainer

Train the Trainer Industrial Truck Training School . . . Nowlin New Hire

Process

Green Belt Six Sigma Training

OSHA 501 Train the Trainer, University of Georgia

Train the Trainer, Clinton Community College

OSHA 10 Hour Construction

Construction Rigging and Signaling

TRAINER

Industrial Truck Training

Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Defibulator

OSHA 10 & 30 hour

New Hire

MILITARY

UNITED STATE MARINE CORP, Corporal, Honorable Discharge

Good Conduct Medal

REFERENCES

DOUG PATRICK

EHS Manager

712-***-****

Nelson Engineering Construction

RICK RICKER EHS Manager

770-***-****

Evergreen Packaging

DONALD & LESLIE GRAY Engineer

563-***-****

Union Pacific Railroad

ALAN BRADLEY Construction Manager

321-***-**** Knight

Industrial

DALE JOHNSON Construction

Manager

563-***-**** C F Industries

LARRY FOSTER

Plant Manager

563-***-****

Evergreen Packaging

CHANCE STEELE

Site Safety

316-***-****

C F Industries

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