Kenneth R. Wolfe, ASP, CHMM, CEAS
Fishers, IN 46037
***********@*****.***
Overview
A highly experienced Compliance Executive who has demonstrated the ability to lead teams of professionals to new levels of success in a variety of service & manufacturing markets and fast-paced environments. Strong technical and business qualifications with a successful track record of 20+ years of hands-on experience in strategic planning, business unit development, EHS management and implementation strategies. Proven ability to analyze an organization's critical business & regulatory requirements, identify deficiencies and potential opportunities of improvement and develop innovative & cost-effective solutions for improving safety & compliance.
Education
Master of Science, Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Major: Homeland Security & Public Health Preparedness (In Progress)
Master of Arts, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 1996
Major: Environmental Management
Minor: Teaching Conservation Science
Bachelor of Science, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 1994
Major: Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Option
Minor: Chemistry
Employment History
Safety Manager, Corporate Training Center, Holland, Indianapolis, IN
2014 – Present
Manager of training center and its staff
Develop curriculum for safety training; coach and train staff in material presentation
Facilitate training of new employees as well a periodic refresher training for all employees
This position reports directly to the Corporate Safety Director
Environmental Engineer, Allison Transmission, Indianapolis, IN
2013 – 2014
Managed vendor services, chemical waste and all projects for environmental impact
Liaison with regulatory agencies for environmental compliance
This position reported directly to the Manger of Environmental Engineering
Senior Safety Consultant, East Coast Risk Management, Lebanon, IN
2011 - 2013
Provides safety & health consultative services to clients in Indiana & Kentucky
Services include written programs, audits, training and education
This position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer
Adjunct Faculty, National College, Indianapolis, IN
2010 – 2011
Instructor of Environmental Science and General Education courses
Vice President, Compliance/Supply Chain, Heritage Environmental Services, Indianapolis, IN 2009 - 2010
Execution of all aspects of global compliance and supply chain management critical for corporate operation. This included strategic planning and corporate initiatives to exceed global compliant requirements
Global Supply Chain directives included establishing & maintaining Master Service Agreements for all suppliers conducting business with and through Allegiant Global
Accountable for legal aspects of contracts, regulatory reporting and management oversight of all related programs
Lowered the corporation EMR to below 1.0 within 4 years of company startup
Maintained a corporate OSHA Recordable Rate of below 2.0
This position reported directly to the Chief Executive Officer
Director of Compliance & EHS Services, Heritage Environmental Services, Indianapolis, IN 2007 – 2009
Developed and directed all aspects of environmental, health and safety programs, including company policies, training and implementation for all aspects of the company
Provided regulatory consulting to customer EHS management and acted as liaison between customers and regulatory agencies
This position reported directly to the President
Director of Program Management, Heritage Environmental Services, Indianapolis, IN 2005 - 2007
Directed the strategic management and operational oversight of the company's Global Program Management order to provide streamlined operations, reduced operating costs, and greater profitability
Interfaced with vendor partners and customers to develop and maintain organizational strategies, operational efficiencies, and proposals for continuous improvement (ISO, Kaizen, Six Sigma, TPM)
This position reported directly to the President
Senior Program Manager, Heritage Environmental Services, Indianapolis, IN 2001 - 2005
Responsible for starting and managing several customer onsite programs for total waste management resulting in 30+% net margins and the creation of several permanent employee positions for the company
Developed and maintained vendor relationships to manage ongoing projects
Successfully developed the management plan for the first Zero Landfill Automotive Manufacturer in the US (2004)
This position reported directly to the Vice President, Operations
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist, Department of Environmental Health & Safety, Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN 1997 - 2001
Developed and managed environmental & hazardous waste programs for the university, it’s affiliated hospital and contracted hospitals in the Indianapolis area
Provided training and supervision for technicians and university staff
Helped create an in-house lab-pack program designed for cost-improvement and efficiency
Member participation with the Marion County Hazardous Materials Task Force
This position reported directly to the Environmental Manager
Certifications
Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals, Champagne, IL, May 2009
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Institute of Hazardous Materials Management, Rockville, MD, December 2000
Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist (CEAS), Back School of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, May 2006
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), OSHA-40 Hr., Incident Command Level, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, May 1995
OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer, U.S. Department of Labor, March 2008
OSHA 501 Outreach Trainer, U.S. Department of Labor, August 2008
Certified OSHA-HAZWOPER Instructor, Environmental Mgmt. Institute, March 2007
Professional Memberships
Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals
American Society of Safety Engineers
National Fire Protection Association
American Industrial Hygiene Association
National Safety Council