Kevin Caldwell

Omaha, NE. 402-***-**** ad31ec@r.postjobfree.com (2) Kevin Caldwell LinkedIn

Dynamic and results-driven Director of Sustainability and Safety with 20+ years of progressive experience promoting economic workplace safety and advancing sustainability goals. Expert in sustainability best practices for developing pragmatic initiatives. Skilled at auditing and inspection management to drive risk mitigation. Proficient in data analysis to generate actionable insightful reports. Top achiever with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding performance expectations in fast-paced operational settings.

Effective team leader

Partner optimization

Business process change

Root cause analysis

Regulatory compliance

Operations management

SAP ERP systems

Transportation & Logistics

Manufacturing excellence

Professional Accomplishments

Decreased claims from $3.9M to $189K within 12 months by initiating and executing operational steps to minimize loss potential

Supervised a workforce of 535 associates by directing safety initiatives for 18 Illinois sites to facilitate sustainability of operations in hauling locations, transfer stations, and landfills

Coordinated drill site rig logistics, operations, and EHS protocols by utilizing prioritization skills to streamline processes across a network of 65 distinct locations

Achieved reduction in accidents by enforcing OSHA guidelines, recording 18 months without reportable injuries

Collaborated with the FBI in loss investigation, originating preventive measures to prevent future recurrences

Achieved and exceeded corporate loss prevention objectives by motivating a team of 450 associates to strengthen the delivery processes

Experience

TransWood Carriers Inc. Omaha, NE.

Director of EHS&S October 2018 - August 2023

● Led a culture of continuous improvement in EHS&S practices by assessing and providing

performance feedback to site leadership teams to encourage innovation and sustainability

● Trained 1350 employees, contractors, and stakeholders by focusing on EHS&S best practices, enhancing awareness and compliance

● Spearhead incident and investigation efforts for environmental, health, and safety incidents through

root-cause analysis, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions

● Championed continuous improvement by conducting audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and processes to identify opportunities for advancement

● Designed, executed, and managed safety programs and policies by leveraging subject matter expertise

to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices

Consulted and collaborated with and for various manufacturing companies directly including Dow, Dupont, Cyanco, and others on their safety programs, policies and procedures.

Superior Bulk Logistics, Inc. Oak Brook, IL.

Senior RCMS - EHS&S Manager March 2014 – October 2018

●Instituted and led a culture of continuous improvement in EHS&S practices by assessing and providing performance feedback to site leadership teams to encourage innovation and sustainability

●Pioneered and Trained 1568 employees, contractors, and stakeholders by focusing on EHS&S best practices, enhancing awareness and compliance

●Spearhead incident and investigation efforts for environmental, health, and safety incidents through root-cause analysis, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions

●Championed continuous improvement by conducting audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and processes to identify actionable opportunities for advancement

●Designed, executed, and managed safety programs and policies by leveraging subject matter expertise to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices

Advanced Disposal Services Batavia, IL

Senior Regional Safety Manager February 2013 - March 2014

●Identified safety risks and hazards through meticulous assessment to develop strategies for effective mitigation

●Supervised a workforce of 535 associates by directing safety initiatives for 18 Illinois sites to facilitate sustainability of operations in hauling locations, transfer stations, and landfills

●Managed the collection, analysis, and reporting of safety performance data, utilizing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive safety improvements

●Maintained compliance with safety activities and practices by leveraging exemplary leadership to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards

FMC Technologies Justin, TX

Regional Operations – EHS&S Manager February 2010 - January 2013

●Built productive relationships with local communities by addressing environmental, health, and safety concerns promptly to promote responsible business practices for XX oil drilling companies

●Designed and executed environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures to guide internal and external operations

●Coordinated drill site rig logistics, operations, and EHS protocols by utilizing prioritization skills to streamline processes across a network of 65 distinct locations

●Achieved reduction in accidents by enforcing OSHA guidelines, recording 18 months without reportable injuries

Loomis/Wells Fargo Dallas, TX

North Texas Operations/HSE - Loss Prevention Manager January 2008 - February 2010

●Decreased claims from $3.9M to $189K within 12 months by initiating and executing operational steps to minimize loss potential

●Created a secure and safe work environment by designing new digital wireless camera systems to safeguard 6 vault locations

●Collaborated with the FBI in loss investigation, originating preventive measures to prevent future recurrences

●Achieved and exceeded corporate loss prevention objectives by motivating a team of 450 associates to strengthen the delivery processes

Averitt Express Cookeville, TN

Regional Operations/Safety & HR Manager February 1998 – January 2008

Promoted from Operations management to Regional Safety HR manager in first year.

Helped develop the Region from 8 terminals to 24 terminals during tenure.

Exceeded corporate initiatives & goals in hiring and safety expectations for 24 locations across a 5-state area with over 1500 associates.

Recruited from company to new career opportunity with Loomis/Wells Fargo.

Coors / Golden Co. North Texas Distribution March 1988 – February 1998

District Sales Manager

Started off as a sales apprentice, helping with delivering products to customers in North Texas.

Promoted to territory Sales/Delivery professional for the HEB/Hurst, Euless, Bedford, TX.

Promoted a second time to District sales manager managing a team of sales and merchandising specialists.

Recruited by Averitt Express to help in the development and growth of a new company to the market.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor in Oilfield Operations PTEX - 2012 University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

OSHA Certification, NSC

CDL Driver’s License, TX.

Advanced Accident Investigation/Reconstruction, 2015 Northwestern University, Chicago

Core Competencies

Industry experience

oTransportation

oOil and gas

oDistribution

oLogistics

oBanking security

Operational management/systems experience - 20 years

Environment/Legal experience - 20 years

Audit/analyitcs experience - 20 years

oRisk analysis - 20 years

oSafety audits - 20 years

HR/Team leadership experience

oTeam leadership - 20 years

oEmployee training - 20 years

ERP systems and tools

oSAP

oOther

RCMS (Responsible Care Management Systems) – 20 years

Root cause analysis - 20+ years

Regulatory Compliance - 20+ years

Operations management - 20+ years

Internal audits - 20+ years

Public speaking - 20+ years

RMF - 20+ years

Hours-Of-Service - 20+ years

Safe work practices - 20+ years

EPA - 20+ years

FMCSA - 20+ years

Risk Management - 20+ years

Department of Transportation - 20+ years

GFSI - 10+ years

Public health - 20+ years

Budgeting - 20+ years

OSHA - 20+ years

Program Development - 10+ years

Interviewing - 20+ years

Project Management - 20+ years

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