Safety Store Manager

Alix Hernandez, GSP

Pipestone, MN ***** *.*.*********.**@*****.*** 785-***-**** linkedin.com/in/alix-hernandez-27301036/

Safety Management

Results-oriented and resourceful professional with hands-on experience in workplace safety management. Demonstrated success planning, coordinating, and integrating safety, environmental compliance, and emergency preparedness programs across the organization. Instrumental in leading safety programs, training staff members, creating operational frameworks, and ensuring compliance with set standards. Able to bridge the gap between safety and health management. Articulate and refined communicator; foster strong relationships with management, staff, and peers. Proven expertise in:

Team Leadership & Coaching

Operational Planning & Analysis

Training & Development

Safety Management

Inspection & Compliance Testing

Risk Mitigation & Control

Workplace Ergonomics

Documentation & Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Monogram Foods – Chandler, Minnesota

EHS Manager, Oct 2019 – Present

Controls day-to-day environmental, health and safety operations. Works with stakeholders to create initiatives to drive safety metrics and build upon Monogram’s EHS foundation. Maintain and report out on safety KPIs, training, DOT, incident/injury reports, standards, work comp, audits/inspection and program records. Monitor and report out on wastewater compliance, conduct SWPPP and SPCC inspections. File SWPPP permit and file pertinent environmental documentation with local government. Track waste/recycle streams and cost. Key member of Covid-19 task force for plant Monogram EHS and Corporate team. Coach and train individuals to think safer by providing many different forms of education and means/locations for data sharing. Work with other members of management in-house and at an executive level to examine, plan for and determine continuous improvement for performance levels of safety metrics.

Key Contributions:

Maintained a TRIR below 2

Maintained an Injury Severity Outcome Rate of <2

Worked with local doctors to establish an occupational health relationship to mitigate unnecessary recordable injuries when resources are scarce.

Revamped the LOTO program by implementing a new tracking material, training processes, exception program, contractor compliance, lock issuance procedure, the integration of shop locks, lock boxes and ultimate locks.

Created company Ergo program and played a key role in revamping several other programs.

Created protocols to combat Covid-19 including but not limited to Chlorine Dioxide fogging, temperature taking SOPs, preparedness plan creation, social distance protocols, shield and mask wearing protocols and liaised with our HR manager to conduct on-site testing for new hires.

Sioux Chief Manufacturing Inc. – Kansas City, Missouri

Safety Coordinator, Nov 2018 to Oct 2019

Foster a safe work environment by defining policies and procedures for LOTO, fall arrest rescue, machine guarding, emergency medical bag, and laser safety program. Create and steer training programs related to heavy machinery, tools usage, first aid, and safety management, enhancing performance at individual and group levels. Promote safety culture by conducting safety walks, driving new programs/initiatives, coordinating emergency procedures, and carrying out audits. Enforce end-to-end controls for compliance with set safety standards and policies. Communicate progress reports with management for the decision-making process.

Key Contributions:

Liaised with leadership team at all levels to accomplish defined safety goals.

Improved employees' comfort and well-being by creating an ergonomics program (policy development, office/floor ergo assessments, training for leadership/employees, stretches/rechargers, visual).

Changed the safety culture with more reporting and reduced severity, improving overall insurance rating.

Successfully minimized an action item list from 100+ to below 30.

Currently developing and implementing a drug testing, return to work, blood borne pathogen policy, and clean up procedures.

BTE – Kansas City, Missouri

Site Coordinator, Mar 2018 to Nov 2018

Supervised day-to-day operations, created work schedules, steered staffing resources, and managed inventory for seamless work activities at the center. Drove customer programs, policies, and procedures service excellence. Aligned site activities with occupational, biohazard, clinical, and other regulations. Administered budgets with a focus on reducing additional expenses. Established and sustained strong work relationships with key stakeholders. Identified and resolved escalated, internal issues for continuous working. Oversaw all aspects of return to work services, environment scanning, and employee reviews.

Key Contributions:

Completed plant audiometric testing (700+ people) in less than four months with limited resources.

Led audiometric testing as well as an inventory/flu shots following closure of Harley Davidson factory.

Called out on numerous occasions for critical, emergency management services.

Recognized as trusted go to for all BTE sites and all aspects of the business.

Worked closely with the Safety Department to conduct incident investigations for work related injuries.

Conducted physical demand/hazard analysis to determine which jobs were most difficult and utilized them to help create return to work plans, ergonomic assessments, and accommodation analysis.

Prior to closing, worked on reestablishing internship and college lecture relationships.

BTE – Kansas City, Missouri

Fitness Center Director, Aug 2017 to Mar 2018

Delivered robust support by carrying out all assigned tasks in line with Harley-Davidson Program scope. Drove member engagement, including orientation, fitness assessment, and coaching sessions. Developed individualized and group fitness programs in compliance with other sites. Evaluated work conditions and fitness metrics, maintained membership/program database, supervised exercise area, and targeted health improvement programming. Led work of fitness trainers, provided quality customer service, ensured safety at the center, and administered inventory. Liaised with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Contributions:

Enabled Harley to achieve best completion rate (<30% to over 60%) through conditioning program.

Increased frequency/membership totals from 1-2 times/week to 3xs, enhancing 9% membership growth.

Implemented training programs and fostered a self-improvement atmosphere.

BTE – Kansas City, Missouri

Industrial/Clinical Kinesiologist, Jan 2017 to Aug 2017

Created proposals for new programs and submitted for approval. Utilized Primus equipment and software for job simulations, work conditioning, testing, transfers, and recovery exercise as well as conducted pre-employment offer tests using POETS. Steered ergonomic assessment as well as job accommodation and physical demand analysis. Delivered progress reports to top management for informed decision making. Supported employees in early intervention program, determining best course of action for staff.

Key Contributions:

Introduced a grip strength testing and workout protocol to improve grip health, executing the protocol concurrently with surge people on those who passed grip strength on POET test by only 10% or less; protocols were sent to a university for further studies to determine if hand strength and bilateral symmetry could be a predictor for future injury.

Helped company saved money on possible work comp claims by timely catching falsified documents.

Tailored Injury Prevention Solutions – Topeka, Kansas City

Injury Prevention Specialist, Mar 2014 to Apr 2016

Devised injury prevention protocols for employees of various industries, providing coaching sessions and corrective/therapeutic exercises for employees with soft tissue injuries. Drafted SOAP notes and injury reports as well as updated/maintained time and accounting records for future reference. Enhanced multi-skilled team competencies via training programs. Reduced risk and injury of employee through assessment of work space ergonomics and employees’ body mechanics.

Key Contributions:

Received creativity award of 2015 for introducing numerous initiatives.

Transformed personal image from fixed to travel and service contracts all over the country.

Additional experience as GWA at The Home Depot, as Health & Performance Marketing Director at Rebound Physical Therapy, as Wellness/Health Intern at Health Care Access, as Store Manager at Pac Sunwear.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Occupational Health & Safety Management - Columbia Southern University - 2018

Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology - Washburn University - 2013

Certifications: MSHA 24 hour (2015-2017), BCSP GSP, OSHA 30 hour, First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified, University of Minnesota Erosion and Stormwater Management Certification

Professional Associations: NSCA Member, National Society of Leadership and Success, American Society of Safety Professionals

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