RALPH MAREZ JR.

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Eastvale, California 92880 e-mail: adrw9d@r.postjobfree.com

A motivated disciplined professional with a solid background in Management of Industrial Safety regrading OSHA, CAL/OSHA, AQMD, FDA, SWWP, CARB, USDA, FAA, CDPH, CHP and D.O.T Fleet Safety. Risk Management of Multiline Insurance to include Worker Compensation claims management. Also has knowledge of Human Resources requirements for compliance of labor laws for large organizations with multiple locations. Will always exercise exceptional planning and organizational skills for effective interpersonal communication to develop team building and collaboration across departmental functional lines to meet organization goals. Which can foster a management team to reduce and minimizes risk and exposures which will drive down the cost of legal, medical, property and regulatory fines and expenses. Will define with senior management a strategically plan and program to meet the organizational goals and P&L. Will develop relationships with regulatory agencies to manage and fulfill all compliance requirements and reports set forth by federal and state agencies. Will show yearly reduction in Incurred Cost of claims.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

C&W Services HSSE Regional Manager - Amazon Account 5/2019 - Pres

California & Utah

The Corporate HSSE Regional Manager responsible for providing Management Systems and Subject Matter Expertise in support of timely development and implementation of the Company’s HSSE Management System, thereby ensuring the Company’s Facility Services Operations are safe, sustainable, efficient and compliant with OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) regulations.

In consultation with appropriate stakeholder groups, directs the design, development, deployment and monitoring of HSSE management systems, processes and programs.

Ensures deployment of company HSSE systems, processes and programs across the Company’s operations.

Develops, in consultation with relevant Operations stakeholders, plans and strategies to meet Leading and Lagging Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and deliverables.

Directs the implementation, monitoring and review of HSSE management systems through HSE Improvement Plans, audits and inspections, and management systems reviews.

Provides Subject Matter Expertise in support of Operational compliance with federal, state and local regulations and conformance with company requirements and client expectations.

Assesses (and coaches others) on the HSSE risk of existing operations and new business.

Develops, deploys and participates in the company’s incident management program, including incident investigation and prevention (loss control) practices.

Directs HSSE audits/reviews of operating sites/accounts within the Amazon Account.

Monitors and facilitates the reporting of Regional HSSE performance across the organization and supports development and implementation of HSE Improvement Plans.

Directs HSSE education/training efforts across all levels of the company, including senior management/leadership and shop floor supervisory and hourly personnel.

Monitors and reports on relevant changes in HSE regulations and non-governmental codes/standards related to the company’s facility services operations.

Support design and deployment of enterprise-wide, web-based Solutions, e.g., Incident Management, Subcontractor Management, Inspections/Audits, and Education/Training.

Develops and maintains HSE programs to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responds and provides direct assistance to operating sites/personnel in emergencies.

Kittrich Corporation, Pomona, CA., KY., GA. 1/2018 – 5/2019

Safety Manager

Manages the corporate safety for over 1 million square feet of manufacturing and distribution space across the country. Implemented New safety programs for the manufacturing divisions such as Laminating paper products, Soap and personal care products. Instrumental in getting the personal care products Green Seal approved. Provided Safety training to all employees for many safety topics for a diversified workforce from manufacturing to distribution to delivery drivers.

Trained various shipping personnel on Dangerous Goods to meet HAZMAT requirements for the DOT / FAA.

Writes all Safety policies which exceed CAL/OSHA – OSHA standards

Reduce in the 1st year the Incurred Cost by 60% from $800k to $306K

Total claims reduce by 48% from 27 to 14 claims

Medical claims reduce by 73% from 22 to 6 claims

Investigates Safety incident and accidents to determine the root cause

Oversees all regulatory and compliance issues for all locations.

Administers Worker Compensation claims for all locations.

Taylored Services, Chino, Fontana, Ontario & Edison N.J. 1/2015-1/2018 Safety & Security Manager

Manages the corporate Safety & Loss Prevention programs for this 3PL which has enhance and secure the many clients products & materials stored in the various buildings / locations. These programs did reduce shrink in the inventory levels. Along with creating a safe environment for all our employees & visitors at all four Distribution Centers. This included adhering to OSHA, CAL/OSHA, SWWP and other regulatory agencies reequipments. Other aspects include preparing the facilities for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program’s. Developed and wrote the standards to meet and exceed C-TPAT requirements which allowed us to be a C-TPAT facility on behalf of the client for the fulfilment center.

Conduct hands on in-house Safety training to all employees

Investigates all Safety incident and accidents

Reduce claims year after year from 16 claims down to 4 claims

Manages all the regulatory and compliance issues for all locations

Administers and manages all the Worker Compensation claims for the company from open to close by streamlining claims process

Works with the designated Temporary Agencies to ensure a Host Employer and Employer relationship exists with safety as the number one goal.

Investigate shrink and if it merits police involvement case was presented to prosecute with local authorities

Nature’s Best Distribution, Brea, Chino, CA & Flower Mound, TX 3/2012-1/2015 Safety Manager

Responsible for regulatory compliance including but not limited to DOT, OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA CDPH. Direct, implement and execute corporate wide safety/security programs that produce positive results to effectively reduce and control accidents and property loss exposures in the Company. Create processes to reduce work comp claims and manage claims. Develops safety training schedule and creates awareness and incentive programs to support safety initiatives. Covering multiple locations (3) for around 600 employees.

Oversees employee Return-to-Work Program and Workers Compensation file reviews with insurance carrier.

Administer Workers’ Compensation loss control programs and related reporting requirements, including working with the TPA to reduce employee lost time. Plans, enforces and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices to reduce claim exposures.

Over sees DOT Compliance for 140 drivers and Conducted Accident/Incident Investigations/Review – Identify corrective action measures and apply organization wide for preventive management initiatives.

Direct safety orientations for new employees’ safety & training; hazard communication GHS program (SDS inventory). Driver Safety meetings and coaching fleet drivers on CSA scores.

Provides guidance on all Security issues regarding corporate assets. Develop and implement programs in securing employee’s and company property

MBM Foodservice, Ontario, California 7/2010 – 3/2012

Transportation Supervisor

Oversees a staff of 64 which compose of 8 dispatchers, 56 drivers and a fleet of 30 tractors and 65 trailers that provides delivery of food to customers. Maintains fleet DOT requirements. Provides detail reports and investigation for fleet accidents. Introduces solutions to routing & delivery issues for 28 daily routes. Interacts with customers to find cost saving solutions for both the organization and the customer on deliveries. Reduce overtime with new process and redistributing the work flow in the department. Creates opportunities in leveraging resources to reduce departments costs.

(CKE distribution was sold to MBM in July 2010)

CKE Restaurants, Inc. Distribution, (Carl’s Jr.) Ontario & Manteca, California 2/2001 – 7/2010

Distribution Safety & Security Manager

Develops Employee Health and Safety, and Loss Control Programs for the distribution organization. Provided management a comprehensive risk analysis of workers compensations and a back-to-work programs which would created a savings of tens of thousands of dollars which when implemented at multiple distribution centers would create a monetary benefit to the company. Collaborates closely with Operations, Human Resources, Legal departments and Insurance companies and 3rd party administrators (TPA) for claims management & mitigation. By promptly closing work comp cases faster with a significant savings to the shareholders. Along with proven results of reducing injuries and work comp claims every year showing substantial savings of dollars spent on medical care. Facilitated many safety training classes for management and employees providing undated information and requirements for OSHA & CAL/OSHA topics introduce the organization to On line training through 3rd party LMS which save thousands of dollars on productivity due to the flexibility of training times.

Developed a plan for supply chain Bio-terrorism posture to protect the company guest at restaurants which would reduce the cost of dollars spent on litigation. Manages the Safety Department budget & profit and loss. Over saw the implantation of CCTV, badge readers and security policies for the distribution centers.

Develops and recommends company-wide safety behaviors and training programs for complying with laws and regulations regarding safe handling, Right-to-Know, storage and disposal of hazardous and contaminated wastes and chemicals with Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Management Responsibilities.

Works as a liaison between Company and regulatory agencies, and maintains good working relationships with regulatory agency representatives who inspect for compliance regulations.

Responsible for medical management of all injuries by pre selecting medical groups who saved the company thousands of dollars in medical cost.

Oversees Fleet and D.O.T. safety programs and D.O.T. Drug testing. These results have allowed the company to have multiple outstanding (B.I.T) California Highway Patrol Inspections for 2 terminals.

Conducts all environmental inspections for the prevention of environmental accidents.

Manages all associates safety appreciation, recognition and awards programs.

Prevents many accidents by always investigating accidents; identifying causes and hazards; developing preventive measures and practices; conferring with insurance carriers; managing safety committees. This process resulted in a yearly average of a 13% denial in Work Comp and property claims.

Alliant Foodservice, Santa Ana, California 1998-2001

Safety and Compliance Administrator

Reduced workers’ compensation dollars by cost-per-claim between three Distribution Centers with approximately 700 employees. This was a result of a strategic plan for implementation of identifying a case review with early intervention. Collaborated with attorneys, claims adjusters and health care providers to strategize this impact on open and litigated cases.

Responsible for the overseeing compliance of federal, state, and local laws for the Health & Safety and

D.O.T. regulations.

Leads the development of audits to ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems meets all corporate objectives and regulatory requirements so fines would not be issued

Implemented and maintained the Fleet D.O.T. Operations & Safety Policies. These reduce the cost of claims and accidents.

Worked with HR to minimize litigation claims or employee issues located at 3 distribution centers.

City of Palo Verdes Estates Police Officer, California 1995

Police Officer - Patrol parts of city and enforces city and state laws.

U.S. Air Force/Air National Guard, Costa Mesa, California 1980-2000 Retired Manager (NCOIC), in Charge of Security Police (Primary Duty)

Supervise Security Forces for flight line and air fields at various US bases.

Provided TQM and other various leadership training classes to unit personnel which created stronger leaders for the unit and Air National Guard.

Managed Community partnership programs to integrate both civilian and military communities.

Participated in strategic planning for unit deployments worldwide.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts, Management

University of Redlands, Redlands, California.

Bachelor of Science, Business Management University of Phoenix, Fountain Valley, California.

OSHA Standards for General Industry (511&501) Region IX OSHA Training Institute, California State University Dominguez Hills.

National Safety Council, Defensive Driving Course, First Aid-CPR, Blood Born Pathogen Trainer.

National Safety Council, Southern California Chapter.

American Redcross 1st Aid / CPR instructor 2020

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