VP, of Health and Safety
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RODERICK MCNEIL
**** ******** ***** ***** *******, GA 30350 770-***-**** **********@*****.***
LEADERSHIP SUMMARY
HIGHLY SKILLED HEALTH AND SAFETY AND OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL with a career history of more than 30 years of increasing responsibility and experience in developing and implementing safety programs in the construction industry. Proven track record in reducing workplace incidents by 40% through risk assessments, employee training, and compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations. Skilled in incident investigation, safety audits, and fostering a culture of safety. Well-versed in the Environmental Consulting and Construction business including Federal, Commercial, and State/Local Government projects and contracts. Expert in OSHA, DOT, ISO 45001, and risk mitigation. Adept at driving sustainability, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and aligning EHS objectives with corporate goals. Effective corporate liaison for large, high-risk projects requiring additional management, financial oversight and compliance. Seeking to leverage expertise as Vice President of EHS to enhance organizational safety and environmental stewardship. OTHER KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDES:
§ Safety Leadership & Strategy
§ EHS Compliance & Audits
§ Risk Assessment & Mitigation
§ Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
§ Cross-functional Team Leadership
§ Safety Training & Engagement
§ Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT)
§ Crisis Management & Business Continuity
§ Behavioral Safety Program
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JAXS SOLUTIONS, LLC, Norcross, GA, 2018 – Present
An environmental and management consulting firm.
Vice President of Environment, Health & Safety
§ Spearhead EHS strategy for more than $300M in utility infrastructure projects across the Southeast US.
§ Reduced OSHA recordable incident rate by 35% through implementation of behavior-based safety programs and advanced risk assessment protocols.
§ Lead compliance with EPA, OSHA, and ISO 14001 standards, achieving 100% audit pass rate across all sites for 7 consecutive years.
§ Managed a $2M EHS budget, optimizing resource allocation to enhance training and technology adoption.
§ Collaborated with C-suite executives to integrate EHS metrics into corporate performance dash- boards, improving transparency.
§ Led crisis management during a major chemical spill, mitigating environmental impact and avoiding regulatory penalties.
§ Supervise a team of 15 EHS professionals.
LINEAR EARTH LLC., Norcross, GA, 2008 - 2018
A water and wastewater infrastructure company.
Director of Environment, Health & Safety
§ Implemented a digital incident reporting system, decreasing response time to safety incidents by 50%.
§ Developed and implemented comprehensive safety programs, reducing workplace injuries by 35% and achieving zero OSHA violations during annual inspections.
§ Conducted regular risk assessments and safety audits, identifying and mitigating hazards in high-risk areas, including confined spaces and heavy machinery operations.
§ Trained over 300 employees, including client staff, annually on safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, PPE usage, and emergency response procedures.
§ Led incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
§ Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
§ Ensured all EH&S tasking was properly scoped, staffed, and executed. PEPSICO, INC., Purchase, NY, 2005 – 2008
A global food and beverage company with a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes 22 brands and generates more than $ 75 billion in estimated annual retail sales. Senior, Environment, Health & Safety Manager
§ Managed EHS compliance for a 1,000-employee facility, reducing workplace injuries by 25% through proactive hazard identification.
§ Authored facility-wide EHS policies, aligning with OSHA, EPA, and state regulations that was adopted by the regional facilities.
§ Conducted regular audits, achieving a 98% compliance rate in external inspections.
§ Championed a waste reduction initiative that saved $500,000 annually. RODERICK MCNEIL Page 2
KRAFT FOODS GROUP, INC., Atlanta, GA, 2001 – 2005
A global food and beverage powerhouse that represents over $29 billion in revenue and is the 3rd largest food and beverage company in North America and 5th largest in the world.
Senior Manager, Operations
Provided marketing research leadership, coordination and integration for all the established and development activities on assigned brands.
§ Prepared monthly forecasts and analyzed data
§ Provided backlog reporting and analysis in support of monthly forecasts
§ Made recommendations for improvements and identified risks associated with forecast
§ Maintained compliance with Company Operating Practices and externally mandated accounting and reporting requirements
§ Provided guidance and support to project managers and administrators related to accounting and financial procedures
§ Managed the activities of the newly restructured East CSL Division financial staff COORS BREWING CO., INC., Golden, CO, 1991 – 2001
One of the largest global beverage companies in the United States. Safety Coordinator
§ Developed and enforced safety policies in compliance with OSHA and state regulations, reducing workplace incidents by 30%.
§ Conducted regular safety audits and inspections, identifying and correcting hazards in production and warehouse areas.
§ Designed and delivered safety training programs for 200+ employees, covering topics such as PPE usage, forklift safety, and emergency procedures.
§ Led incident investigations, prepared detailed reports and implemented corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
§ Managed hazardous material storage and disposal, ensuring compliance with EPA and OSHA standards. EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TECHNOLOGIES Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Jackson State University, Jackson MS Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
American Society of Safety Engineers, CHST, CSP-Candidate
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