Safety, Health and Environmental Manager

MICHAEL A. RAY, CSP

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Louisville, Kentucky 40291

Cell 502-***-****

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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

Masters of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) University of Louisville 1987

Bachelor of Applied Science (Chemical Engineering) University of Louisville 1985

Certified Safety Professional (CSP - Engineering Aspects) 1992

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt 2003

EMPLOYMENT:

Amazon.com – Safety Manager Fulfillment Center (CVG1, CVG2 & SDF2) (12/09 – 9/11)

Managed Occupational Safety and Health programs in a fast paced ever changing environment.

- Lowered OSHA recordable frequency rate from 5.6 to 2.2

- Promoted Associate engagement in safety programs

- Developed New Fulfillment Center Startup Plan

- Developed Universal Waste Program

- Developed Standard Work for Safety Coordinators

- Oversaw construction safety during two major expansions

- Team that Developed Electronic Change Approval process

- Member of a Kaizen team that Developed Company Machine Guarding Standards

- Conducted analysis of injury trends

- Developed and implemented corrective actions based on analysis

- Conducted Safety Roundtable events with associates

- Conducted incident investigations identifying “Root Causes”

- Managed Safety Coordinators, Safety Specialist and EMTs.

- Prepared professional development plans for direct reports

- Conducted Ergonomic assessments of workstations and jobs

- Lead 5S program

- Attended Kaizen Leader Training then lead two Kaizen events

o Redesigned receive prep work process and workstations

o Developed Minute Safety Demonstrations for daily Stand-up Meetings

- Modified Customer returns process reducing associate risk due to manual material handling

- Conducted safety audits of other Amazon facilities.

- Excellent computer and problem solving skills

DuPont SOY POLYMERS - Safety, Health and Environmental Manager (4/03 – 11/09)

Senior Safety, Health & Environmental Engineer (10/98 to 4/03)

Manage site Occupational Safety, Health, Environmental, Process Safety Management (PSM) and Security programs. Facility manufactured soy protein isolate.

- Achieved two years without an injury

- Developed and implemented site SHE programs

- Team leader to develop Global Machine Guarding Best Practices

- Developed and conducted training

- Maintained compliance documentation

- Conducted incident investigations identifying “Root Causes”

- Lead Process Hazard Analysis studies

- Lead Pre-Startup Safety Reviews

- Developed Emergency Plans

- Conducted and lead audits at other facilities

- Managed asbestos abatement program

- Established and tracked performance metrics and leading indicators

- Established injury classifications

- Conducted Gap Analysis & Needs Assessments

- Lead the site Safety Health and Environmental Leadership Team

- Lead Safety Committee

- Company representative for Local Emergency Planning Committee

Site Environmental Management:

- Completed and submitted required documentation (MSD, Air Board, TIER II, Form R)

- Submitted request for new Air Emission Permits

- Oversaw soil remediation project

- Lead groundwater contamination analysis study

Green Belt Projects accomplishments:

- Identified and quantified finished product waste streams

- Reduced annual Waste Disposal cost by $25m

- Improved annual productivity by $160m

- Reduced site solid waste by more than 30%

Project Management, Capital Projects:

- Managed program

- Developed and tracked monthly site spending forecasts

- Developed and managed numerous capital projects up to $500m

- Developed scope, cost estimate and funding request

- Managed project implementation

- Developed engineering files upon completion

- All projects completed under budget

- SAP knowledgeable

- Lead Safety Project Management Team; annual budget of $ 250m.

Project Management, Due Diligence Projects:

- Managed $2 million capital due diligence program

- Eliminated potential environmental and safety risks

- Completed DD projects 50% under budget

- Two year cost avoidance of over $1.4 million

Contractor Safety Management:

- Developed program, training and conducted performance audits

- Achieved milestone of 40 months without a contractor injury

- No contractor injuries occurred while completing projects

Polysoy Production Manager (one year). Oversaw daily operation of production line.

Other:

- Team member that rewrote the DuPont Corporate Confined Space Entry Standard

- Presented seminar at the 2001 KY Governors Safety and Health Conference

- Conducted ergonomic assessments

- Developed web based Operating Procedures

- Participated in the Jefferson County EPA Risk Management Plan rollout

- DuPont Extra Mile Awards and Sustainable Growth Excellence Award

- President of the Local Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)

Direct reports - Security contractor, Plant nurse, co-op, contract project engineer and draftsman. Positions were eliminated due to cost savings.

BORDEN NORTH AMERICAN RESINS - Group Safety Engineer (1/95 to 9/98)

Regional Safety Engineer (2/94 to 1/95)

Site Safety Engineer (7/88 to 2/94)

Managed site Safety, Health and Process Safety Management Programs.

Facility manufactured formaldehyde and phenol-formaldehyde resins.

- Safety oversight for 6 to15 of the 32 locations including two Canadian facilities

- Provided guidance with OSHA compliance at responsible sites

- Coached site Safety Managers

- Assisted sites in the development of Emergency Response Plans and Manuals

- Conducted facility audits

- Presented training

Program Management:

- Developed Company Safety Manual

- Developed, implemented and trained site personnel

- Reduced site recordable accident frequency rate from 6.0 to 2.0 within four years

- Reduced annual property insurance premium by $45m as a result of projects

- Developed and conducted “Performance-Based” training

- Developed and maintained site emergency plan and spill response program

- Developed compliance audit checklist and conducted audits

- Issued audit reports listing deficiencies, recommendations and action plans

- Tracked progress on completion of recommendations

- Developed EPA Risk Management Program compliance action plan

- Worked with all levels of associates

- Lead “Root Cause” accident and incident investigations

- Conducted Job Task analysis

- Qualified 9001 ISO Auditor

- Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Rubbertown Mutual Aid Association

HAZMAT Spill Response:

- Developed and implemented site program

- Developed and conducted refresher training

- Designed spill response trailer

- Maintained equipment

- Member of Borden Emergency Response Team

Process Safety Management:

- Developed and implemented program

- Developed Process Technology binders

- Developed Training binders

- Lead Process Safety Hazard reviews

- Developed recommendations, prioritized and tracked closure

- Conducted Operating Procedure training

- Developed employee training matrix

Project Management:

- Identified safety and loss prevention related projects

- Developed capital projects and submitted funding request

- Managed projects upon approval

NAVAL ORDNANCE STATION LOUISVILLE, Safety Engineer (8/86 to 7/88)

Responsible for the review and approval of engineering plans and designs for changes to equipment and operations.

Identified the need for and developed unique safety standards or instructions. Provided consultative services on safety standards and principles.

Conducted incident investigations and work place audits.

NAVAL WEAPONS SUPPORT CENTER CRANE, Project Engineer (9/85 to 8/86)

Directed technicians and coordinated assigned projects.

Team was responsible for conducting service life testing of ICBM missile batteries. Acted as technical advisor to project technicians, engineers, and prime contractor.

Coordinated and analyzed test data; developed comprehensive reports detailing results and product serviceability. Presented results to other groups.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Professional Certifications, Qualifications and Patents:

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Engineering Aspects (1992)

Six Sigma Certified Green Belt (2003)

DuPont PHA Leader training (2004)

Qualified DuPont Second Party PSM Lead Auditor (2002)

Engineer in Training (1985)

CPR, First Aid, AED and Bloodborne pathogens Trainer (2000)

HAZMAT Technician (former)

HAZMAT Incident Commander (former)

ISO 9001 internal auditor

Proficient with Microsoft Office software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and FrontPage.

U.S. Patent # 4,975,981 (1990), Slip on Face Shield.

Awards and Recognition:

Make Your Mark – Recognition Award – SOLAE, LLC 2006

American Society of Safety Engineers Engineering Service Award 2005

DuPont Extra Mile Awards – 2001 PSM Audit Results

– Operating Procedures as a web site.

DuPont 2001 Sustainable Growth Excellence Award – Ergonomics Implementation

Letter of Recognition: Jefferson County Commissioner Mr. Darryl Owens (1993) for acting as Chairman of the Rubbertowm Mutual Aid Association (RMAA)

Professional Memberships

American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) – Professional Member

Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) - former member.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - former member.

Community Service Activities:

President of local American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Louisville chapter (2004)

Vice President of local ASSE Louisville Chapter (2003)

Delegate for the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Louisville chapter (2005).

Board Member local ASSE chapter (2000 – 2005).

Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Rubbertown Mutual Aid Association (1991-1993).

Webmaster for RMAA (1988-2000).

Webmaster for ASSE local chapter (2000-2006).

Former Cub Scout Den and Patrol leader.

Involved in Church volunteer activities.

Parish Council Member.

Repair Affair volunteer.

Habitat for Humanity volunteer.

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