JAMES W. OSBORNE PO Box 7264 Paducah, KY 42002 (803) 761-2076 wesosborne@rocketmail.com EHS Manager SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS HANDS ON PROFESSIONAL with extensive experience managing all aspects of environmental, safety, and health (ESH) in a manufacturing / construction setting including hazard identification and mitigation, injury prevention, first responder team leadership, and safety training. Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines and interface effectively with personnel, high level managers, and customers. Former US Marine whose passion is to motivate others to take responsibility for their personal health and safety. KEY QUALIFICATIONS Safety & Environmental Oversight Workers Compensation Hazard Analysis Training & Development Human Resources Report Preparation Verbal & Written Communication Accident Investigation Tracking Leadership Environmental Compliance WORK EXPERIENCE Alstom Grid, Inc. (2014 Present) EHS Manager / Consultant Provides leadership for the development and implementation of a robust Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) program. Encourages and motivates all levels employees to actively participate in the program. Champions a safe and environmentally compliant workplace by identifying and anticipating safety concerns and hazards; developing and implementing systems, policies, and procedures; conducting studies, accident investigations, and training; and providing the information and tools to plant personnel to understand and meet EHS requirements. Provides oversight of ISO 14001 program Develops and conducts effective EHS training Assists personnel in understanding and following environmental, safety and health policies by conducting inspections; completing incident reports; reporting statistics; scheduling and assisting in incident related medical evaluations and treatment (such as employee physicals, hearing conservation and substance abuse programs). Provides oversight of activities regarding environmental compliance such as permits, reports, and regulatory agency communication and visits. Ensures all analytical data, records, inspections, and other reporting requirements of Federal and State or other applicable permits are met. Provides leadership and guidance to the emergency response team.
Page 2 US Battery, Inc. (2013 2014) Health and Safety Director Directed the health and safety (H&S) program at two plant locations. Championed, developed, and implemented a new health and safety training program, managed workers compensation program, responsible for purchasing PPE and supplies, and maintaining the H&S budget. Directed the medical surveillance program and the security of both plants. Provided supervision and leadership for staff through coaching and counseling and by developing annual goals and performance measurements. Drove ongoing compliance efforts, improvement plans and continuous improvement strategies. Provided counsel to operations management and hourly employees regarding safety policy interpretation, application of plant safety rules, safety discipline etc. Coordinated development and documentation of corrective actions including new/revised policies and procedures. Led the investigation process for all recordable, near-miss and property damage accidents & incidents; determine root causes, and recommend changes in procedures, practices, and methods to prevent recurrence. Ensure all documentation is complete and thorough. Coordinated and facilitate safety and health training Responsible for development and updates of Safety and Health standards. Facilitated the plant safety committee. Managed worker s compensation program. Conducted Industrial Hygiene exposure assessments, conducted sampling, and communicated monitoring results. Managed the hearing conservation program. Managed employee medical program ( physical, blood lead testing ) Responsible for all safety compliance with Federal, State and Local Regulatory agencies. Prayon, Inc. (2012 2013) ESH Coordinator/Chemical Manufacturing Championed a safe and healthy workplace by identifying and anticipating safety concerns and hazards; developed and enforced systems, policies and procedures; conducted studies, investigations and training; maintained compliance with environmental regulations and Right-to-Operate requirements. Served as the lead for the First Responder Team and plant security. Guided and promoted safe work performance by supporting and advocating behavioral based safety efforts and VPP program. Prepared regulatory reports, worked with multiple departments to prepare and conduct investigations, handled numerous regulatory inspections, prepared responses to questions or findings, and worked on projects to address future regulatory needs. Assisted personnel in understanding and following environmental, safety and health policies by conducting inspections; completing incident reports; reporting statistics; scheduling and assisting in incident related medical evaluations and treatment (such as employee physicals, hearing conservation and substance abuse programs); Ensured environmental compliance such as preparing permit applications, environmental reports, and other deliverables. Provided guidance during spill clean-up activities and site remediation. Developed cost effective individual ESH training that was beneficial to all employees at their work locations.
Page 3 MAU (2011-2012) Aiken, SC Engine Assembler/Temporary Position Worked as a temporary employee in a manufacturing plant close to family while seeking permanent employment (previous job was out of state). JTH Engineering (2007 2011) Kingsport, TN Director of Health, Safety, and Environmental Directed the ESH program to ensure it was compliant, resourced, and that the implementation of the program included hazard analysis and control, PPE, training, and site support. Provided extensive handson field support at various job sites during maintenance and construction projects to identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and or property damage. Coordinated with customers at various field locations to ensure facility safety requirements were identified and that site workers were appropriately trained to perform the assigned work in a safe and compliant manner. Provided technical advice and guidance to management and office/field personnel related to safety, injury prevention, industrial hygiene, substance abuse prevention, and environmental protection. Tracked key safety metrics and provided updates to senior management on trends and opportunities for continuous improvement of safety performance and environmental regulatory compliance. Assisted in reducing the safety incidents by enacting task specific hazard analysis and control measures. Created a more efficient recordkeeping system thereby improving tracking of the health, safety, and environmental programs. Aided in minimizing the amount and frequency of occupational injuries through employee education, improved procedures, and hands-on field oversight. Helped implement the incident, injury, and illness reduction programs. Developed a system to track employee training against site specific requirements to ensure staff members were mission ready prior to commencing work. Successfully negotiated lower prices with various product vendors to reduce the safety budget. Aeromark, Inc Idaho Falls Regional Airport (2000-2007) Idaho Falls, ID Fuel Specialist/Quality Assurance Authority Served as the company Quality Assurance (QA) subject matter expert for aviation fuels stored in underground storage tanks. Identified and mitigated any quality assurance and safety concerns throughout the supply chain and ensured the fuel was stored in a safe and compliant manner. Conducted inspections and internal assessments and served as liaison with government regulatory agencies for external audits. Also prepared and submitted regulatory reports and maintained records and interpreted and implemented all quality assurance requirements. Western Implement, (1995-1999) Grand Junction, CO Customer Service Representative/Farm Equipment Worked at the parts counter at a farm implement store including providing parts to technicians and customers; ordering, receiving, and storing parts; filling requisitions and requests for materials, tools, and other stock items; and maintaining inventory. United States Marine Corps, (1990-1995)
Page 4 C-130 Turboprop Mechanic/Quality Assurance Inspector Served as squadron QA Inspector for the maintenance, repair, corrosion control, and safety of C-130 turboprops. Also served as chemical and hazardous waste coordinator ensuring the safe and compliant storage, maintenance, and disposal of chemicals and spent solvents. Conducted internal compliance inspections and served as liaison for external audits. TRAINING, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS OSHA 30 Hour Safety Training MSHA Training First Responder CPR/First Aid Hazardous Waste Management Training Auditor Training Forklift Train the Trainer Fuel Surveillance Training ISO 9001-2008 Auditing Training ISO 14001 Auditing Training Quality Assurance Inspector Training DOD Aircraft Fuel Contract Compliance Maintenance Supervisor Training Quality Assurance Inspector Class A CDL TSA Security Clearance ERT Training Title V-Opacity Training Aerial Lift Train the Trainer Lean Manufacturing
Page 5 REFERENCES Dave Drinnon Operations Manager, Alstom Grid Inc. One Ritz Avenue Waynesboro, GA 30830 (865) 414-7091 Cindy Maddox Human Resources Director, Alstom Grid Inc. One Ritz Avenue Waynesboro, GA 30830 (706) 513-3328 Oscar Harris Retired JTH Engineering Safety Director (Former direct supervisor) Rob Hornsey Owner/President, JTH Engineering Bob Hoff Owner, Aero Mark, Inc 2579 Mendota Rd Mendota, VA 24270 147 Eisenhower Rd Jonesboro, TN 37659-4711 2000 International Way Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (276) 466-2000 (423) 753-2556 (208) 524-1202