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Kelly Ward

Gainesville

Summary

Experienced health and safety manager with over a decade of proven success. Detail-oriented and results-driven professional known for enhancing operational efficiency and leading diverse teams. Thrives in collaborative settings, excels at organization, and adept at minimizing hazardous conditions.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Gold Creek Foods Llc
11.2022 - 03.2025
  • Managed safety at 8 facilities and supervised a team of regulatory safety technicians
  • Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Developed and implemented safety programs.
  • Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
  • Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
  • Mentored junior staff members on professional development opportunities related to occupational health and Safety career paths.

Safety Coordinator

Fieldale Farms Inc.
08.2015 - 05.2022
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Developed Lockout/Tagout protocols specific to each piece of machinery within the facility as per OSHA guidelines.
  • Performed regular safety audits such as storm water testing and certification of power industrial lift trucks, recommended solutions for process improvement as needed
  • Led emergency response drills, ensuring staff readiness for various emergencies including fires, chemical spills, and medical crises.
  • Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
  • Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.

Electronics Maintenance Tech

Fieldale Farms Inc.
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Production Supervisor

Fieldale Farms Inc.
07.2010 - 08.2013
  • Optimized labor utilization by evaluating staffing needs based on production demands and reallocating resources as needed.
  • Increased overall productivity with thorough employee training on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.

Education

Associate in Science (AS) - Business Management

Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Team leadership
  • Health and Safety Management
  • Process Improvement
  • OSHA Standards
  • Food Safety
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Power tools
  • Microsoft Word
  • Presentation Skills
  • Safety audits
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Lockout-tagout procedures

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • Management Specialist
  • Train the trainer certificate - Crown Lift Trucks
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Environmental Blue Card

Timeline

Safety Manager

Gold Creek Foods Llc
11.2022 - 03.2025

Safety Coordinator

Fieldale Farms Inc.
08.2015 - 05.2022

Electronics Maintenance Tech

Fieldale Farms Inc.
08.2013 - 08.2015

Production Supervisor

Fieldale Farms Inc.
07.2010 - 08.2013

Associate in Science (AS) - Business Management

Lanier Technical College

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