Anthony J. (Tony) Varamo

Experience

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  U.S. Coast Guard

  Oct 1987 - Jul 1999

  Marine Safety Officer

  Supervised a team of Safety Professionals, Contingency Planners, Vessel Inspectors, Casualty Investigators and Administrative professionals. Developed training programs based on team's knowledge, skills, and abilities competencies for overseeing hazardous materials releases, hurricane response preparations, ship inspections and waterways management. Used Incident Command System (ICS) to manage emergency operations. Drafted emergency response contingency plans to address resources necessary for various port emergencies. Drafted safety and security zones for law enforcement safety actions in Federal Registers. Coordinated efforts between local and state law enforcement and fire response organizations for emergencies in the ports. Developed guidance, standard operating procedures and Memorandums of Understanding for Gulf War military vessel loadouts. Show less

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  Alcon, A Novartis Division

  Apr 1999 - Feb 2008

  Project Manager/Training Coordinator/Production and Quality Team Leader

  Worked closely with facility engineers and managers to review planned facility structural changes and coordinate work using contractors to reduce contaminates in a production environment. Supervised a team of 100+ technicians and mechanics trained to operate and repair highly automated production and sterilization equipment. Managed training programs for safety, quality, production, 5S and waste elimination. Ensured FDA regulated products were produced to specification (GMP) and performed investigations into non-conforming product (NCR). Improved process and operational performances through six sigma and TQM methods and exported results to other sites and departments. Performed all administrative duties to operate and lead production personnel such as modifying manufacturing schedules, entering and extracting machinery performance data, employee evaluations and counseling, and safety reports. Mentor for safety program that began journey to secure VPP recognition from OSHA. Show less

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  Technical College System of Georgia

  May 2008 - Feb 2009

  Training Coordinator

  Developed and managed comprehensive technical and soft skills training packages for new and existing industries in Georgia. Used Instructional Systems Development (ISD) to define training needs and worked with safety, process, and technical instructors to prepare new employees for positions. Performed in-depth analysis of position requirements then created customized job-specific training plans for manufacturing and distribution center workers. Worked closely with company CEO's, facility managers, and tech schools VP of Economic Development to coordinate smooth transition from short-term to long-term training needs. Show less

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  MetroPower

  Feb 2009 - Oct 2024

  Workforce Development Manager, MBA, CWDP

  Oversees recruitment, craft apprenticeship program, continuing education and organizational development efforts at MetroPower, Inc. Works closely with VPs and 12 Branch Managers to identify workforce shortages, education deficiencies and craft skill needs and drafts plans to optimize talent pipeline. Reviews 1 and 3 years strategic plans to analyze goals alignment and skill sets needed to meet objectives then creates action plan to facilitate training and fill gaps. Identifies and recruits employees with skill sets necessary to grow the business and fulfill business goals. Works closely with tech school administrators, instructors, contractors and vendors to introduce students to the construction field and promote the electrical trade. Coordinates apprenticeship programs and improves training methods and curriculum to facilitate a smooth transition from apprentice to journeyman. Sits on industry workforce development boards to address shortfalls and methods to attract new talent. Assesses learning and development needs and identifies providers to train employees on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Show less

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  ZERP Enterprise Solutions

  Sept 2024 - now

  Business and Workforce Development