Eric Schessl

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Aug 1999 - Jun 2006

  Security Forces

  > During this time, I was deployed to Saudi Arabia (2001), Qatar (2002) and Sicily (2004). > Performed routine and emergency police protection and services to the base population of 75,000.> Managed and controlled the primary police radio network, dispatched and directed police patrol actions and responses and when necessary coordinated on-base police actions with local law enforcement.> Responsible for defending personnel, equipment, and resources from unknown hostile forces.> Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and the Global War on Terrorism. Show less

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  CSC

  Jan 2007 - May 2007

  Security Officer

  > Enforced visitor regulations, controlled vehicle and pedestrian access to the facility.> Inspected deliveries, material, packages and suspicious items on site, responded as needed to anticipate threats.> Investigated suspicious or potential security incidents, instigated appropriate responses and documented all actions and responses.

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  Applied Risk Management

  May 2007 - May 2008

  Security Specialist and Trainer

  > Instructed classes to Emirati military personnel, teaching them to properly utilize camera systems, radios, and other military technologies.> Advised, consulted, mentored, supervised and trained UAE military personnel in all areas of anti-terrorism and security issues including but not limited to security technologies, officers, line troops, special response forces and security operations.

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  Riverside Welness and Fitness Center

  Dec 2008 - May 2009

  Fitness Instructor

  > Instructed and showed clients, both adults and children, on the proper use of fitness equipment, to include free weights, machines, and cardiovascular equipment.> Monitored activities of clients working out for safety issues.> Devised and implemented a follow up program for members that participate in fitness appointments.

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  Combat Support Associates

  May 2009 - Feb 2011

  Force Protection Officer/Unit Environmental Officer & Safety Representative

  > Provide in-transit security for military personnel, supplies, and equipment. > Search all incoming vehicles for explosive devices or other unauthorized materials.> Instructed classes on specific safety topics to unit employees and supervisors> Developed and facilitated; Emergency Action Plans, Bloodborne Pathogen Plans, Hazard Communication Program, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards, procedures and training.> Conduct Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) driven safety inspections of facilities in accordance with OSHA regulations. Show less

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  Triple Canopy (A Constellis Company)

  Feb 2011 - Jul 2011

  Environmental Officer & Safety Representative

  Developed and facilitated; Emergency Action Plans, Bloodborne Pathogen Plans, Hazard Communication Program, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards, procedures and training.Conducted Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) driven safety inspections of facilities in accordance with OSHA regulations.Delivered constant training to contractors and employees at 2 US Army camps.Assisted in the development of an entire safety program from scratch to bring the company to federal regulatory standard. Show less

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  Liebherr Group

  Aug 2012 - Jul 2014

  Safety Specialist

  > Ensured workplace conditions complied with federal, state and insurance safety standards to reduce insurance costs> Designed and implemented safety programs specific to each department and conducted safety briefings weekly.> Took a nonexistent safety program and built from the ground up a workplace that saw a decrease in workplace injuries.> Developed and facilitated; Emergency Action Plans, Bloodborne Pathogen Plans, Hazard Communication Program, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards, procedures and training. Show less

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  Performance Optimal Health

  Aug 2014 - May 2017

  Certified Personal Trainer

  > Spearheaded increasing visibility in social media through my own video series.> Created and implemented an ancillary services tracking document to promote better communication between trainers and therapists, to an increased number of leads and clients.> Designed and implemented a Medicare Group Fitness class.> Conducted research and communicated with directors to make our pricing options competitive with other businesses in the area.> Trained multiple clients a week in one on one sessions as well as small group fitness classes.> Observed patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress, and report to physical therapist. > Instructed, motivated, safeguarded and assisted patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under direction of medical staff. > Conferred with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment. > Administered active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound. Show less

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  Dent Wizard International

  May 2017 - Sept 2018

  Regional Environmental Health and Safety Manager

  > Manage occupational safety and health programs at multiple facilities, satellite and mobile work locations.> Developed, trained and implement EHS programs and best practices guides including but not limited to HazCom, Emergency Response, Respiratory Protection, PPE, NESHAP, Waste management> Coordinates and conducts regular EHS site assessments, audits, inspections (both initial and follow-up) and corrective action activities.> Develop, oversee and manage EHS reporting metrics.> Create written programs (fire protection program, emergency action plan) for the company as well as conduct training (respiratory protection, PPE, fire/electrical safety, etc.) for employees.> Work with HR to assist in managing workers compensation claims and return to work programs. Show less

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  Parker Hannifin

  Sept 2018 - May 2020

  Division Environmental Health and Safety Manager

  • Managed EHS compliance for the Fluid Controls Division of Parker (CT/MS). • Lead, managed and coordinated all aspects of divisional goals and objectives in EHS. • Developed and implemented programs and procedures to help meet divisional objectives. • Coordinated, developed, and conducted all OSHA and EPA training. • Utilized ergonomic and risk assessment tools to improve workplace safety.• Supported and managed corrective actions from corporate EHS audits. • Directed the division’s waste management program. • Supported and integrated EHS into Lean, HR and supply chain efforts. • Managed Workers’ Compensation claims and tracked injury and illness statistics to help identify safety concerns by trend analysis and provide recommendations to the management team. Show less

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  GKN Aerospace

  Oct 2020 - Oct 2022

  Environment, Health and Safety Manager
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  BYK Additives

  Oct 2022 - now

  Industrial Hygienist/Safety Specialist