Wally W., CSP, LMSS, M.Sc.

Experience

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  Chevron

  Apr 2010 - Aug 2012

  OE/HSE Specialist

  • Oversee the Technical and Occupational Safety of day to day process plant operation.• Develop/implement/support the safety and emergency procedures in the Chevron Bangladesh.• Facilitate incident investigations, oversee corrective action completion and communication of lessons learned.• Provide general field guidance on company HES Standard Procedure, change management etc.• Facilitate or lead in emergency call outs or drills and execute Station Bill activities.• Conduct HES training for workforce including contractors.• Conduct field audit on operations and project activities to ensure compliance of company safety procedures. Show less

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  Montana State University

  Aug 2012 - May 2014

  Graduate Research/Teaching Assistant

  Project/Research Topics:Optimize scheduling of the Cancer Treatment Center by simulation, Healthcare System Engineering, Leadership Impact on Healthcare Process Improvement Initiatives.

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  Arlon Graphics

  Jun 2014 - Jan 2019

  Safety and Industrial Engineer

  Key Achievements:• Developed, implemented and managed a target-oriented H&S program in accordance to Cal/OSHA that resulted in reduction of TRIR by 80% in 5 years & 1000+ days w/o LTI. • Investigated by Cal/OSHA (twice), OCHEA, CUPA and Fire Department a number of times; successfully defended Arlon in every inspection and lead corrective action implementations.• Key Responsibilities:• Developed, implemented and managed all applicable Safety Programs; including - Hot Work Permit system for Class I Division II area, Confined Space Entry Permit program, LOTO program, working at height program, emergency management program, IIP and so on.• Developed, implemented and managed Industrial Hygiene program and monitored employee exposure to toxic substances. It resulted in implementation of Respirator Protection Program.• Managed/Supported all aspects of environmental reporting and permits as required by SCAQMD, CUPA, DTSC, and OCHCA for use/release of toxic substances, new equipment installation & maintaining existing installations as required by Title V Permit.• Conducted EHS training. EHS audit involving management team to ensure compliance as required by Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA, DOT, CUPA, OCHEA and other regulatory agency.• Supported environmental reporting and permit application as required by SQAQMD, CUPA, DTSC, and OCHEA for use/release of toxic substances, new equipment installation.• Managed compliance program to other state/local environmental regulations in daily operation, including SWPPP, RCRA Hazardous Waste, High Pile Storage etc.• Conducted material flow analysis, improve material handling, storage capacity, equipment utilization. Recommend methods for optimization – as an Industrial Engineer. Show less

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  Precision Castparts

  Jan 2019 - Mar 2021

  EHS and Facility Manager

  Key Achievements:• Completed Capital Expense of $1.6+ MM in improving Machine Safety & automation.• Successfully defended FTI against Ecology (DTSC) Penalty, lead improvement efforts.Key Responsibilities• Provided EHS leadership and expertise to Manufacturing and Operational Activities to ensure compliance to strategic and tactical EHS objectives and visions of the company.• Performed risk assessments; developed/implemented innovative H&S programs, strategies and solutions in the areas of Machine Guarding, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, high-impact training, and compliance.• Ensured all existing machines and new installations comply with applicable OSHA and ANSI B11 standards, corporate expectations and according to best industry practices.• Developed and managed Environmental Compliance Program in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Ensured preparation and submission of all applicable reports and remain current on all permit requirement. This includes Air Emissions, Hazardous Waste, TIER II, TRI, SWPPP, CDR, Zero Discharge Programs etc.• Provided leadership to shop floor on corporate initiatives of Continuous Improvement and 6S implementation plan. Manage one direct report on this role. Prepared and managed EHS budget, scopes, schedules and capital investment for safety. Show less

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  GATX

  Mar 2021 - Apr 2022

  Environment, Health and Safety Manager

  Key Achievements:• Facilitating/supporting the design and construction of Flare Optimization Project ($450K) to comply with SCAQMD’s emission rule 1118.1 (in progress).• Leading LAFCO Annexation of GATX Plant to WVWD; design/construction of domestic & fire water consolidation project in an effort to comply w/ Safe Drinking Water Act ($300K+).Key Responsibilities:• Provide EHS leadership and expertise to operational activities to ensure compliance of all applicable health, safety and environmental regulations.• Develop and manage all environmental permits, prepare/submit reports to agencies, perform audit/inspection on regulated equipment and lead mitigation effort for any non-compliances. This includes Title V air permit by SCAQMD, RMP/PSM by CalARP, HazMat permit by CUPA/DTSC , Waste Water treatment/evaporation basin permits by county Waterboard.• Manage and ensure compliance of all safety programs including, Confined Space Entry (to railcar), Working at Height, Hot Work, Lock Out Tag Out, Heavy Equipment Operation, IIPP, Heat Illness Prevention Program, Incident Reporting and so on.• Maintain all critical safety equipment including onsite fire water pump, fire tank, fire extinguishing systems, breathable air quality, emergency rescue equipment, fall arrest systems etc. Conduct training and facilitate emergency drills etc.• Lead sustainability effort to implement corporate ESG initiatives. Maintain Responsible Care Management System – a rail industry specific compliance program similar to ISO 9001. • Help Safety Coordinator and all shop supervisors to be successful in their EHS roles. Show less

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  Fortune 500 Company

  Apr 2022 - now

  Sr Manager - Safety