Chris Zalewski

About Chris Zalewski

Proven EHS leader that is self motivated, high energy, and collaborative with a continual improvement mindset. Experienced in strategy setting based on data analytics at the site level and corporate setting. 15 years of EHS experience in a wide variety of environments including automotive, distribution, steel making, rubber manufacturing, forging, and many types of commercial construction projects. Experience with developing and managing safety and environmental programs at the local levels as well as managing safety and environmental programs for multiple sites across the United States and in the corporate setting. Strong people skills and effective problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work with and engage the shop floor teams as well as delivering business cases, KPI reviews, etc. to the company\'s executive leadership. Ability to collaborate well with all levels of the organization by establishing strong partnerships with each functional area of the business. Experience leading Lean initiatives by embracing Lean Methodologies utilizing Lean tools such as 5S, Gemba, Kaizen, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Root Cause Analysis, Standardized Work, etc. as well as 4 + years of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) experience leading Safety and Environment pillars.

Experience

1. Director of Health & Safety Global Ehs Solutions

   Cardinal Health

   Jan 2023 — Present · Dublin, OH, US

Education

• Ohio University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Environmental Health Sciences

  2005 — 2009

• Ohio University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Industrial Hygiene

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Environmental Awareness
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Employee Training
• Occupational Health
• Construction
• Ehs
• Auditing
• Industrial Hygiene
• Inspection
• Environmental Health
• Environmental Compliance
• Construction Safety
• Factory
• Manufacturing
• Training
• Industrial Safety
• Ergonomics
• Safety Management Systems