Darrell Ray

About Darrell Ray

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Innovative and charismatic professional motivated by an…

Experience

1. Regional Environmental Health & Safety Manager

   Medline

   Nov 2019 — Present

   Managed Environmental, Health and Safety regulatory compliance for warehouse distribution, manufacturing, and supply chain optimization facilities throughout the Northeast Region from VA-PA- MA. Lead/Coordinated national safety conference for distribution center safety supervisors. Successfully achieved dollar cost savings by leading the region in a 19% reduction in the OSHA Recordable Incident rate, 5% reduction in the Lost Time Incident Rate, and 12% reduction in the DART Rate since taking over as Regional EHS Manager Year-Over- Year. Regional footprint of 18 facilities (5 manufacturers, 13 distribution centers); with a team of 3 EHS Specialists located in NY and MD. Raised awareness of the impact of emerging issues whether legislative or best practice. Conduct annual audits and reports on performance to internal and external clients and regulatory bodies while also performing and directing EHS, and Process Safety Management audits. Support facilities and team in conducting incident investigations, reporting, and workers compensation claim follow-ups. Management responsibilities include- Manage, develop, and coach professional employees on team OR non-professional employees through supervisors in manufacturing, distribution or office environments- Interpret and execute policies for departments and projects- Recommend and implement new policies or modifications to existing policies- Provide general guidelines and parameters for staff functioning- Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies- Prepare reports, metrics, and communications related to EHS internally and to regulatory bodies when required.

Skills

• Program Management
• Microsoft Office
• Scheduling
• Microsoft Excel
• Documentaries
• Public Speaking
• Osha 30-Hour
• Cash Handling
• Research
• Music
• Hazwoper
• Operations Management
• Data Analysis
• Protocol Development
• Coaching
• Team Building
• Training
• Communication
• Commercials
• Program Implementation
• Leadership Development
• Administrative Assistance
• Photography