Katrina Cheshire

Environmental Health and Safety Leader @Owens Corning

Houston, TX, US

Experienced in a broad range of Environmental Health and Safety, Lean Manufacturing/Kaizens, as well as Facilities Maintenance Management with 25 years of diverse expertise in the following industries: Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Chemical Plants/Refineries, Construction, Industrial, Classified Government Agency, and Regulatory Agencies. Proven ability to influence all levels of an organization to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. Extensive knowledge of all Federal, State and Local regulations and standards. Excellent interpretations and best management practices to develop Environmental Health and Safety related Standards of Operations and behaviors, ensure continuous improvement and conduct audits/inspections. Specialized expertise in the development of programs/procedures to protect workers, reduce injury rates, manage costs, and meet regulatory compliance. Develop Standards of Practice for all regulatory topics and provide related/required training with continued oversight of the program. Provide 24 hour emergency response for all emergencies, safety & environmental situations, perform thorough accident/incident investigation, accurate reporting, root cause analysis, corrective action development, timely follow-up and appropriate communication. Able to work well under pressure and in fast paced environments with multiple changing priorities.

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science