Matt Rice

About Matt Rice

I have a record of improving workplace culture and safety and ensuring regulatory compliance. With a 17+-year record of success leading safety initiatives and execution of critical initiatives across the field service and manufacturing spaces for Berry Global, AAF Flanders, Novo Nordisk, Siemens, Caterpillar, and John Deere, I have consistently exceeded goals and expectations. I bring a broad perspective as a subject matter expert in organizational safety, culture development, risk management, environmental stewardship and sustainability, and regulatory compliance. I am able to challenge conventional thought, offer unique perspectives, and conceive innovative solutions. Utilizing my skills, I am known for developing and applying best practices for organizational safety with a pragmatic and sustainable approach. I have been recognized for an impeccable record of execution and delivery, and for providing progressive, strategic vision that has repeatedly prepared organizations for changes. I have most recently worked in organizational training and development where I have found success in improving employee engagement, retention, and job satisfaction.Core Competencies / Areas of Focus:Risk Identification & Mitigation | Process Improvements | Root Cause Analysis | Corrective Actions | Incident Investigations | Data & Trend Analysis | Safety Culture Development | Employee Engagement | Lean Manufacturing | Project Management | Risk Education Workshops | Risk & Business Impact Analysis | Business Continuity Plans | Emergency Preparation & Response PlansRegulatory Compliance:OSHA / Air / NPDES / SPCC / 6X / RCRA / NFPA 70E / Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods / DOT / IATA / IMDG / Homeland Security

Experience

1. Safety Manager

   BE&K Building Group

   Jun 2025 — Present · NC, US

Education

• East Carolina University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Athletic Training

  2001 — 2005

• East Carolina University

  Master of Science (MS), Occupational Safety

  2005 — 2007

• East Carolina University

  Certificate/Teaching License, Health Education (K-12)

  2005 — 2006

Skills

• Accident Investigation
• Iso 14001
• First Aid
• Industrial Safety
• Ehs
• Ergonomics
• Risk Assessment
• Risk Management
• Rcra
• Emergency Management
• Hazardous Materials Management
• Six Sigma
• Environmental Management Systems
• Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Environmental Awareness
• Behavior Based Safety
• Supervisory Skills
• Lean Manufacturing
• Environmental Compliance
• 5s
• Safety Management Systems
• Occupational Health
• Hazard Analysis
• Industrial Hygiene
• Environment, Health, and Safety (Ehs)
• Hazardous Materials
• Hazardous Waste Management