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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateGeorge H. Waters III Environmental & Safety ProfessionalHartwell, GA 30643 LinkedIn Profile: http://LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEWORK EXPERIENCEEnvironmental EngineerBMW Manufacturing Company, LLC. - Greer, South Carolina May 2022 - February 2024 (Expansion Support)Support Environmental Management Dept regarding environmental and safety regulatory compliance throughout the $1.7 billion expansion project for BMW MC operations. Expansion included a greenfield EV electric vehicle battery plant and on-site build-outs to accommodate new EV models. Accountabilities focused on contract management (E&S) for project contractors. Ensured contract deliverables were met and deficiencies timely addressed. Assessed non-routine work to eliminate production impacts. Audited effectiveness of permit management systems and sustainability goals. Teamed with all client/owner representatives, general contractors, engineering firms, and subcontractors weekly and relayed / presented critical concerns to executive stakeholders.Environmental & Energy SpecialistNestl Purina Pet Care Hartwell, GA Oct 2020 Dec 2021 (Start-Up Ops & Ongoing Expansion)Responsible for Environmental Compliance for the new factory operation and ongoing expansion efforts during contract period. Including (air, water, WWTP). Safety representative for all Env Project contractors. Work with Safety Dept during daily site inspections and coordination of contractor and consultant safety training sessions. Liaison with applicable regulatory authorities (fed., state, local). Review and approve all environmental expenses (500k-1mil / month). Coordinate environmental capital projects with corporate engineering (~3mil) along with impact to CR. Oversee the industrial wastewater pretreatment plant operations and assist with system upgrade designs. Sustainability: Develop utility tracking processes across active factory and future expansion areas. Manage site wide construction and industrial storm water permitting. Recommend carbon reduction projects across the factory and all support facilities in support of science based goals.Environmental Health & Safety ManagerTenneco Automotive (Monroe) Hartwell, GA October 2012 2019 (site closure 12/31/2019) Original equipment manufacturer of ride control systems, emission equipment and components.Lead and coach site management, support teams, onsite R&D and employees on interpretation and administration of EHS&S policies and procedures.Safety: Responsible for EHS program compliance and deployment of new / revised programs, policies and procedures. Reduction of EHS incidents, return to work program, claims management, EHS & WWTP department staff supervision, cost management / reduction initiatives. Includes all OSHA programs including Industrial Hygiene Lab Safety - Emergency Preparedness - Building/Fire Safety Codes - Contractor Safety Management and Qualification Fall Protection - HazCom - Management of Change - Industrial Hygiene (perform air sampling, chrome electroplating processes) - Liaison for OSHA plant wall-to-wall inspection and resulting abatement efforts. Implement associate driven inspection program and Gemba safety audits. Contact for factory insurer (FM Global).Environmental: Lead site sustainability efforts and carbon reporting initiative. Permit compliance & reporting (air, waste, water) - Consultant / Contractor Management Capital Project Management - ISO 14001 Certification Energy (Utility) Reduction Initiatives - WWTP Operations and Staff Mgr Env Liaison (EPA, EPD, Local Authorities) - Groundwater Remediation Systems - Industrial Discharge Pretreatment - Injection Well Permitting - Title V Reporting - Hazardous Waste (LQG) Management Continuous Improvement - Waste Reduction & Recycling Initiative (250k) - Remediation System O&M Reductions (100k) Emission Control Equipment Enhancements - Chemical Laboratory & WWTP ManagementManager, Environmental Health & Safety - Plant 15X, 1C, 42, & 94Shaw Ind - Cartersville, GA 2008 to 2012 Carpet tile manufacturing plant and sustainability leader for innovative cradle to cradle product lines. Flagship operation, 1.2 msf facility, and over 1,500 associates. (warehousing, tufting, extrusion, coating, compounding, tile cutting/press & conveying, and distribution operations).Supported plant management and operations by assisting with project management and new process start ups (EHS). Manage ISO 14001 Certification and plant sustainability initiates and R&D team strategies. Identified and clarified applicable requirements and provided coaching. Implementation of EHS&S performance indicators, and optimization of Env & Safety management systems. Lead and manage near misses, hazard/incident investigations and reporting. Management of plant and corporate Safety programs: Risk & Injury Reduction - Hazard Assessments - Injury Analysis & Prevention Plans - Behavioral Based Safety Coordination - Machine Safeguarding Lock/Out Tag/Out - Fall Protection - Industrial Vehicle Use - Emergency Action Planning - Safety Inspections & Audit Oversight. Regular communications with Staff on Safety Program turnaround efforts and indicator tracking. Owner of Environmental Programs and permit compliance (air, land, water). SPCC & SWPPP - Associate Engagement Efforts - Hazardous Waste Program PSG: Partnership for A Sustainable Georgia: Silver Level Partner - Contractor Safety & Qualification Process owner - Interface/Advise operations of Environmental Obligations Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Kaizen application for EHS - Change Management - Lean ManufacturingEnvironmental Protection ManagerWaste Management - Atlanta, GA 2007 to 2008 Environmental service provider with revenues over $13 billion. 413 collection operations, 370 transfer stations, 283 landfills, 17 waste-to-energy plants, 131 recycling, 95 beneficial-use landfill gas projects and 6 power production plants.Responsible for supporting district Environmental Compliance - Technical Direction - Environmental Monitoring (water, air, land) Coordinator of CAPA & RCA - Consultant Management & Coordination - Environmental Remediation - Regulatory Interaction Contract Bid & Award Contractor Safety Oversight - Expense and Capital Project Management - Permit Management - Permit Compliance Database - Communication of projects directly supporting sustainability goals.Environmental ManagerRepublic Services (formally Allied Waste) Southeast Region - Marietta, GA 2002 to 2007 Environmental service provider with revenues of $5.5 billion; prior to the merger with Republic Services.Responsible for Capital, Expense & Asset Management - RFPs & Awards - Project Management ($ 35 million ) - Consultant and Contractor management (ensure safe work practices utilized) - Landfill construction, Waste (methane gas) to Energy (electricity) construction (permitting of 1st two facilities in GA) - Rail to Landfill Transfer and new rail construction. Transfer Station & Material Recycling Facility Support - Acquisition Due Diligence Environmental Assessments - Env Monitoring Program (air emissions, groundwater, remediation, surface water) - Regulatory Compliance (reporting NPDES, Title V, MSW) - Landfill Gas Collection System (design innovations lead to industry award at national platform) - Permit Renewal Negotiations -Env Oversight of approximately 14 BU's - C&D (Construction & Demolition) Site Closure & Post Closure CareLandfill Manager (Concurrent assignment with the role above - 2006)Republic Services (formally Allied Waste) Southeast Region - Atlanta, GA 2006 to 2006 East Dekalb C&D LandfillOversee Daily Operations, Staffing, Safety training and record keeping and site vendors. P&L ownership. Equipment PM Program.Environmental Health & Safety Compliance AuditorRepublic Services (formally Allied Waste) - Scottsdale, AZ (Ga based) 2000 to 2002 Region consisted of nearly 75 landfills, hauling operations, and transfer stations. Performed comprehensive EH&S audits across region - Safety Finding Report and Reaction Plan Creation & Tracking - Assist with Corrective Action & Root Cause Analysis - Safety Program Assessments, Development and Implementation - DOT Maintenance Programs & Compliance - Claims Guidance and Review Acquisition Safety Due Diligence AuditsEducationBachelor of Science: Environmental & Health ScienceThe University of Georgia - Athens, GABiology/PhysiologyArmstrong Atlantic State University - Savannah, GASkills, Training & CertificationIndustrial Wastewater License Level IV - Chemical Hazardous Waste Management Certificate (CHWM) - Georgia Tech: Combustible Dust - Safety Six Sigma: Green-Belt Certification - OSHA 40 Hour - HazWOPER Cert. - Training: Safety, Environmental, & Quality - OSHA 30 Hour Construction - Environmental ISO Lead Auditor Training - OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Training: Project Management Coursework - Fall Protection: Competent Person - Hoisting & Rigging: Competent Person - DOT / RCRA - Smith System Safe Driving - Hazardous Material Handling - Radioactive Source Leak Testing Instruction - Noise Survey Instructional Course Industrial Hygiene Evaluation & Monitoring PracticesAwardsSWANA: Solid Waste Association of North America Landfill Gas Management & Innovation - North America Award. Georgia Department of Labor: Award of Safety Excellence, Ga DOL Commissioner Recognition Award, and Host of the Ga DOL - Safety in the workplace video shoot for PSA.Associations ASSE American Society of Safety Engineers, NFPA National Fire Protection Association: Industrial Fire Protection Section, SWANA Solid Waste Association of North America, P2AD Partnership for a Sustainable Georgia Silver Level Member, Georgia Clean Air Campaign Partner |
