Ricardo Raúl Alvarado Alcaraz
Environmental Engineer
León,GUA
Summary
Experienced with developing and managing safety programs that ensure secure working environment. Utilizes risk assessment techniques and safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in workplace safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
EHS Leader
American Axle Manufacturing
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in EHS processes.
- Reduced workplace accidents through proactive risk assessments and hazard identification initiatives.
- Enhanced employee safety awareness by conducting regular training sessions and workshops.
- Promoted a culture of safety throughout the organization by consistently emphasizing its importance during meetings, trainings, and daily operations.
- Developed emergency response plans and coordinated drills, significantly improving preparedness for potential incidents.
- Secured necessary permits for company operations by accurately preparing applications detailing compliance with applicable regulations.
- Conducted thorough incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective actions, preventing recurrence of similar events.
- Implemented ergonomic improvements in workspaces to reduce strain-related injuries among employees, enhancing overall wellbeing.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal programs, ensuring proper handling and minimizing environmental impact.
- Streamlined EHS reporting processes for increased efficiency in data collection and analysis.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local laws by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Reviewed facility layout designs for new construction projects to ensure adherence to EHS best practices from the planning stage onwards.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Safety Leader
MASECA Bajio
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Organized and delivered comprehensive safety presentations for new hires as part of their onboarding process.
- Monitored employee adherence to safety protocols, addressing violations promptly and effectively.
- Collaborated with management to establish safety policies and procedures that met STPS regulations.
- Participated in incident review boards, providing expertise on root cause analysis and preventative measures implementation.
Safety Coordinator
ADAC STRATTEC DE MEXICO
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
EHS Supervisor
American Axle Manufacturing
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Conducted incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated EHS solutions tailored to specific operational needs.
- Supported process improvement efforts by identifying areas where EHS considerations could lead to more efficient operations without sacrificing safety standards.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by conducting thorough facility audits and inspections.
- Reduced workplace accidents through diligent hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Established a strong safety culture through consistent communication and employee engagement initiatives.
Education
Environmental Engineer -
Universidad Tecnológica De León
León, Gto. 05.2001 - 01.2010
Skills
Emergency preparedness
Current Job
Focus on the management of safety, health and environmental systems with the aim of ensuring regulatory compliance and preventing legal impact on applicable agencies. Efforts are aimed at preventing effects on occupationally exposed personnel and improving working conditions in terms of safety through the detection of hazards and timely intervention in the resolution of risk conditions.
Continuous work with staff to achieve a change in culture towards prevention and care through awareness and the generation of agreement to maintain performance always above the line.
Accomplishments
- Zero accidents with lost time during 2021 - 2022 (498 days free of recordable accidents)
- Reduction of accidents at hand by 60%
- Regularization of regulatory compliance and increase of the score obtained in the system audit (from 86% to 96%)
- Reduction of costs associated with waste segregation
Courses And Workshops
Preventive health and safety services at work - Functions and activities.
Constitution, integration, organization and operation of the safety and hygiene commissions.
Constitution, integration, organization and operation of the safety and hygiene commissions.
Cranes and hoist
Change Management.
Management of Hazardous Substances and Waste.
OEA/C-TPAT.
First Aid.
Evacuation, Search and Rescue.
Fire Brigades and Hydrants.
Fire Brigades and Extinguishers.
Safety conditions for use and handling Forklifts.
Portable gas detectors (Use, Maintenance and care).
Operating crane operation: Safety conditions and use.
Annual operation certificate.
Ergonomic analysis.
Cultural change (AZAMAR).
Environmental legislation.
Internal auditor ISO 14001.
IATF/CSR.
Effective presentations.
Improving leadership.
R F C
AAAR860209-IR6
C U R P
AAAR860209HGTLLC04
N S S
12048642222
English Level
Advance
Personal Information
- Age: 39
- Date of Birth: 02/09/86
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
EHS Leader
American Axle Manufacturing
05.2021 - Current
Safety Leader
MASECA Bajio
05.2020 - 05.2021
Safety Coordinator
ADAC STRATTEC DE MEXICO
04.2019 - 05.2020
EHS Supervisor
American Axle Manufacturing
06.2015 - 05.2016
Environmental Engineer -
Universidad Tecnológica De León
05.2001 - 01.2010
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