Brandie Arnold
Gray Court
Summary
EHS professional with extensive experience at KYOCERA AVX, focusing on hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop comprehensive safety plans and enhance organizational safety culture. Achieved notable improvements in workplace safety metrics and ensured adherence to regulations through effective communication and cross-functional collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement in environmental health and safety practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Specialist
KYOCERA AVX
Fountain Inn
01.2025 - Current
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Identified, evaluated, and controlled health and safety risks in the workplace.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Investigated incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
- Analyzed data from environmental monitoring systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Provided employee training on safety protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans including drills.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Assessed current work environments for potential hazards or risks.
- Created policies and procedures related to environmental health and safety issues.
- Coordinated activities between internal departments concerning EHS matters.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Conducted regular workplace inspections for hazardous materials and equipment.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from inspections and audits.
- Maintained documentation of all incident reports and investigations results.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Served as a resource for employees regarding questions about safety protocols.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Implemented a comprehensive EHS management system in accordance with ISO 14001 standards.
- Assisted with preparing documentation required for various certifications such as ISO 14001, 2015 certification.
EHS Technician
KYOCERA AVX
Fountain Inn
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Identified areas where improvements can be made to reduce risk exposure in the workplace.
- Investigated workplace accidents, prepared reports and documents, and recommended preventive measures.
- Conducted employee orientations on safety practices and equipment use.
- Participated in the development of job hazard analyses for new or existing processes and operations.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
EHS Coordinator
KYOCERA AVX
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of all health and safety related documents such as accident investigation reports, hazard assessments.
- Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
- Inspected premises to identify safety issues and non-conformity.
- Drafted reports on safety performance metrics including near misses, lost time incidents, first aid cases.
- Developed and created materials for new employee health and safety orientations.
- Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
Facilities Support Administrator Specialist
KYOCERA AVX
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Documented repair processes and completed work orders.
- Received instructions from supervisors regarding work orders.
- Tracked progress of work orders from start to completion.
- Assigned work orders based on technician availability and skill level.
- Created detailed reports regarding completed work orders or special projects.
- Maintained records of work orders completed for future reference.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment and machinery.
- Developed procedures for preventive maintenance of equipment used in facilities management operations.
- Performed administrative tasks associated with event coordination including scheduling meetings, responding to emails and calls promptly and creating agendas prior to each meeting.
- Assisted with event coordination, including scheduling, budgeting, and vendor relations.
- Processed purchase orders for new materials needed for upkeep or repair of facilities.
- Assisted with relocations and remodeling projects, including ordering furniture and supplies.
- Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
- Prepared for emergencies by creating building evacuation action plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspection of fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, exit signs.
Shipping Department
KYOCERA AVX
07.2012 - 04.2017
- Input clear customer account notes in internal computer systems to document return reasons.
- Updated internal databases with accurate information regarding return authorizations, processing fees.
- Checked packaging to verify good quality, no damage and acceptable appearance.
- Participated in the selection and implementation of new inventory management technology.
- Analyzed data to identify trends that may affect future inventory needs.
- Organized warehouse shelves to ensure easy accessibility for staff members.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks and other vehicles as needed.
- Led physical counts and reconciled discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Received, stored, and distributed materials within the warehouse facility.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
- Entered information into system to update status reports.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
- Monitored product movement by utilizing barcode scanning devices.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory data.
- Developed and implemented inventory control procedures and policies.
- Trained new employees on inventory management practices and procedures.
Education
MS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06-2026
BS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL09-2024
AS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALCertificate - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALCertificate - Health and Safety Compliance Specialist
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALCertificate - Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Accident investigation
- Hazardous materials management
- Workplace inspections
- First aid and CPR
- Ionizing radiation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazard communication
- Waste management
- Incident reporting
- Hazard identification
- Risk assessment
- Incident investigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Emergency response
- Safety policies development
- Training delivery
- OSHA compliance
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Smartsheet
- Developing Safety Plans
- Conducting Risk Assessments
- Ensuring legal compliance
- Promoting a safety culture
- Monitor health and safety risks
- Recordkeeping
- Plan safety events
- Corrective actions
- Environmental management systems
- Documentation review
- Internal auditing
Certification
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour Technician Level
- OSHA 30-Hour
- Radiations Safety Officer
- ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor
- Laser Safety Officer
- Fall Protection – Train the Trainer
- First Aid/AED/CPR
- GSP (Graduate Safety Practitioner)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) – Working towards
Accomplishments
- Started Grainger Safety Toe Shoe Program
- Encouraged adding areas to safety shoe program
- Started Grainger Keepstock (PPE vending, First Aid Room, and Lockout Tagout cabinet)
- Improved safety corrective action log by creating a Smartsheet with automatic email notifications
- ISO14001 documentation Smartsheet
- Currently working on moving all EHS items into Smartsheet with automatic reminders and ability to work as a team.
- Started new prescription safety glasses program
- Adopt-A-Highway
- Enhanced safety committee by increasing members
- Digital communication TVs in breakrooms
- Enhanced First Aid/CPR/AED training by providing hands-on training classes during all shifts
- Improved fire extinguisher signage
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EHS Specialist
KYOCERA AVX
01.2025 - Current
EHS Technician
KYOCERA AVX
07.2022 - 12.2024
EHS Coordinator
KYOCERA AVX
06.2020 - 07.2022
Facilities Support Administrator Specialist
KYOCERA AVX
04.2017 - 06.2020
Shipping Department
KYOCERA AVX
07.2012 - 04.2017
MS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
BS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
AS - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University
Certificate - Health and Safety Compliance Specialist
Columbia Southern University
Certificate - Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Columbia Southern University
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