Matthew Davis
Aiken,SC
Summary
Safety professional with comprehensive experience in implementing and maintaining safety protocols and procedures. Proven track record of enhancing workplace safety through risk assessments, incident investigations, and compliance with regulatory standards. Strong collaborator and adaptable team player focused on achieving results and ensuring safe working environment. Highly skilled in hazard identification, emergency response planning, and safety training. Reliable and flexible in meeting changing needs and priorities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Kimberly-Clark
07.2023 - Current
- Improved overall safety performance with consistent monitoring and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop site-specific safety plans tailored to each project''s unique risks and challenges.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and prevent reoccurrence of similar incidents.
- Monitored employee exposure levels to hazardous substances and implemented control measures to minimize risk.
- Implemented toolbox talks program that encouraged open communication among team members about daily tasks, potential hazards, near misses, or other concerns related to work activities or conditions on site.
- Evaluated worksite equipment for potential hazards and implemented necessary maintenance schedules or replacements to ensure optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Reviewed subcontractor safety programs and conducted site audits to ensure compliance with both company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with regulatory agencies such as OSHA, leading to successful audits with minimal violations or penalties.
- Verified that team members wore personal protective equipment in construction areas.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Process Operator
Kimberly-Clark
07.2015 - Current
- Process Machine Operator ensures the line puts out a quality product for the consumer
- Fix and broken parts on the machine that may cause a loss of production
- Monitor all screens and numbers to ensure we run a good code for our customer also meet an hourly quota
- Replace worn belts and chains, replace worn bearings
- I have learned a lot about the tissue manufacturing business in my time here
- I have progressed to a proficient level operator
- Within six months of my hire date the company gives you 5 years to be at the level that I am right now
- I think that is a huge accomplishment and I'm a very quick learner
- A lot of my mechanical skills has really helped me in this field I'm a pretty fast learner and it doesn't take long for me to catch on
Maintenance Technician
Austin Industrial
04.2013 - 07.2015
- Meet with crew in turn-over room to go over what happened on previous shift
- Such as what maintenance was performed and what the technician did to resolve problem
- We obtained a list from our crew leader to determined what machine we would be doing preventive maintenance on that day
- Also I would rebuild parts that would be worn out on machines such as replacing bearings and pneumatic parts
- To return the machine in a timely manner back to production very fast paced work and environment
- Some welding skills mostly MIG welding and use of basic hand tools
- I would have to drill out holes in some parts and tap them also bearing pullers
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
Carpenter
Shaw Environmental Incorporation, Savannah River Site
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Erect Scaffolds
- Roofing
- Build International Crates
- Frame and Build Temporary Buildings
- Replace and Repair Cypher Locks
- Drop ceilings
- Hung Drywall
- Laid Carpet
- Laid Tile
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedarcreek Schoolhouse Academy
Nashville, TN12.2007
Mcgavock Comprehensive Highschool
Nashville, TNTennessee Correctional Academy
Skills
- Heavy Machine Operation
- Supervision
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Audit procedures
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Safe chemical handling
- Confined space entry
- Machine guarding
- Environmental management
- Chemical handling
- Personal protective equipment
- Fall protection
- Respiratory protection
- OSHA compliance
- Risk management
- Occupational safety
- OSHA standards and codes
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Risk assessment
- Problem-solving
- Safety audits
- Construction safety
Additionalinformation - Qualifications
- Graduate of Cedarcreek Schoolhouse Academy (06)
- Emergency Care and Safety Institute First Aid (12)
- Emergency Care and Safety Institute CPR (12)
- OSHA 10 Certified (12)
- OSHA 30 Certified (12)
- Scaffold Erector Qualification (12)
- Scaffold User Qualification (12)
- Aerial Lift Qualified (12)
- MEVA Qualified (12)
- Correctional Emergency Response Team Basic Training (09)
- Graduate of Tennessee Correction Academy (08)
- Nova XR 5000 Stun Shield Qualified (08)
- ABMC RDS in Cup Certified (08)
- ABMC OralStat Certified (08)
- ABMC Rapid Drug Screen Training Program Certified (08)
- Replace Water Meters For West Wilson Utility District (08)
- Tow Motor Experience With C.P Asburry Construction (08)
- Some Heavy Machinery Experience With C.P Asburry Construction (08)
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Forklift Certification
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Electric & Hybird Vehicle Fires
- Alternative Fuel Vehicles
- Documenting Fire Investigations
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Kimberly-Clark
07.2023 - Current
Process Operator
Kimberly-Clark
07.2015 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Austin Industrial
04.2013 - 07.2015
Carpenter
Shaw Environmental Incorporation, Savannah River Site
03.2012 - 04.2013
Tennessee Correctional Academy
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Forklift Certification
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Electric & Hybird Vehicle Fires
- Alternative Fuel Vehicles
- Documenting Fire Investigations
- Problem Solving
High School Diploma -
Cedarcreek Schoolhouse Academy
Mcgavock Comprehensive Highschool
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