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Richard Esparza

Visalia

Summary

EHS Advisor with experience in analyzing workplace data to identify risks and develop strategies for risk mitigation. Collaborated with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with EHS objectives and implemented corrective action plans in response to audit findings. Conducted safety training sessions for employees on equipment operation and personal protective equipment, fostering a culture of safety awareness. Led weekly safety meetings, enhancing communication and engagement among team members regarding safety protocols.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Asst General/Regional EHS Manager

Xtreme Manufactoring
Selma
01.2016 - 09.2025
  • Analyzed relevant data to identify potential risks in the workplace and develop strategies to reduce them.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure EHS objectives are met throughout the region.
  • Implemented corrective action plans to address any non-compliance issues identified during audits or inspections, collaborating closely with Human Resources during investigations throughout the workplace.

- Implemented safety guidelines for heat awareness.

- Held weekly safety meetings with the safety committee team.

- Provided data sheets to all production supervisors and the General Manager.

- Met with all production supervisors to discuss production needs and failures.

Train on new hires on safety protocols and trained all employees on the use of forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and telehandlers, also on PPE to what employees job requirements are.

Senior General foreman

KSI industries
Bakersfield
04.1996 - 11.2015
  • Led a team to implement safety protocols, resulting in a significant reduction in workplace incidents and enhanced compliance.
  • Mentored junior foremen on operational best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team collaboration.
  • Streamlined workflow processes by conducting regular assessments, which improved project delivery timelines and operational efficiency.

Education

Redwood High School
Visalia, CA

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Data analysis
  • Compliance auditing
  • Safety training
  • Incident investigation
  • Corrective action planning
  • Safety guidelines implementation
  • PPE training
  • Forklift operation
  • Heat awareness training
  • Safety committee leadership
  • Employee onboarding
  • Audit management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Safety protocol development
  • Data reporting
  • Industrial hygiene
  • First aid administration
  • Hazard identification
  • Fall protection
  • Safety auditing
  • Crane safety
  • Ladder safety
  • Accident prevention
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Hazardous materials
  • Workplace inspections
  • Lifting operations
  • Safety audits

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • First aid/AED certified
  • Reasonable suspicion
  • Quality control
  • OSHA compliance
  • Workman’s comp

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Asst General/Regional EHS Manager

Xtreme Manufactoring
01.2016 - 09.2025

Senior General foreman

KSI industries
04.1996 - 11.2015

Redwood High School
Richard Esparza