Summary
Work History
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Additional Information
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Education
Timeline
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Venkatesan Selvam

Toronto,ON

Summary

Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through monitoring strategies and promoting zero accident culture in the workplaces. Strong organizational, leadership, communication, inspection, training, and analytical skills to implement Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems.

Work History

Community Health & Safety Coordinator Co-op

WE CAN WIN
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Led outreach activities to target specific demographics and promote health initiatives.
  • Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
  • Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to build program scope.
  • Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
  • Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
  • Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
  • Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services.
  • Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
  • Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to expand health services and resources.
  • Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
  • Signposted additional health care services and resources to improve outcomes.
  • Engaged clients in health-related activities to enhance overall well-being.
  • Participated in health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health issues.
  • Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
  • Monitored and documented participants' progress toward individualized health goals.
  • Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.
  • Facilitated health screenings with follow-up care to target specific issues.
  • Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness.
  • Developed and implemented training classes to educate team members and community residents.
  • Set up community health education and promotion programs to reduce chronic conditions.
  • Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse, and other community health concerns.

Team Leader

McDonald's
Toronto, ON
10.2022 - 04.2023

• Demonstrated daily commitment to food safety protocols, conducting rigorous daily checks and detailed weekly inspections to ensure compliance with strict food safety standards.
• Facilitated new hire orientations and conducted ongoing employee training, emphasizing the importance of safety procedures, and fostering a culture of safety awareness within the team.
• Played a vital role in health and safety by managing WSIB claims, implementing return-to-work policies, and providing essential floor support to the manager for maintaining a secure working environment.

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Britannia Industries Ltd, Biscuit manufacturing
Bengaluru, India
06.2017 - 01.2021
  • Product Testing and Sampling: Conduct thorough product testing and sampling to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules.

    Supplier Compliance: Monitor supplier performance to ensure they meet specifications, delivery schedules, and quality standards.

    Labeling Compliance: Take precautionary measures to ensure accurate product labeling, enhancing product traceability.

    Product Knowledge: Possess an extensive understanding of a wide range of products, enabling effective quality assessments.

    Auditing: Conduct in-house audits to maintain quality control and compliance with established standards.

    Complaint Investigation: Investigate and address customer complaints promptly and effectively, striving for optimal customer satisfaction.

    Data Reporting: Provide operational data and reports to fellow supervisors, contributing to informed decision-making.

    Standardization: Play a pivotal role in standardizing procedures and optimizing performance management.

    Documentation: Ensure proper product documentation and safety procedure processes are maintained.

Quality Control Trainee

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College,Nanotechnology
Coimbatore, India
11.2016 - 04.2017

Laboratory Quality Assurance: Assisted in maintaining high-quality standards in a nanotechnology laboratory environment, ensuring accurate and precise results.

Instrument Calibration: Participated in instrument calibration processes to guarantee the reliability and consistency of analytical equipment.

Quality Inspections: Conducted quality inspections on nanotechnology products and materials to identify deviations from established standards.

Data Analysis: Analyzed data from experiments and tests, identifying trends and anomalies to support quality improvement efforts.

Documentation: Maintained comprehensive records of quality control tests, procedures, and outcomes for future reference and compliance.

SOP Adherence: Ensured strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistency and safety in laboratory operations.

Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborated with laboratory staff to promote a culture of quality and safety, emphasizing the importance of adherence to safety protocols.

Continuous Improvement: Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory, suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance: Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols specific to nanotechnology processes.

Training and Learning: Actively engaged in learning opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in nanotechnology and quality control practices

Skills

  • Knowledge in
  • Green book (OHSA - Ontario)
  • MS Office
  • Incident/Accident investigation & RCA
  • COR Internal Audit
  • Ergonomics
  • Maintain and Manage SDS & Safety matrix
  • New hire orientation
  • Applied Safety Fundamentals

Additional Information

  • & Field level risk assessment Decision-making Teamwork and collaboration Attention to detail

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Education

Post Secondary Program - Occupational Health And Safety Management

Lambton College
Toronto
01.2022 - 09.2023

Master of Science - Biochemistry

CMS College of Science And Commerce
Coimbatore ,India
06.2015 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

CMS College of Science And Commerce
Coimbatore ,India
06.2012 - 05.2015

Timeline

Community Health & Safety Coordinator Co-op

WE CAN WIN
05.2023 - 09.2023

Team Leader

McDonald's
10.2022 - 04.2023

Post Secondary Program - Occupational Health And Safety Management

Lambton College
01.2022 - 09.2023

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Britannia Industries Ltd, Biscuit manufacturing
06.2017 - 01.2021

Quality Control Trainee

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College,Nanotechnology
11.2016 - 04.2017

Master of Science - Biochemistry

CMS College of Science And Commerce
06.2015 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

CMS College of Science And Commerce
06.2012 - 05.2015

Certification

· Standard First Aid & CPR Canadian Red Cross

· Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

· Worker Health and Safety Awareness Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

· Health Promotion Foundation Public Health Ontario

· Principles of HACCP & Application in Food Industry National Institute of Standards and Technology

· Level 2 Award in Principles of HACCP Chartered Institute of Environmental Health

· Office Ergonomics Training Workplace Safety & Prevention Services

· WHIMS 2015 Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

· Accident Investigation Training Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Oregon

Venkatesan Selvam