Maneida Rivera, MSEM, REM
Environmental Health Safety Specialist at AWTEC Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Fundamentos de Nutrición
American Society for NutritionJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Registered Environmental Manager (REM)
NREP (National Registry of Environmental Professionals)Sep, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditors
Omnex IncDec, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
ISO 14001: 2015 Internal Auditor
Michigan Manufacturing Technology CenterApr, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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AWTEC Corporation
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Environmental Health Safety Specialist
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May 2023 - Present
Support management in the provision of a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors and to achieve continuous improvement and a high level of health, safety and environmental awareness by ensuring that risks in the workplace are properly controlled and that impacts on the environment are minimized. Maintain written environmental and safety programs and procedures in accordance with ISO14001, and corporate environmental, health, safety, and ergonomics requirements. Monitor and Maintain plant OSHA Recordkeeping and other related records and reports Monitor status of plant active/open Workmen’s Compensation claims and associated costs Oversee employee health and wellness activities. Monitor and maintain compliance to all applicable Federal, state, local and other related health, safety, and environmental requirements. Prepare, maintain, and report on Monthly HSE KPI‘s. Develop and administer plant safety rules and regulations. Audit and access working conditions in relation to safety compliance Review new equipment and identify potential hazards Investigate accidents and injuries and assist with implementing corrective actions Conduct safety inspections Coordination and maintenance of all plant emergency response procedures, evacuation plans, applicable employee training, and performance of routine drills. Lead the Safety Committee and the Emergency Response Team Responsible for the employee suggestion and continuous improvement programs. Review and maintain Safety Data sheets Administer housekeeping program and perform audits Show less
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Be Environmental Consulting LLC
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Puerto Rico
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Environmental, Health and Safety Consultant
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Dec 2021 - Mar 2023
Subcontract to give consultant works directly for a company to provide advice regarding risks that the company may face relating to health issues, safety concerns, and the impact the company has on the environment. Developing, implement and overseeing environmental, health programs to comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Preparing plans to eliminate or mitigate hazards that pose risk to human, health, safety or the environment. Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures. Develop site-specific plans as Universal Waste, Hearing Conservation Program, Job Hazard Analysis, Emergency Action Plan, Hazard Communication (Haz Com), Permit required confined space (PRCS), Personal, protection Equipment (PPE), Risk Management (RMP). Key Contributions • Proactively develops additional business within client base. Identifies and analyzes customer needs, develops concepts and proposals, schedules activities and closes contracts. • Conducts safety audits and assessments, develops customized reports and safety manuals, and delivers regulatory related training. Show less
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Brugola OEB Industriale S.p.A.
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Italy
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Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Environmental Health Safety Specialist
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Nov 2018 - Nov 2021
Hired to management the Health, Safety and Environmental department to administers environmental health and safety programs; develops and implements company policies and procedures. Conducted safety and evaluate the environment, equipment, and processes in working areas to ensure compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards. Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics. Administers the SPCC, NPDES Storm Water and Industrial Wastewater programs according with the plans/procedures and pollution prevention measures, site inspections according with state and federal standards. Investigates and documents accidents/incidents occurring on company. Maintain the OSHA 300, OSHA 3001, and the OSHA 300A logs for the facility. Assist to develop site-specific plans as Confined Space, Hearing Conservation Program, Hot Work Permits, Chemical Hygiene Plan, 5 Five S program, etc. Perform audiometric testing to implement hearing conservation program to preventing occupational hearing lost. Undergo regular inspections and audits, including, but not limited such as fire alarms, sprinklers and conduct fire drills. Delivered sustainability metrics and maintain current ISO 14001 programs and processes maintaining certifications fulfill customer sustainability reporting requests. Management hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste program per requirements of RCRA and SARA title III, and DOT. Promotes safety consciousness among employees by providing accurate and informative data, conducting safety meetings, giving timely feedback, on safety suggestions and visibly supporting the safety program(s). Key Contributions: • Develops health and safety procedures for all areas of the company. • Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks. • Maintain current ISO 14001 programs and processes maintaining certifications Show less
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EHS Consultants-Hazmat Specialist
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Vega Alta, Puerto Rico
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Environmental, Health and Safety Consultant Assistant
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Jun 2013 - Jun 2018
Hired to assist the training of engineers, supervisors and employees on OSHA standards, site-specific and employer safety requirements. Assist in the development of safety polices and procedures to provide proper interpretation and compliance with governmental safety, health and environmental regulations. Assist to develop site-specific plans, Job Hazard Analysis (JSA), Safe Operating Procedures (SOP), Risk Management Plan (RMP) and Emergency Action Plan as required by the local, state and federal law. Reviewed and edited documents and worked with databases, data entry, and data management. Key Contributions: • Assist to develop site-specific plans required by local, state and federal laws • Assist to conduct Environmental, Health and Safety Training Show less
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TotalEnergies
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France
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Intern (HSEQ)
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May 2015 - Jun 2016
Hired to lead an occupational risk assessment in the hydrocarbon storage and distribution area. I evaluated potential hazards and occupational risk on work operations, engineering equipment as well as environmental impact in case of emergency events. Also, evaluated injury and accident database at the global level of the company. The evaluation was conducted in order to conduct a statistical analysis of the accidents and injuries and the determination of the causes and provide feedback to establish the corresponding safety program. Additionally, I also conducted risk assessments to provide a safety environment at the jobsite and reduced the probability of accidents and injuries. In addition, I performed occupational testing to measure the exposure of hydrocarbons on employees working in the storage and distribution fuels. Moreover, I created a risk plan for the company, using the corporation safety guidelines according to ISO 31000 risk management requirements. I contributed with expedition of environmental permits to register underground storage tanks (UST’s) that are required by local and federal laws. Finally, I was in charge of the near miss reports to be evaluated and provided respective corrective actions. Key Contributions: • Performed a Risk management plan for company • Lead a project to minimize risks in the workplace • Identify root cause of safety and industrial hygiene problems • Ensure environmental regulatory compliance according by local and federal law Show less
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Assistant Manager
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Nov 2005 - May 2012
Hired to manage and supervise employees on daily operations in a retail venue. Performed budgeting, networking with suppliers, implemented safety policies and setting sales targets. Responsible for carrying out the goal thought positive and effective communication with the customer as well as efficient operation of the store. Assisted in data entry, freight delivery and pack-away procedures for accurate inventory. Planned and prepared work schedules to meet the needs of the store and assigned employees to specific duties. Opened and closed the store according to safety guidelines of the company. Key Contributions: • Coach and support other team members • Hire and train new employees for the sales floor • Maintain and monitor store inventory • Ensure that the store is clean, safe and presentable for customer Show less
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Education
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2014 - 2016
Universidad Metropolitana
Master’s Degree, Master of Science in Environmental Management Science 3.55 -
2005 - 2013
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Puerto Rico
Bachelor's Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General 3.56 -
2005 - 2009
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
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