Paul Melton, MS, CSP, REM
Associate Director of EHS at Cytovance Biologics- Claim this Profile
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Helle Rasmussen
I have had the privilege to work with Paul in LM Glasfiber. He is a dedicated Health and Safety professional, has eye out for risks and opportunities to improve safety. He is also a fantastic trainer and his safety consciousness is transferred with great success to the rest of the organization. Paul is also a dedicated colleague that gives that lends a hand in all situations, he is solution oriented and executes very well. Which I personally have experienced. I can only give my best recommendations to Paul and his professional approach to any given job.
Dana Paulson
Paul demonstrates the ability to effectively manage safety in a fast paced, heavy manufacturing environment. He implemented and develped safety programs effectively from scratch to all levels of the organization. His multidimensional approach optimize facility safety and resulted in decreased incidents and costs making his facility a safety leader in a global organization.
Helle Rasmussen
I have had the privilege to work with Paul in LM Glasfiber. He is a dedicated Health and Safety professional, has eye out for risks and opportunities to improve safety. He is also a fantastic trainer and his safety consciousness is transferred with great success to the rest of the organization. Paul is also a dedicated colleague that gives that lends a hand in all situations, he is solution oriented and executes very well. Which I personally have experienced. I can only give my best recommendations to Paul and his professional approach to any given job.
Dana Paulson
Paul demonstrates the ability to effectively manage safety in a fast paced, heavy manufacturing environment. He implemented and develped safety programs effectively from scratch to all levels of the organization. His multidimensional approach optimize facility safety and resulted in decreased incidents and costs making his facility a safety leader in a global organization.
Helle Rasmussen
I have had the privilege to work with Paul in LM Glasfiber. He is a dedicated Health and Safety professional, has eye out for risks and opportunities to improve safety. He is also a fantastic trainer and his safety consciousness is transferred with great success to the rest of the organization. Paul is also a dedicated colleague that gives that lends a hand in all situations, he is solution oriented and executes very well. Which I personally have experienced. I can only give my best recommendations to Paul and his professional approach to any given job.
Dana Paulson
Paul demonstrates the ability to effectively manage safety in a fast paced, heavy manufacturing environment. He implemented and develped safety programs effectively from scratch to all levels of the organization. His multidimensional approach optimize facility safety and resulted in decreased incidents and costs making his facility a safety leader in a global organization.
Helle Rasmussen
I have had the privilege to work with Paul in LM Glasfiber. He is a dedicated Health and Safety professional, has eye out for risks and opportunities to improve safety. He is also a fantastic trainer and his safety consciousness is transferred with great success to the rest of the organization. Paul is also a dedicated colleague that gives that lends a hand in all situations, he is solution oriented and executes very well. Which I personally have experienced. I can only give my best recommendations to Paul and his professional approach to any given job.
Dana Paulson
Paul demonstrates the ability to effectively manage safety in a fast paced, heavy manufacturing environment. He implemented and develped safety programs effectively from scratch to all levels of the organization. His multidimensional approach optimize facility safety and resulted in decreased incidents and costs making his facility a safety leader in a global organization.
Credentials
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CSP
Board of Certified Safety ProfessionalsFeb, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Environmental Systems Manager (CESM)
National Registry of Environmental Professionals -
Registered Environmental Manager (REM)
National Registry of Environmental Professionals
Experience
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Cytovance Biologics
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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100 - 200 Employee
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Associate Director of EHS
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Apr 2022 - Present
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF EHS Oklahoma City, OK Biopharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in the production of therapeutic proteins and antibodies from both mammalian cell culture and microbial fermentation. I direct all EHS programs for biopharmaceutical manufacturing through mammalian cell culture and microbial fermentation processes adhering to cGMP standards and within BSL-1 & BSL-2 protocol levels. I lead two EHS professionals who support ~350 employees in multiple facilities. In less than (5) months I have achieved the following milestones: • Completed the creation and subsequent implementation of an exhaustive Biosafety Program, area assessment forms, BSL-2 Large Scale control measures, internal biosafety committee responsibilities, and supporting equipment upgrades representing ~ $1 million cost-savings from outside third-party program development, training curriculum creation, and training for 300+ personnel. • Facilitated the implementation of a formal Chemical Hygiene Program for all R&D laboratories outside of cGMP standards. • Led a top-to-bottom internal chemical inventory and chemical storage audit to ensure compliance with OSHA- PSM and EPA- RMP regulations as well as NFPA flammable storage building codes. • Created EHS metrics and dashboard visibility that aligns with Executive Leadership priorities, performance incentives, and organizational goals. • Completed ISO Clean Room Gowning Qualifications for entry into manufacturing areas.
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Iron Horse Midstream, LLC
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of EHS & Regulatory
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Jul 2018 - Apr 2022
IRON HORSE MIDSTREAM Mustang, OK Midstream company operating 270 miles of natural gas pipeline with $100 million in annual revenue in the STACK-Merge-SCOOP of Central Oklahoma. . DIRECTOR OF EHS & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 2018 – Present Lead Environmental, Health, Safety, and Regulatory (EHS&R) compliance for rapid expansion of private equity project. Manage all EHS&R compliance programs with two direct reports and 25 indirect staff. Own responsibility for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program authorship, environmental and regulatory reporting, and contractor management. Subject matter expert in PHMSA, OSHA, and DEQ regulations. • $100 million EBITDA earned during three-year, $500 million fast-growth equity startup system and buildout. • $2 million in new annual financial incentives gained by establishing rapport with joint venture equity partners. • Reduced CO2 emissions 12% with 15-month ROI and annual savings of $120,000 after initiating Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction project focused on methane capture and cascaded vent processes. • $115,000 in annual savings earned through negotiation of corporate liability insurance with new provider. • Validated company’s benchmark ESG performance in top 15% of private equity peers after authoring ESG program and organizational metrics 30 days ahead of Board expectations. • Developed Process Safety Management (PSM) program for 200 MMcf/d gas processing plant and Integrity Management Program (IMP) for 270-mile gas gathering and transmission system in under 18 months with no major audit deficiencies or citations.
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Boulder Energy Solutions
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
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Sep 2017 - Jul 2018
BOULDER ENERGY SOLUTIONS Oklahoma City, OK Industrial engineering and construction firm specializing in natural gas pipelines, gas processing facilities, and compressor stations in the Permian, Delaware, and Bakken basins. HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER 2017 – 2018 Directed all HSE programs for oil and gas construction projects across the U.S. Developed and owned HSE policies and compliance programs. Supervised two direct reports and seven indirect leaders. • Completed $5 million compressor facility project eight days ahead of schedule with zero recordable injuries. • $2.8 million in new turnaround work gained after authoring and implementing PSM compliance program. • $230,000 in annual savings earned through reduction in headcount and administrative costs by leveraging mobile technology to gather compliance and quality control documentation from 180 field personnel. • Achieved $52,000 in savings each year after negotiating lease buyout of 175 multi-gas personal monitors in favor of in-house managed program.
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Southwestern Energy
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Corporate HSE Superintendent
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Mar 2009 - Sep 2017
SOUTHWESTERN ENERGY COMPANY Conway, AR Oil and gas Exploration and Production (E&P) company with 1,500 employees and EBITDA of $426 million. CORPORATE COMPLIANCE SUPERINTENDENT 2012 – 2017 Managed corporate HSE programs supporting 1,500 staff. Directed all FMCSA commercial fleet driving, crisis management and business continuity, risk management, contractor management, and regulatory reporting. • $1.3 million in annual fuel savings and 75% reduction in vehicle accidents realized with executive leadership support for in-cab telematic driver behavior program for fleet of over 1,200 vehicles. • $675,000 in outside training cost savings realized after developing first skills-based, Arkansas State Police accredited Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program. • Provided steadfast management during 2015 financial downturn that resulted in 45% reduction in workforce and organizational restructure. SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, AND SAFETY COORDINATOR 2009 – 2012 Led safety and environmental compliance for all midstream activities. Monitored safety of 120 midstream employees, 40 pipeline inspectors, and hundreds of third-party contractors. • Provide EHS oversight for over 1,000 miles of gathering and transmission pipeline construction projects to support 2 Bcf/d of production growth over three years with zero DEQ violations or civil penalties. • Managed EHS construction activities during development of 230-acre supply base while supervising SWPPP, SPCC, and NPDES discharge permit for 500 GPD wastewater treatment plant.
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LM Wind Power
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Denmark
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Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
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Nov 2007 - Mar 2009
LM WIND POWER Little Rock, AR Major fiberglass infusion manufacturer of windmill turbine blades and generating $700 million EBITDA. HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER 2007 – 2009 Authored and managed all HSE policies, compliance programs, and environmental processes for two Title V air permitting facilities with 750 employees. Oversaw regulatory reporting to state and federal agencies. • Zero lost-time accidents accomplished through effective onboarding and training of 750 employees during design, construction, commissioning, and production ramp-up of two manufacturing facilities. • Completed OSHA-NIOSH case study for more than 400 production workers, resulting in revisions to Respirator Protection Standard and successful closing of OSHA investigation at sister facility.
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Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority
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United States
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Utilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Safety & Security Manager
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Apr 2004 - Nov 2007
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority ensures waste water from homes and businesses is properly collected and safely treated to remove solids and microorganisms before being returned to the environment which safeguards residents of Little Rock. Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority ensures waste water from homes and businesses is properly collected and safely treated to remove solids and microorganisms before being returned to the environment which safeguards residents of Little Rock.
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Entergy
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United States
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Nuclear Operator
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May 2000 - Apr 2004
Electric power generation and transmission to more than 5 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy's diverse power generation portfolio includes Fossil, Renewable, Nuclear, and Hydroelectric producing ~30,000 megawatts of power across the Southcentral US. Electric power generation and transmission to more than 5 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy's diverse power generation portfolio includes Fossil, Renewable, Nuclear, and Hydroelectric producing ~30,000 megawatts of power across the Southcentral US.
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US Navy
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Engineering Watch Supervisor & Master Training Specialist: MM1(SS)
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Feb 1990 - Oct 1998
USS BILLFISH {SSN-676}, Charleston, SC Nuclear Power Training Unit- Charleston, SC Engineering Watch Supervisor/Master Training Instructor: Lead- Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT) USS BILLFISH {SSN-676}, Charleston, SC Nuclear Power Training Unit- Charleston, SC Engineering Watch Supervisor/Master Training Instructor: Lead- Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT)
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Education
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2007 - 2008
University of Arkansas
Masters in Operations Managament, Industrial Management -
2003 - 2007
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
BS in Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering
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