Highlights:Implementation of Safety Programs: Successfully designed and implemented comprehensive safety programs across multiple sites, resulting in a 30% reduction in workplace incidents over three years. Regulatory Compliance: Led initiatives that ensured 100% compliance with OSHA regulations and environmental laws, earning recognition from regulatory bodies for excellence in safety practices. Training and Development: Developed and delivered training programs that improved employee awareness and engagement in safety protocols, achieving a 95% completion rate among staff. Sustainability Initiatives: Spearheaded sustainability projects that reduced waste by 25% and improved energy efficiency, aligning company practices with environmental standards. Crisis Management: Successfully managed emergency response plans and drills, ensuring readiness for potential incidents, which was commended during external audits. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with engineering and operations teams to integrate EHS considerations into project planning, leading to safer designs and processes. Awards and Recognition: Received the "EHS Excellence Award" for outstanding contributions to workplace safety and environmental stewardship within the organization.

Skills:Problem Solving, Working with a sense of urgency, Proactivity, Team Spirit, fire systems administratilon., Risk reduction strategies, Managment of Industrial safety projects, Results based on KPI´s

Goal:I aim to contribute to creating safe and sustainable work environments by implementing risk management strategies and complying with environmental regulations. My goal is to develop training programs and audits that promote a proactive safety culture, minimizing incidents and ensuring employee well-being and environmental protection.

Certification:External training agent.-STPS (Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión social) Reg No.- VESM871028FJ3-00005 64 Accredited Courses External Advisor.- Protección civil. External Instructor .- Protección Civil

Coordinsdor EHS B 02/2024 - current
North American Production Sharing, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Shelter Company
Dedicated EHS Coordinator with experience in environmental, health, and safety management for Shelter companies
I have served as a leader in managing the Safety, Hygiene, and Environment department within foreign investment companies. My primary role has been to ensure that operational start-ups adhere to all regulatory requirements, thereby establishing a safe working environment aligned with established environmental standards. This has involved implementing policies and procedures that not only meet local and international legal mandates but also foster sustainable and responsible workplace practices. I have maintained a strong focus on continuous process improvement and staff training to uphold rigorous standards of safety and environmental stewardship across all phases of company operations.--
freelancer 05/2023 - 02/2024
EHS Global, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: EHS Consultancy
Dedicated EHS Coordinator with experience in environmental, health, and safety management in food processing plants. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Familiar with industry standards and protocols specific to food production environments.
As a consultant, I specialize in providing training services to employees across various companies, offering advisory support in regulatory compliance, developing studies and industrial safety programs, and facilitating governmental processes to ensure adherence to EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) regulations.--
Health Safety Environment Coordinator 11/2022 - 05/2023
JNM de México, Arteaga, Coahuila Mexico
Industry: Automotive Stamings company
Dedicated EHS Coordinator with experience in environmental, health, and safety management in automotive stamping plants, overseeing operations in two facilities across Mexico. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Familiar with safety standards specific to manufacturing environments.
My primary responsibility was to ensure regulatory compliance and drive cultural transformation within a stamping company that previously had high accident rates. My biggest challenge was managing cultural change and implementing safe work policies, rules and procedures, particularly in the operation of high-risk presses and tools. It was immensely satisfying for me to achieve a favorable result in the audit carried out by the Secretary of Labor, which identified 12 standards previously indicated in audits prior to my arrival at the company and during my management, I maintained strict compliance with these regulations.--
Consultant & Instructor 04/2021 - 10/2022
EHSA Programas, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Consulting Agency
Dedicated EHS Consultant and Trainer with experience in environmental, health, and safety management, collaborating with OSHA and the University of Arlington, TX. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing compliance strategies, and delivering training programs. Familiar with industry regulations and best practices
During my time at EHSA Programas, I had the opportunity to visit major companies in different parts of Mexico, providing high- impact training and regulatory compliance consulting. I had very good mentors and colleagues who made my stay very satisfying. As a challenge, I learned American OSHA regulations thanks to the mentoring provided by the company backed by the University of Arlington, Texas.--
freelancer 09/2019 - 04/2021
EHS Global, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: EHS Consultancy
Dedicated Freelance EHS Consultant with experience in environmental, health, and safety management across various industries. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing compliance strategies, and providing training. Familiar with industry regulations and best practices
As a consultant, I specialize in providing training services to employees across various companies, offering advisory support in regulatory compliance, developing studies and industrial safety programs, and facilitating governmental processes to ensure adherence to EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) regulations.--
EHS Coordinator 02/2018 - 09/2019
Cis Consultores, Salinas Victoria, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Food Industry
Dedicated EHS Coordinator with experience in environmental, health, and safety management in food processing plants. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
My involvement in the Mondelez project in Salinas Victoria has been a significant milestone in my career. It has been one of the largest projects in my profession, as upon arrival, I had to manage a plant in three critical phases: construction, equipment installation, and startup. I oversaw safety operations for a workforce of 3,500 employees per shift, leading a team of 35 safety supervisors and 6 auditors. One of the major challenges was learning to manage contractors engaged in high-risk activities across all areas of the company. I implemented effective safety policies and risk analysis processes that greatly contributed to risk reduction and accident control.--
EHS Coordinator 01/2011 - 01/2018
Matersa, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Company Especialized in boilers and power plants
Dedicated Safety Coordinator with experience in safety management for construction and maintenance projects involving boilers and power plants. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Familiar with safety standards and protocols specific to energy and boiler operations.
My role at Matersa involved multiple activities including human resources, industrial safety, environmental management, and logistics. I became a trusted figure for executives, overseeing the initiation and completion of projects across various locations throughout Mexico. This role exposed me to diverse industries and processes over the years, accumulating valuable insights into work methods and decision-making. Working in the energy services sector provided continuous learning opportunities, teaching me resilience during critical moments and the ability to adapt intelligently and efficiently. It was undoubtedly a valuable learning experience in my professional career.--
Industrial Safety Supervisor 03/2009 - 12/2010
Constructora Palafox, Franciso I Madero , Coahuila Mexico
Industry: Engineering Services contractor
In this project I had the opportunity in safety management for petrochemical projects and gas compression stations. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
My experience working at Pemex plants allowed me to become familiar with the SSPA system and the stringent safety requirements needed to work with petrochemicals, specifically Natural Gas, on the project of a Natural Gas compression station for PEMEX in Francisco I. Madero, Coahuila. It was the first time I worked on a civil project with a high risk of fire and explosion. The necessity to apply rigorous safety measures motivated me to join an emergency brigade for the first time, where I learned firefighting methods and safe procedures for opening gas lines. This enriching experience sparked my interest in studying at the firefighter academy--
Water treatment technician 01/2008 - 11/2008
Atlatec, Cadereyta, NUEVO LEON Mexico
Industry: Water treatment plants
Dedicated Water Treatment Technician with experience in water quality assessments and regulatory compliance. Skilled in data collection, analysis, and reporting on water treatment processes. Strong understanding of water treatment technologies and environmental regulations. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement best practices. Proficient in using monitoring equipment and software to ensure accurate data collection. Committed to promoting water sustainability and environmental protection in all aspects of my work.
I had the opportunity to learn a great deal at this on-site water treatment services company, where I began by learning about water treatment. This included understanding various types of package plants and the processes necessary for polishing and treating water. I was involved in operating and maintaining equipment such as reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, activated carbon, water softeners, aerobic biological plants, sludge treatment systems, among others. I worked at different plants in Nuevo León, learning to adapt the treatment methods according to each plant's effluent type.--
Industrial Safety Supervisor 11/2008 - 03/2009
Islas Industries, Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Water treatment plants
Dedicated Safety Supervisor with experience in construction site safety and a focus on water treatment plants. Skilled in conducting safety assessments and supporting compliance with regulations. Familiar with safety standards and protocols specific to construction environments.
I started getting involved in Industrial Safety at this company, even though I was originally hired for designing water treatment plants due to my previous experience in operating such facilities. However, given the circumstances of projects during the equipment installation at an industrial plant, I took on the role of managing permits, conducting risk analyses, and ensuring compliance with safety requirements during the treatment plant installation. They recognized my potential in this area, leading to a complete shift in my role, focusing primarily on Industrial Safety.--
Environmental technician 08/2007 - 01/2008
Valuatec Monterrey, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico
Industry: Environmental Laboratories
Dedicated Environmental Technician with experience in environmental assessments, regulatory monitoring, and sustainability initiatives. Skilled in data collection, analysis, and reporting on air quality. Strong knowledge of environmental laws and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement best practices. Proficient in using monitoring equipment and software to ensure accurate data collection. Committed to promoting environmental protection and sustainability in all aspects of my work.
This company marked the beginning of my professional career, starting with an internship and transitioning to a full-time employee role. My primary responsibilities included chimney sampling, analysis of micro-environmental contaminants using measurement instruments such as suspended particle analyzers, toxicological studies, noise measurement, lighting measurement, thermography studies, and combustion spot measurement in boilers and gas burners. Being promoted to crew leader within a month of starting my duties was gratifying, it demonstrated my reliability. I was entrusted with managing a sampling unit. All of this work was carried out for both local and foreign subsidiaries of the Vitro Group.--

Universidad Tecnologica Gral Mariano Escobedo 01/2005 - 08/2008
Gral. Escobedo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Engineering
**Summary for Environmental Engineering Career** Passionate Environmental Engineer focused on sustainability and environmental protection. Knowledgeable in natural resource management, environmental impact assessment, and water and waste treatment technologies. Skilled in data analysis and technical report writing, with experience in research projects and developing innovative solutions. Committed to promoting sustainable practices and implementing policies that enhance environmental quality, seeking a balance between industrial development and environmental conservation.

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