Edward Parham
Paris
Summary
Safety and EHS professional with 15+ years of manufacturing and operations leadership experience, including hands-on responsibility for OSHA compliance, safety audits, risk assessments, and workforce safety training. Proven ability to develop and sustain a strong safety culture, reduce incidents, and support operational goals in industrial environments. OSHA 30 certified with experience in high-volume manufacturing settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Class A Driver
Mitchell Transport / Max Trans
Dresden
02.2025 - 2026
- Maintained DOT compliance, safety standards, and required documentation.
- Performed pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safe vehicle operation.
- Listed for employment continuity, not a target role.
EHS Engineer
MacLean Power Systems
Trenton
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Conducted safety inspections across the facility to identify hazards.
- Assisted in developing safety protocols and procedures for compliance.
- Collaborated with teams to implement safety training sessions for employees.
- Analyzed incident reports to determine root causes and recommend improvements.
- Monitored workplace conditions and equipment to ensure safety standards are met.
- Prepared safety documentation and reports for regulatory requirements.
- Supported emergency response planning by participating in drills and exercises.
- Communicated safety updates and best practices to all staff members effectively.
- Monitored the use of personal protective equipment to ensure it is being used properly by personnel.
- Suggested corrective solutions to reduce accidents and near-miss occurrences.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure that all job-related safety requirements are met.
- Performed risk assessments of existing processes or activities to identify potential hazards.
- Reviewed equipment designs for safety considerations and advised designers of potential hazards.
- Helped eliminate occupational hazards and ergonomic concerns through redesign efforts.
- Analyzed environmental data from air, water, soil samples for occupational health risks.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to workplace safety programs.
- Developed and implemented company-wide safety initiatives, driving substantial reductions in identified hazards and incidents with injury.
- Consulted leadership to develop and spearheaded implementation of injury and risk reduction methods and emergency procedures.
Production Supervisor
MacLean Power Systems
Trenton
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Trained team members on safety procedures and equipment operations.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated material supply for production needs.
- Conducted quality checks to maintain product standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering to resolve production issues and improve processes.
- Implemented scheduling adjustments to optimize labor resources effectively.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and performance updates.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations and company policies in the workplace.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
Team Leader
Dana Corporation
Paris
06.2010 - 03.2022
- Led team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking efforts as needed.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Assisted with equipment setup and troubleshooting in injection molding operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bethel University
McKenzie, TNSkills
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Class A Commercial Drivers License
Core Safety Competencies
- OSHA Compliance & Regulatory Audits.
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis.
- Safety Training & New Hire Orientation.
- Emergency Response Planning.
- LOTO, Forklift & Contractor Safety Programs.
- EHS Metrics, Tracking & Reporting.
- Wast Management & Recycling.
- Safety Culture Development.
- Manufacturing & Industrial Safety.
Timeline
CDL Class A Driver
Mitchell Transport / Max Trans
02.2025 - 2026
EHS Engineer
MacLean Power Systems
02.2023 - 10.2024
Production Supervisor
MacLean Power Systems
03.2022 - 02.2023
Team Leader
Dana Corporation
06.2010 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science -
Bethel University