1. Mark A. Aeschleman
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14610 Ontario Place, Davie, FL., (305) 968-7352 • Aescham@ymail.com
PROFILE
Accomplished EH&S professional that is highly proficient in program development, project planning
and program implementation. Advanced communication and training skills along with extensive
experience in areas of safety, distribution, and manufacturing.
SKILLS
Successful EH&S program development
Skilled project management
Exceptional communication skills
Experienced trainer
Excellent presentation skills
WORK HISTORY
EH&S Manager 03/07/2016– Present HeartWare Inc.
Developed and established a corporate safety culture.
Responsibilities
Establishes safety programs designed to increase employee participation, commitment, and
accountability.
Manages all safety-related training programs.
Maintains compliance to all state and local regulations and permit requirements
Creates and maintains corporate EH&S budget
Oversees and enhances all emergency programs and protocols.
Manages all biohazard and hazardous materials activities for the Company
Accomplishments
Gained corporate commitment to safety by working directly with the CEO in the creation of
the Company safety vision.
Established and chaired a Safety Council designed to identify root causes and implement
corrective actions for all injury and near-miss incidents.
Increased overall employee participation, in safety, through the development of numerous
recognition programs, the development of safety teams and sub-committees, and employee
participative events.
Established First Responder team and ensured proper certification and training was provided.
Developed incident investigation procedures for all incidents.
Led the safety team in the development of the Company safety mascot, safety communication
centers and mini ergonomic breaks.
Reduced the cost of biohazard waste disposal by 46%.
Converted “clean room” gowning procedures that improved safety and reduced cost by 35%.
2. EH&S RegionalManager 01/2006to 10/1/2015 CaterpillarLogistics Inc.
Provided EH&S support for facilities throughout Florida, Texas, South America, Brazil, Dubai, and
Australia.
Responsibilities
Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
Conducted hazard assessment audits and assisted in the mitigation of risks
Coordinated the development of EH&S programs for startup facilities.
Ensured compliance with all OSHA recordkeeping, training, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinated activities associated with Workers Comp, medical, and insurance related issues.
Ensured facilities were compliant with all local and state regulatory requirements including
Life Safety Operating and HAZMAT permitting.
Provided Hazardous Material General Awareness and Function Specific training and
certification.
Assisted in the development of facility’s Emergency Response Plans.
Managed all security concerns for a 24/7 operation that included manpower coverage, alarm
systems, as well as the schedule and overseeing all security audits and inspections
Acted as a liaison with community law enforcement agencies, provide security related
recommendations, and assisted in facility security upgrades.
Accomplishments
Successfully developed Safety programs for startup facilities located in the United States,
Mexico, Australia, and the Middle East.
Established Root Cause and Corrective Action process to review all safety-related incidents.
Developed an Incident Investigation Training program for first line supervisors.
Conducted twenty-five 6-Sigma Safety projects with an achieved Value Prop of $4.3 million.
Developed and implemented a hazardous material/dangerous goods approval program.
Co-authored the Caterpillar Logistics’ Back-To-Basics safety program.
Earned the GOLD award in Environmental Excellence for a 6-Sigma Greenbelt-led project.
Established HAZMAT Crib for exporting Dangerous Goods.
Responsible for the selection and successful implementation of a $180,000 security system
including 64 IP CCTVs, monitors, and access control technology.
Caterpillar Platinum Coporate Sustainability Award - 2011
Safety Manager 01/2003to 01/2006 CaterpillarLogistics Inc.
Responsibilities
Ensured facility is in compliance with all OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory requirements.
Developed and oversaw all Safety Policies, Safe Job Procedures, and Safety Initiatives.
Oversaw all facility security activities including alarm, video, and access control.
Conducted all required and essential safety training to employees.
Ensured compliance with all OSHA recordkeeping, training, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinated all Workers Comp and insurance related issues.
3. Accomplishments
Zero Lost-Time injuries in 2004
Received Liberty Mutual Award for safety improvements.
Miami facility recognized, by Caterpillar CEO, as "Best of Class" for safety achievements.
QualityManager 01/2002to 03/2004 CaterpillarLogistics Inc.
Responsibilities
Resolved all Inbound material grief issues
Maintained inventory accuracy
Improved quality of all dealer shipments
Oversaw dealer claims processing
Accomplishments
Reduced claims rate by 22.6% and improved inventory accuracy to 97.5%
Developed Dealer Claims Training Manual and provided training to South American dealers.
Only Caterpillar Distribution Center to prevent a negative inventory adjustment (2003)
OperationsManager 01/1997to 12/ 2001 CaterpillarExportServices
Responsibilities
Managed day-to-day operation of shipments to U.S. and South American customers
Coordinated the expediting of material to ensure timely completion of customer’s orders.
Coordinated all Caterpillar Export Services operations in U.S.
Accomplishments
Improved efficiency of U.S. operations by realigning export business between facilities.
Managed annual shipments in excess of $12 million annually.
Oversaw successful conversion of new distribution operating system.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration Bradley University
Bachelor of Science Bradley University
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification
OSHA Principles of Occupational Safety and Health
RCRA 300 Hazardous/Toxic Waste Management
HM/DG Transportation Train the Trainer Certification (Air; Land; Sea)
NFPA 70e Certification
6-Sigma Green Belt Certification
Power Industrial Truck Train the Trainer Certification