Jerry Jones
Charlotte Metro
Summary
Safety professional with strong background in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and incident investigation. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, ensuring workplace safety and operational efficiency. Highly skilled in developing safety protocols, conducting training programs, and implementing corrective actions. Dependable and results-driven, consistently enhancing safety standards and reducing hazards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of Environmental Health and Safety
Trowel Craft Group
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Executed operational plans aligning with corporate objectives and performance metrics.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance organizational growth and market presence.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
Corporate Director of Safety Services
Concrete Supply Company
Charlotte Metro
02.2021 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented training programs on safety protocols for company.
- Monitored compliance with OSHA,DOT and EPA regulations, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Investigated incidents and accidents, documenting findings and recommending preventive measures.
- Assisted in creating site-specific safety plans tailored to project requirements.
- Evaluated personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, providing guidance on proper selection and use.
- Enhanced job site safety by implementing comprehensive safety programs and conducting thorough inspections.
- Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes and develop preventative actions, minimizing future incidents.
Area Safety Instructor
Argos USA
Indian Trail, North Carolina
09.2016 - 02.2021
- Adept in SAP in data processing, ensuring quality and seamless operational success
- Developed, implemented, and managed Argos Training Matrix program from the ground up, consisting of new hire orientation training, refresher training (alternating 50% of the entire workforce yearly) including C-suite, management, and hourly employees, as well as safety bonus training utilizing 70/20/10 matrix
- Established and held accountable for KPIs and measurable data in order to issue safety bonuses through the IPO (I Promise Observation) program that bridged interactions between operations management and the main workforce after we found a lack of interaction between operations and main workforce, resulting in adding coachable moments, valuable and impactful moments for employees through a blended learning matrix
- Provided training development for 10K+ employees over 340+ locations in the US
- Responsible for all OSHA loss time, medical, severity rate and other industry specific KPIs for motor vehicle accidents that tracked in 3 categories (preventable/non-preventable, property damage and near misses), trending data to trigger and push training in focus, resulting in the development of a safety meeting quality improvement program
- Managed 33 direct reports consisting of training coordinators, corporate trainers, and SMEs certified twice a year by myself
- Vetted vendors including JJ Keller and Dupont to get training materials together and perform an analysis to help bring our safety program live
- Manager of compliance for OSHA, including results of lowering LTIF’s from 12 to 0 in 4 years, medical incidents from 48 to 4, and First Aid’s from 102 to 5 as a direct result of targeted training and a tracking program which achieved accurate, viable and usable numbers.
- (3 years 4 months)
Operations & Safety Manager
United Site Services
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Managed 48 direct reports including 3 Operations Supervisors and 45 drivers
- Integral part of extensive negotiations for major speedways and special events across the country including Charlotte Motor Speedway, Darlington Raceway, Dover, and Richmond equaling $42M YOY
- Operations and safety management responsibilities including overseeing all P&L, maintaining inventory and inspections for the facility
- Maintained all industry OSHA, EPA, EHS, and DOT records while leading onsite visits, inspections, and audits
- Knowledgeable on ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 procedures.
- Facilitated safety meetings to promote awareness and encourage feedback from staff.
Safety Manager/Operations Manager
Atlantic Concrete Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed 4 Plant Managers as direct reports, including all operational needs concerning safety management.
- Identified industry specific thresholds and ensured they were met and/or maintained concerning loss time incidents, medical severity incidents, achieving and tracking targeted OSHA metrics.
- Collaborated with management to improve incident reporting and investigation processes.
- Maintained accurate records of safety inspections and incidents for regulatory compliance.
- Trained staff on safety procedures and emergency response protocols to ensure understanding and adherence.
Safety Manager/Operations Manager
Gel Corp, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Managed 44 direct reports (hourly employees) and had full P&L responsibility while maintaining safe operations throughout the plant.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to enhance workplace compliance.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Trained staff on safety procedures and emergency response protocols to ensure understanding and adherence.
Operations Manager
Republic Services
Jenison, Michigan
06.1999 - 09.2009
- Safety and OSHA trainer.
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- CDL trainer.
- Conducted route inspections.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to improve process workflows and problem resolution.
- Implemented best practices for waste management and recycling initiatives.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in service quality.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA - Business Administration and Management, General
University of Phoenix
01.2015
Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General
Grand Rapids Central High School
01.1995
Skills
- Analytical decision-making
- Analytical reasoning
- Team leadership
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Accident investigation
- Safety training
- OSHA compliance
- Environmental management
Certification
- CSP - Certified Safety Professional
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- LSP- Licensed Safety Professional
- Smith System Driver Trainer Course
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Instructor
Timeline
VP of Environmental Health and Safety
Trowel Craft Group
05.2025 - Current
Corporate Director of Safety Services
Concrete Supply Company
02.2021 - 05.2025
Area Safety Instructor
Argos USA
09.2016 - 02.2021
Operations & Safety Manager
United Site Services
01.2016 - 01.2016
Safety Manager/Operations Manager
Atlantic Concrete Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2015
Safety Manager/Operations Manager
Gel Corp, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2014
Operations Manager
Republic Services
06.1999 - 09.2009
Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General
Grand Rapids Central High School
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA - Business Administration and Management, General
University of Phoenix