Oluwafemi Yekinni
Chicago
Summary
Health & Safety Engineer with a strong background in both safety engineering and production supervision across manufacturing and industrial environments. Skilled in developing and enforcing safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and industry standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, improve operational efficiency, and reduce workplace incidents. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and leadership experience to drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement at
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Manager
MAYAM Associates
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Oversaw the development and implementation of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs across multiple sites, ensuring full compliance with Occupational health, fire codes, and local regulations.
- Conducted routine safety inspections, hazard assessments, and risk analyses, identifying potential issues and enforcing corrective actions to reduce incidents.
- Led incident investigations, prepared detailed reports, and implemented root cause corrective actions that decreased workplace accidents by 15%.
- Designed and delivered safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees, contractors, and site supervisors, improving compliance rates and safety awareness.
- Collaborated with Site managers, maintenance teams, and contractors to integrate safety practices into daily operations and capital projects.
- Maintained accurate documentation of safety audits, permits, and regulatory compliance for internal and external inspections.
- Coordinated emergency response planning, drills, and evacuation procedures, strengthening preparedness across all facilities.
Production & Quality Assurance Supervisor
Rite Foods Company
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Supervised daily production operations across 3 manufacturing lines, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards.
- Directed a team of 150 employees (including casual workers, and technicians), providing coaching, training, and performance management to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Collaborated with safety and engineering teams to identify hazards, implement corrective measures, and enforce Occupational Safety, and company safety standards.
- Monitored production schedules, coordinated material flow, and maintained equipment readiness to meet customer demand and minimize downtime.
- Applied lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
- Conducted root cause analyses of production issues and implemented solutions that improved output and reduced errors.
- Prepared daily production reports and maintained documentation for audits and regulatory inspections.
- Played a key role in building a culture of safety by leading incident investigations, and continuous safety training initiatives.
Education
Master - Public Health
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12.2024
MSc - Public Health and Environmental Engineering
University of Ibadan
02.2021
B.Eng. - Chemical Engineering
Covenant University
02.2015
Skills
- OSHA & EPA Compliance
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Mitigation
- Safety Training & Workforce Engagement
- Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions
- Production & Operations Management
- Incident Investigation & Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Regulatory Documentation & Audits
- Proficient User of Microsoft Packages- Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
- Proficient user of Aspen HYSYS
- Construction safety
- Crisis management
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Hazard identification
- Electrical safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Occupational health
- Safety training
- Noise control
- Environmental management
- Emergency preparedness
- Machine guarding
- Industrial hygiene
- Competent user of MATLAB, Auto-CAD
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Hazard Communication (HazCom,GHS)
- NFPA 70E (Standards for Electrical Safety in workspace)
- Certified Environmental Specialist
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health and Safety Manager
MAYAM Associates
01.2021 - 08.2024
Production & Quality Assurance Supervisor
Rite Foods Company
01.2014 - 12.2014
B.Eng. - Chemical Engineering
Covenant University
Master - Public Health
Western Illinois University
MSc - Public Health and Environmental Engineering
University of Ibadan
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