THOMAS SCHWARK

Philadelphia, PA 19127 | H: (215) 482-3384 | C: 215-499-8095 | tom_schwark@comcast.net

Summary
Accomplished manager with 20+ years of experience in operations, logistics and safety for industry leading organizations with professional leadership abilities on a national level. Maintain high level of standards to avoid time and cost expenditures. Quality Safety Training Specialist with the ability to analyze operations, pinpoint areas of improvement and redesign, and implement plans and training that generate profitable results. Effective Communicator and Leader , able to guide comprehensive solutions to difficult problems and direct positive employee results in a wide range of issues and cross-cultural environments. Excellent Relationship Builder with core values of integrity, openness and trust, accountability with ethics, morality and honesty that guide sustainable relationships and securing a consensus among cross functional team members.

Highlights & Key Skills

Root Cause Analysis Safety & Operational Management Regulatory Compliance OSHA Training & Audit Work force leadership management Fortune 500 experience MSDS management Risk management Microsoft Office Bloodborne Pathogens Emergency Action Plans Excellent classroom & training management Creative loss prevention & development Behavior modification guidance Clear speaking and comprehensive listening skills

Supply Chain, Logistics Manager

Positive atmosphere promotion HAZMAT DOT FMCSA training Results tracking oriented Smith's System Defensive driving Instructor Hazard Communication Fire Prevention

Experience
Regional Safety Manager | Operations US Southeast, US Great Lakes at Apria Healthcare 03/2011 to 12/2013 Trevose, PA

Implement, execute, and ensure compliance with company safety and environmental policies. Applied positive reinforcement method to redirect negative behaviors. Lead >200 incident investigation process, root cause identification and completion of corrective action plans. Train managers on safety practices, fire prevention, materials handling techniques MSDS Management for chemicals, toxins, equipment per OSHA, EPA, and State/Local Regulators. Interface with regulatory bodies, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and State/Local Regulators. Monitor annual safety training and operational programs. Hazardous/Environmental, Emergency planning submitted to regulatory agencies. Create training materials for instructors and employees, maintain and improve job skills. Developed training programs for specific assigned job tasks, including ergonomics and material handling. Developed all technical training materials for new processes. Trained >200 employees within three regions on all safety findings from audits. Conducted small group and individual at risk activities based on differentiated learning needs . Organized and conducted <125 Safety Audits of hands-on at risk activities. Drafted more than 25 job aids for at risk activities and department functions. Conducted one-on-one tutoring for new managers on Safety & Risk management and OSHA. Developed, created and shared best practices across the company.

Safety & Environmental Field Manager | Operations Manager Praxair Healthcare

03/2007 to 03/2011 Southampton, PA

Guide corporate policies for the development of all employees and implementation of training strategies. Provide guidance to all field branch managers and their designee distribution, safety and quality policies. Developed pertinent training and materials to support all policies and procedures. Create and update implement roll out process for new policies with minimal disruption with associated business strategies . Establish process for driver capability as Smith System Driver Instructor. Reduction of facility incidents from inspections and participation by all employees. Lead DOT and FMCSA compliance training. Develop and shared best practices communications across the company. Mentored, coached and trained 60 safety team members. Developed slideshows and other forms of media to present project to the executive team . Managed all safety related activities with subcontractors and property management . Acted as liaison between construction managers and tenant during build-out for safety concerns. Created monthly safety information pamphlets to eliminate at risk behaviors. Traveled for conferences, workshops, audits and presentations. Developed and implemented training procedures for all newly hired personnel.

Area Operations Manager Praxair Healthcare Services

02/2002 to 03/2007 Southampton, PA

Incorporated a highly successful integration program with a priority on the recruitment, training and retention of top-caliber professionals. Developed a team that was proficient in all levels of compliance and safety operations. Team lead for operational & logistical for 3 major acquisitions. Successful integration including 4 Businesses and 9 locations using and creating a comprehensive compliance checklist and accountability program. Developed and implemented strategic manager solutions incorporating team leadership following positive safety motivation and promoting from with-in. Leadership seminars, know what you don't know and constant monitoring. Prepared annual training modules for safety commitment programs from RCA findings. Provided consult to information technologies in all principal decisions.

Area Operations Manager | Branch Manager Alpine Medical Conducted bottom-up organization plan in preparation for grand opening. Undertook all Logistical responsibilities to open 5 area new start up locations. Negotiated contracts with outside vendors to minimize costs. Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities of 25 transportation employees. Defined appropriate metrics and measurements to drive results. Completed and followed up on all registration and traffic documents. Forwarded client-related quality and service issues to the appropriate manager for resolution. Resolved problems for customers, warehouses and carriers. Acquire all equipment, inventory and supplies. Recruited, hired and trained all new employees.

10/1998 to 02/2002 Bensalem, PA

Warehouse | Operations Manager PharMerica

12/1994 to 10/1998 Plymouth Meeting, PA

Manage logistics of over 300 medication deliveries, over three shifts daily and 24hr emergency deliveries. Recruit, supervise, train, mentor >25 drivers and vehicles and 3 warehouse personnel. Dispatch and Maintain schedule 100 clients throughout region. Maintained proper compliance logs, including refrigerator temperatures and IV hood and IV pump repair/maintenance. Maintained inventory levels and supplies and verifying deliveries against purchase orders. Filled departmental requisitions and crash cart medication trays. Verified accuracy and completeness of information on drivers logs. Maintained proper storage and security conditions for the facility. Consistently upheld proper pharmacy and general safety procedures and standards. Appropriately resolved customer issues, complaints and questions. Ensure all medications were delivered on time, 24 hours a day. Responsible for the professional look and appearance of all vehicle and drivers. Ensure vehicles were well maintained, clean and branded accurately.

Education
Diploma Roxborough High School Philadelphia, PA