DANIEL HUGHES
westminster
Summary
Professional with strong background in safety management, ready to ensure compliance and enhance workplace safety protocols. Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance, with focus on fostering culture of safety and team collaboration. Known for adaptability, reliability, and achieving results in dynamic environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Manager
Western Industrial Contractors
Halethorpe MD
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Site Safety Manager, Western Industrial Contractors April 2025 - Present
- Ensured OSHA compliance by regularly reviewing and updating safety policies and procedures.
- Facilitated site safety training programs to enhance employee awareness and adherence to safety standards.
- Performed incident investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Conducted safety audits to evaluate and improve workplace safety practices and compliance.
- Implemented safety protocols to mitigate risks and enhance the overall safety environment.
- Applied risk assessment techniques to identify potential hazards and develop strategies for risk reduction.
- Led safety audits to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company standards.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and hazard recognition.
- Coordinated regular toolbox talks, reinforcing key safety concepts among employees on a consistent basis.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by holding individuals responsible for their safety performance and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of all safety-related activities, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes.
- Maintained safe and healthful job site while meeting or exceeding standard safety policies.
- Verified that team members wore personal protective equipment in construction areas.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Provided ongoing support to supervisors in managing their teams'' adherence to established safety standards and guidelines.
Plant Manager/ Assistant General Manager
TW Perry / Builders Firstsource
Woodbine, MD
07.2005 - 12.2024
- Plant Manager/ Assistant General Manager, TW Perry/BFS Woodbine July 2005 - December 2024
- Oversee daily operations with a focus on creating purchase orders for lumber and materials, and managing inventory control.
- Manage payroll administration using ADP and Dayforce, and conduct performance reviews and promotion assessments for a diverse team.
- Coordinate scheduling and monitoring of truss and engineered wood products, and manage dispatch for delivery operations, ensuring compliance with safety training and procedures.
- Train employees on safety directives and monitor all aspects of the safety program to ensure compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Managed production schedules, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving informed decision-making for continuous improvement.
- Developed and implemented safety policies to enhance workplace compliance and reduce incident rates.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Led training sessions for staff on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and equipment usage.
- Managed audits of safety programs, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Mentored junior safety personnel, fostering a culture of continuous learning and safety awareness across the organization.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Assessed new equipment acquisitions for potential hazards before integration into the workplace environment.
- Developed and enforced strict safety protocols, significantly lowering number of workplace accidents.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and areas for safety improvement.
- Updated and maintained safety documentation, keeping records accurate for audits and compliance checks.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in daily operations.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for optimal profitability.
- Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.
Production Manager/Safety Director
Universal Forest Products
08.2001 - 07.2005
- Production Manager/Safety Director, Universal Forest Products August 2001 - July 2005
- Managed a diverse team, overseeing second shift production operations, ensuring smooth workflow, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Directed comprehensive training for new hires, supervised loading activities, and managed inventory control, contributing to enhanced safety and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure production efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline workflow processes and enhance productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Developed and implemented safety programs to enhance workplace compliance and employee well-being.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Led training sessions for staff on emergency response procedures and equipment usage.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments for reporting potential hazards or unsafe conditions, enabling prompt action and resolution.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding best practices for maintaining safe work environments tailored to their specific needs.
- Reduced accident rates by ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards.
- Improved workplace safety by implementing comprehensive training programs and conducting regular audits.
- Spearheaded incident prevention initiatives by proactively addressing identified areas of concern within the workplace environment.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
Production Manager Field Service Representative
84 Components
06.1998 - 08.2001
- Production Manager Field Service Representative at 84 Components June 1998 - August 2001 (3.5 Years)
- Led a team of 25, directing the production of wall panels focusing on quality and efficiency.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved concerns to maintain high levels of satisfaction with the final product.
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety regulations.
- Streamlined manufacturing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waste across production lines.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
Education
Machinist Program -
Carroll County Career & Technology Center
Westminster, MDHigh School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Westminster Senior High
Westminster, MDSkills
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Construction safety
- Hazard identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Fall protection
- Fire prevention
- Welding safety
- Policy enforcement
Certification
- Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-hughes-2545a7122
- CERTIFICATION AND LICENSES
- 02/2018 Training Certification OSHA
Additional Information
Continuous training done thru Builders Firstsource internal development programs.
Timeline
Site Safety Manager
Western Industrial Contractors
04.2025 - 12.2025
Plant Manager/ Assistant General Manager
TW Perry / Builders Firstsource
07.2005 - 12.2024
Production Manager/Safety Director
Universal Forest Products
08.2001 - 07.2005
Production Manager Field Service Representative
84 Components
06.1998 - 08.2001
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Westminster Senior High
Machinist Program -
Carroll County Career & Technology Center