Julie Ekwall II, CPhT
Johnstown
Summary
Occupational Health and Safety Student with leadership experience in retail management, pharmacy operations, and industrial mining environments. Skilled in hazard recognition, risk assessment, employee training, regulatory compliance, and operational leadership. OSHA 30 certified and Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with a proven ability to promote workplace safety, improve team performance, and maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emerging Store Manager
Walgreens
Brighton, CO
07.2024 - Current
- Lead daily operations of a retail and pharmacy environment, ensuring compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.
- Supervise, coach, and develop team members through onboarding, training, performance feedback, and ongoing support.
- Promote a safe workplace by identifying hazards, enforcing safety protocols, and maintaining compliance with OSHA and Walgreens standards.
- Manage inventory, scheduling, cash handling, and operational audits to support efficiency, accuracy, and loss prevention efforts.
- Foster employee engagement and customer satisfaction by building a positive team culture and addressing operational challenges effectively.
- Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance workflow, productivity, and overall store performance.
Production Technician / Mine Rescue
Navajo Transitional Energy Company
Gillette, WY
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Maintained compliance with MSHA regulations and workplace safety standards in a high-risk mining environment.
- Operated, inspected, and maintained heavy production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Participated in mine rescue, emergency response, fire suppression, and rescue rope training exercises.
- Conducted equipment inspections, identified potential hazards, and assisted in troubleshooting operational issues to minimize downtime and safety risks.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes while maintaining safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Worked rotating schedules in demanding conditions while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06-2028
Skills
- Hazard Recognition & Control
- Risk Assessment
- OSHA Compliance
- Safety Training
- Employee Development
- Leadership
- Incident Reporting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Workplace Inspections
- Inventory Management
- Team Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Emergency Response
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Onboarding & Training
Certification
- OSHA 30 General Industry
- OSHA 30 Construction
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
- BLS Provider
- CEVO 4 Ambulance
- QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper
- MSHA Methane/Oxygen Deficiency
Timeline
Emerging Store Manager
Walgreens
07.2024 - Current
Production Technician / Mine Rescue
Navajo Transitional Energy Company
07.2021 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety
Columbia Southern University