Jd De La Torre

Dedicated EHS professional with 14+ years of experience driving workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, build strong partnerships, and deliver results that improve safety performance and culture. Skilled communicator and collaborative team leader who works closely with all levels of the organization to understand processes, support business needs, and implement effective, practical safety solutions.

Recognized as a trusted resource for both leadership and frontline employees, with a hands-on approach to continuous improvement and risk reduction.

Safety & Maintenance Manager at Parker Hannifin (2025-02 – Present)

• Led and managed comprehensive EHS programs across multiple sites, ensuring full compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulations.
• Designed and implemented safety training programs, increasing employee compliance and reducing workplace incidents.
• Conducted detailed hazard analyses, job safety assessments (JSAs), and ergonomic evaluations to proactively mitigate risk.
• Directed annual regulatory training and maintained 100% compliance with required certifications and reporting standards.
• Spearheaded multi-site safety initiatives, including LOTO program overhauls, SDS standardization, Kaizen events, and new program rollouts.
• Led incident investigations and root cause analyses; implemented corrective actions that reduced recordable incidents and improved safety performance.
• Built and developed high-performing safety teams within manufacturing environments, fostering a strong safety culture.
• Chaired safety committee, setting monthly KPIs and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Managed environmental and regulatory reporting for CERS, CUPA, DTSC, and EPA, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversaw maintenance inventory and asset management, improving operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
• Directed preventative maintenance programs, minimizing equipment failures and increasing production uptime.
• Supervised maintenance staff, including scheduling, payroll/timecards, overtime management, and employee development.
• Coordinated with contractors and vendors for planned maintenance, emergency repairs, and facility compliance requirements.
• Managed site security systems and life safety equipment, including access control, surveillance, and fire protection systems.
• Liaised with city and county fire departments to ensure successful inspections, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Reduced recordable incidents by 25% over 2 years.
• Achieved 0 OSHA recordables in 3 year period.
• Improved PM completion rate from 70% to 95%

Safety Manager at Parker Hannifin (2022-08 – 2025-02)

• Partnered with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class internal safety support, ensuring a proactive and service-oriented safety culture.
• Collaborated closely with maintenance teams on machine guarding, safety sensors, and critical safety improvement projects.
• Worked with site leadership to coordinate employee training, audits, inspections, and continuous feedback initiatives.
• Conducted ergonomic assessments of workstations; recommended and implemented improvements to enhance safety, comfort, and productivity.
• Managed hazardous waste programs and recycling initiatives, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
• Coordinated with external contractors for facility repairs, remodels, equipment testing, and resolution of regulatory compliance findings.
• Tracked, assigned, and reported safety action items using Gensuite, ensuring timely resolution of hazards and observations.
• Promoted a positive safety culture by engaging and incentivizing employees to actively participate in safety initiatives.
• Facilitated biweekly meetings with high-performance safety teams to address departmental challenges, track project progress, and drive improvements.
• Demonstrated strong decision-making by aligning with team direction while maintaining a commitment to employee safety and organizational standards

Sr. EHS Specialist at Nike Converse (2016-04 – 2022-08)

• Served as the subject matter expert for all safety-related programs, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Supported supervisors with incident reporting, documentation, and compliance accuracy.
• Analyzed incident data and trends to develop targeted corrective actions and preventative strategies.
• Responded to employee hazard reports, identifying risks and implementing corrective measures to improve workplace safety.
• Managed contractor safety program, including onboarding, training on company safety policies, site access control, and annual recertification.
• Collaborated with contractors to ensure safe work practices during construction, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Participated in on-site construction projects, including plan reviews, egress planning, permitting, fire/life safety evaluations, and inspections.
• Developed and delivered monthly EHS training for full-time employees and temporary workforce, ensuring consistent compliance and awareness.
• Led monthly safety meetings with safety coaches and ambassadors to drive engagement and continuous improvement.
• Contributed to Lean/continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring all process changes aligned with safety standards.
• Conducted routine safety inspections (ladders, fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, first aid kits) and ensured corrective actions were completed.
• Performed quarterly emergency exit inspections and assigned action plans to address compliance gaps.
• Trained and certified employees on powered industrial vehicles (Crown/Raymond), improving operational safety and compliance.
• Onboarded and trained on-site medical staff and EHS team members on company safety programs and procedures.
• Implemented safety programs such as Trailer Dock & Release to ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA dock safety standards.
• Partnered with operations and security teams to lead accident investigations and support incident review committees.
• Participated in leadership development workshops to strengthen communication, collaboration, and team engagement skills

Sr. Safety Specialist at Amazon.com (2012-12 – 2016-03)

• Oversaw safety operations for 400–500 associates per shift, ensuring compliance and a strong safety culture in a high-volume environment.
• Managed and executed weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections to maintain regulatory compliance and operational readiness.
• Led weekly Associate Safety Committee (ASC) meetings to improve employee engagement, morale, and safety awareness.
• Supervised third-party contractors during new building construction, ensuring full adherence to OSHA safety standards and site requirements.
• Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive investigations, including workplace incidents and employee-related matters.
• Delivered training programs on Trailer Dock & Release (TDR), scissor lifts, hazardous waste handling, and safe work practices.
• Conducted comprehensive facility inspections, including stairways, ladders, fire protection systems, emergency equipment, and emergency action plans.
• Performed ergonomic risk assessments to reduce workplace injuries and support reduction of OSHA recordable incidents.
• Managed and maintained compliance calendars, ensuring all regulatory tasks and deadlines were completed on time.
• Played a key role in launching multiple fulfillment centers, including ONT6, ONT8, ONT9, and MEX1, supporting safety program implementation from startup.
• Partnered with Loss Prevention to investigate workplace incidents and address security concerns, including workplace violence cases

Bachelors in Criminal Justice – California State University (2015-01 – 2018-08)

Associate in Criminal Justice – San Bernardino Valley College (2011-08 – 2014-09)

Associates in Public Safety – Valley College San Bernardino (2011-08 – 2014-07)