Melissa Raley

Developed and implemented EHS strategies for multiple client sites, aligning safety programs with regulatory standards and workers’ compensation goals. Led investigations for high-severity incidents, performed root cause analyses, and implemented corrective actions to mitigate recurrence.

Championed a proactive safety culture, maintaining a zero-recordable injury rate over four years and designing comprehensive EHS and HR policies. Managed hazardous waste programs, ensured environmental compliance, and oversaw all HR functions including recruiting and employee development.

Planned and executed procurement activities by forecasting material requirements, negotiating supplier contracts, and managing vendor relationships. Utilized ERP systems to generate purchase orders and monitored stock levels, analyzing supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Authored critical safety and environmental management plans and training programs, ensuring regulatory compliance for military installations. Directed base-wide recycling and landfill reduction initiatives, serving as primary liaison to regulatory agencies for audits and environmental reporting.

Completed a Master of Science degree in Safety and Environmental Management. Focused on advanced principles and practices in environmental health and safety.

Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Biology and Biotechnology. Gained foundational knowledge in biological sciences and their technological applications.