Stuart Manuel has over a decade of experience in safety management across various industries including waste management, environmental services, oil and gas, and the military. He has a master's degree in occupational safety and health and is OSHA-certified. Manuel has held roles managing safety programs, conducting inspections and testing, developing corrective action plans, and training personnel. Currently he works as a plant operator for a waste services company, supporting safe operations and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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STUART E. MANUEL
11600Belfonte Rd.Bumpass, VA 23024stumanuel@yahoo.com 540.259.2122
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Hands-on technical leader andSafety Specialist withextensive experiencedriving efficacy of safety programs in
roles across waste management, environmental services, oil & gas, and military spheres.
 Highly trained and educated in occupational safety and health management with master’s degree and more
than a decade of experience meeting and refiningorganizational policies, procedures, and standards.
 Process-focused while planning, coordinating, and leading monitoring, testing, and inspection functions;
keenly identify and develop corrective action plans for mitigating identified hazards and exposures.
 Well-developed knowledge of risk management, safety prevention, and emergency management with
aptitude for handling investigations, audits, documentation, and reporting.
 OSHA-certified with proven commitment to meeting all internal company standards and full-range of
applicable external industry requirements.
 Superior talents in training and instruction, building robust understanding of and commitment to health and
safety standards among personnel across all operational levels.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
HERITAGE-CRYSTAL CLEAN, INC.– Rockville, VA
Plant Operator, 2014 – Present
Support plant operations for local waste services provider, managing transfer and treatment of used oil,
antifreeze, and other products for resell. Coordinate sampling, analysis, and gauging, ensuring compliance with
company waste analysis plan and American Petroleum Institute (API) standards. Assist in product formulation.
Utilize, maintain, and coordinate repair of specialized processing equipment. Prepare logs, records, and
documentation. Identify and mitigate engineering and administrative hazards. Maintain plant and lab work areas.
 Selected to impact overall plant safety as member of Safety Committee.
WASTE MANAGEMENT – King George, VA
Leachate Manager/Sulfur Treatment Plant Manager, 2012 – 2013
Promoted to consecutive management-level roles within waste management and environmental service
company. As Leachate Manager, directed safe processing of contaminated water to remove and collect solid
contaminants across 15 leachate sump houses. Collected samples and maintained daily logs/records. Created
and enacted health/safety policies and campaigns considering all OSHA, DEQ, and EPA guidelines; educated
and trained staff across all levels in operational rules and industry regulations. Conducted inspections, and led
investigation of violations. Managed machine maintenance.As Plant Manager, led startup up and operation of
sulfur treatment plant. Liaised with contractors to steer commissioning, and coordinated with project leaders to
execute pre-operational checklists. Ensure safe, productive ongoing operation as Safety Manager.
 Anticipated and responded to safety/health concerns through close monitoring of operational,
occupational, and environmental conditions; introduced procedural revisions/preventative programs.
 Keenly identified and corrected system design flaws prior to startup, avoiding potential safety issues
and costly reconstruction.
WASTE MANAGEMENT– King George, VA
Gas Technician, 2011 – 2012
Brought on board to support construction and management of gas well pumps and gas systems, with particular
focus on upholding team and project safety. Inspected gas systems, troubleshot issues, and made repairs to
restore collection functionality. Utilized Gem 2000 to conduct gas analyzing and FID to pinpoint line
leaks.Recorded water, gas, and system readings in line with DEQ, EPA, Title V, and OSHA regulations.
 Effectively monitored 200+ gas wells for compliance with permit use instructions and requirements.

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SGS INC. – Newport News, VA
Inspector/Gauger, 2010 – 2011
Inspected and gauged quality of oil and other refined products for established oil &gas company. Calculated
and reported quantities transferred and received. Collected and analyzed storage tank samples arriving from or
pending transport to refineries, bulk storage facilities, and tanker ships as required by SGS, EPA, and API.
Interfaced with clients, U.S. Customs representatives, vessel personnel, government agents, and shore facility
personnel.Coordinated with administrative teams to assess problems and resolve various job issues. Trained
and supported new inspectors. Followed all guidelines for safematerials disposal.
 Demonstrated total commitment to delivering highly accurate testing results.
WESTERN REFINING – Yorktown, VA
Process Plant Operator, 2007 – 2010
Within Texas-based crude oil refiner, played key role in analyzing specifications and controls for petroleum
refining and processing units, enabling continuous production of gasoline, kerosene, diesel, fuel/lubricating oils.
Controlled process variables related for flow, temperature, pressure, and time, making adjustments to meet
specifications and limits.Supported laboratory operations, performing testing and evaluation of all products.
U.S. NAVY – Norfolk, VA
Safety Technical Manager, 2002 – 2006
Continued multi-decade career with respected military organization to act as safety expert in on-board aircraft
handling. Planned, coordinated, and led loading andlaunch. Supervised aircraft fueling system operation and
maintenance; directed repair teams. Conducted post-repair inspections to evaluated system readiness.
Performed routine industrial hygiene surveys according to U.S. Navy occupational safety and health programs,
identifying and resolving chemical, physical, and biological hazards/exposures. Developed and delivered both
technical reports and personnel evaluations.Advised on emergency management and response actions.
 Received multiple awards and honors in recognition of top-flight performance; full list provided upon
request.
~ Prior track record of dedicated service in early career experience with U.S. Navy. ~
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Master of Science, Occupational Safety & Health
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Orange Beach, AL
Bachelor of Science, Technical Management, Occupational Health & Safety Minor
EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY, Daytona Beach, FL
Certifications& Training
10 & 30 Hour OSHA General Industry Outreach Training ~ OSHA Scaffold Training ~ HAZMAT ~ Hazardous
Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) ~ Hazard Communication~ Advanced
Ergonomics ~ Leadership & Effectiveness ~ Risk Assessment ~ Quality Assurance ~ Fuel System Maintenance