J.R.

RAO
7395 Britts Bend W.
New Albany, OH 43054
Phone: 614-939-9335
Email: jrf38a60@westpost.net
OVER 15 YEARS OF EH&S LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
2 M.S. DEGREES; EHS EXECUTIVE PROGRAMS
ISO 14001 LEAD CERTIFIED AUDITOR
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Built a consistent record of advancement and achievement in meeting EHS objectiv
es with Abbott Laboratories, General Dynamics Company, Bristol Myers-Squibb Comp
any, and GMC.
* Subject-matter expertise in all aspects of EHS management on operational and c
ompliance programs, with the ability to plan and implement complex, high-level c
ompliance strategies across multiple manufacturing sites worldwide.
* Proven success in generating multimillion-dollar cost reductions, driving doub
le-digit safety improvements, improving compliance for numerous global sites, af
fecting a culture change, and implementing cutting-edge processes/ technologies
for key EHS initiatives.
* Global background includes building relationships with key members of governme
nts worldwide, maintaining fluency in several languages, and understanding regul
atory matters in countries throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Au
stralia.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ABBOTT NUTRITION n Columbus, OH n 2006-2010
Corporate EHS Staff, Global Operations
Directed EHS implementation activities and maintained audit-readiness at all tim
es for manufacturing sites (both start-up and established plants) worldwide. Sup
ervised team that included plant EHS managers and staff across air emissions man
agement, waste management, water management, and occupational health functions.
For start-up operations, led initiatives to implement the company culture and ra
ise EHS awareness in contractor safety, environmental matters, regulatory/commun
ity interactions, and other areas. For established sites, provided support to en
sure preparedness for audits, managing for 100% compliance.
Selected Achievements & Contributions:
* Improved the EHS compliance record for multiple sites worldwide. Reduced envir
onmental incidents by 20+%, lost time and recordable accident rate by 15+% Lead
many company audits, including ISO audits for sustaining performance excellence.
Spearheaded EHS culture change at sites globally resulting in implementation of
company vision and long-term strategies.
* Improved resource utilization at sites globally, including water use by 10+%,
waste generation by 15+%, as well as decreasing carbon footprint, greenhouse gas
emissions, and Notices of Violations.
* Secured over $6 million in funding for implementing EHS projects, including er
gonomic improvement, waste and water use reduction, and safety improvement initi
atives. Managed budgets within 5% year-to-year.
* Improved accidents per million miles driven by over 15% and reduced fleet safe
ty accident percentage significantly through improved training programs, follow-
up on accidents, and the use of bonus penalizingi on compensation.
* Established outstanding relationships with government officials in foreign cou
ntries that were deemed critical as the sites were new within these countries.
* Provided recommendations subsequently implemented by Abbott, including inciden
t investigation process, Dupontis Safety Training Observation Program, enhanced
management safety, and safety culture assessment.
GENERAL DYNAMICS n Bath, ME n 2004-2006
Director, Environmental Safety & Occupational Health (ESOH)
Directed implementation of EHS in Design of Surface Combatant Shipsi program for
the United States Navy, including building-enhanced safety features within the
ship and ensuring top-class safety for sailors. Ensured compliance with multiple
Department of Defense regulations and requirements. Supervised team of 7 and in
teracted with defense contractors such as Raytheon, Northrup Grumman, BAE System
s, and Bofors to ensure fulfillment of DoD objectives.
Selected Achievements & Contributions:
* Successfully implemented DoD requirements that included Navy requirements for
DDX class of ships, fire testing on USS Shadwell, safety measures for firing wea
pons (e.g. Peripheral Vertical Launch System, Advanced Gun System), and safety m
easures on weapons firing based on tests in Utah and California. Improved overal
l safety as a result.

BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB COMPANY n Syracuse, NY n 1993-2004

Associate Director, EHS Global Operations
Designed and integrated EHS programs, systems, and infrastructure components for
meeting ever-changing EHS regulations worldwide. Supervised team of 12-15 plant
EHS managers. Audited sites and prepared audit reports, scheduling and communic
ating audits to relevant team members. Implemented ongoing training at sites. Wo
rked with individuals from a multitude of countries to ensure compliance with re
gulations. Planned, administered, and monitored budget.
Selected Achievements & Contributions:
* Generated $3 million-plus in CERCLA remediation through adoption of newer reme
diation technologies and negotiations with government on oversight costs, with s
avings subsequently used to expand the business. Saved several million dollars i
n waste disposal, solvent reuse, and recycling through continuous improvement pr
ograms.
* Led several hundred million dollars of business expansion initiatives in emerg
ing markets through contributions to acquisitions and divestitures.
* Implemented a viable third party manufacturing (TPM) audit program that ensure
d the presence of business continuity at global locations.
* Reduced accidents by over 15% through designing and implementing numerous safe
ty programs at each site. Decreased safety-related incidents with contractors at
projects worldwide by over 50% in 4 years.
* Ensured 100% compliance for all aspects of standards on a line-by-line basis t
hrough implementing a Compliance Manual system. Improved overall compliance thro
ugh the installation of a series of EHS infrastructure projects.
* Secured Part B RCRA permit for the Puerto Rico site for on-site incineration o
f liquid hazardous waste, earning the Presidentis Award as a result; led install
ation of wastewater pre-treatment facility in Syracuse and cut discharge violati
ons to zero, resulting in Division Presidentis Award.
* Contributed to a $40 million-plus reduction in remediation costs by negotiatin
g explanation of significant differences with the USEPA, with the ESD changing t
he remedy selected for a site with another alternative.

GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION n Dayton, OH n 1984-1993

Divisional EHS Manager
Ensured compliance with GMC EHS standards and local regulations for 6 manufactur
ing sites in the U.S. and Mexico within the Delco Chassis division. Directed and
coached team of 7 site EHS managers. Functioned as a Subject Matter Expert for
EHS-related topics. Managed sites undergoing audits, including completion of aud
it action plans for addressing findings.
Selected Achievements & Contributions:
* Saved several million dollars in added compliance costs by providing numerous
comments to the USEPA regarding Title V of the Clean Air Act, with comments bene
fiting the auto industry significantly.
* Completed the underground storage tanks compliance efforts in the State of Ohi
o and USEPA Region V levels; secured several operational environmental permits f
or sites that maintained operations with zero enforcement actions.
* Led negotiations with stakeholders such as Federal EPA, Region II EPA, NYSDEC,
Government of Ontario and Akwesasne Indian Nation, resulting in a consent decre
e for the nationis first fully private owned TSCA Superfund site.
* Designed and implemented a viable program for meeting the Superfund Amendments
and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Sections 312 and 313 of Toxics Releases Invento
ry (TRI) and EPCRA.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC
Master of Science in Production Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Osmania University, Hyderabad, India; Valedictorian Graduate
Certifications & Designations
ISO 14001 Lead Certified Auditor; RCRA Trained; DOT Certified; UST Installer and
Air Emissions Opacity Reader, Ohio
Former Secret Clearance issued by the Department of Defense (currently inactive)
Professional Training
Corporate EHS Executive Programs, Yale School of Environmental Management, New H
aven, CT
Corporate EHS Executive Program, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Professional Affiliations
Director, Air and Waste Management Association of Central Ohio, 2 years
Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)