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Karen Wilkison

Summary

Detail-oriented and thorough Safety Specialist and Office Manager with an in-depth understanding of state and federal regulations. Offers history of improved workplace safety and lower accidents through hands-on monitoring and management. Methodical about investigating employee concerns, developing training plans, and acquiring talent.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Specialist / Office Manager

Costco Wholesale
05.2022 - Current
  • Assists with the resume screening process.
  • Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
  • Prepares PowerPoints for office meetings.
  • Trains employees in CPR/First Aid/AED.

Safety Officer / Office Manager

Costco Wholesale
10.2013 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw the recruitment process to enhance our talent pool.
  • Established health and safety protocols.
  • Worked side-by-side with executives to address employee concerns.
  • Trained employees to identify hazards and risks.

Safety Coordinator / Office Assistant

Costco Wholesale
10.2010 - 10.2013
  • Developed and implemented operating procedures for new tasks.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal regulations applicable to operations.
  • Examined violations to comply with safety measures.

Education

Stop The Bleed

Valley Medical Center
Renton, WA
07.2023

CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor

American Red Cross
Seattle, WA
04.2023

OSHA 30

Online
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05.2012

Emergency Medical Technician

Gateway Community College
Racine, WI
05.2004

Skills

    • Audit Procedures
    • Benefits Interpretation
    • Workplace Inspections
    • Organizational Development
      • Talent Acquisition
      • OSHA Compliance
      • Training and Mentoring
      • Procedure Implementation

Timeline

Safety Specialist / Office Manager

Costco Wholesale
05.2022 - Current

Safety Officer / Office Manager

Costco Wholesale
10.2013 - 05.2022

Safety Coordinator / Office Assistant

Costco Wholesale
10.2010 - 10.2013

Stop The Bleed

Valley Medical Center

CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor

American Red Cross

OSHA 30

Online

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Northeastern Illinois University

Emergency Medical Technician

Gateway Community College
Karen Wilkison