Kimberly Watkins
About Kimberly Watkins
Kimberly Watkins is the Director of Environment Health Safety at IBA, where she has worked since 2015. She has a background in Occupational Safety Engineering and Human Resources Management, with previous experience as a Safety Engineer at Eisai and Burts Bees.
Current Role at IBA
Kimberly Watkins serves as the Director of Environment Health Safety at IBA, a position she has held since 2015. In this role, she oversees environmental health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Her responsibilities include developing safety policies, conducting audits, and implementing training programs to promote a safe working environment. Kimberly's leadership in this role contributes to the organization's commitment to maintaining high safety standards.
Previous Experience in Safety Engineering
Prior to her current role, Kimberly Watkins worked as a Safety Engineer at Eisai from 2002 to 2008. During her six years at Eisai, she focused on safety protocols and risk management within the organization. Following her tenure at Eisai, she continued her career as a Safety Engineer at Burt's Bees from 2008 to 2010, where she further developed her expertise in safety engineering and compliance in the workplace.
Education and Expertise
Kimberly Watkins holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Safety Engineering from Columbia Southern University, which she completed from 1997 to 2001. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from the same institution. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of safety management, human resources, and organizational operations. Additionally, she possesses expertise in ISO 14001, Internal Audit, Biosafety, Emergency Planning, and Biotechnology.
Background in Human Resources Management
In addition to her technical expertise in environmental health and safety, Kimberly Watkins has a strong operations background with a focus on Human Resources Management. This dual expertise allows her to integrate safety practices with personnel management effectively. Her understanding of human resources enhances her ability to foster a culture of safety within organizations, ensuring that safety protocols align with employee needs and organizational goals.
Role as Radiation Safety Officer
Alongside her position as Global EHS Director, Kimberly Watkins holds the role of Radiation Safety Officer. In this capacity, she is responsible for overseeing radiation safety protocols and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role is critical in organizations that handle radioactive materials, as it involves risk assessment, safety training, and emergency response planning related to radiation exposure.