Todd Erickson
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology May 2007
Emphasis in Workplace Safety, Facility Design, Process Improvement,
Automation
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead, MN
Awards/Activities
. Summa Cum Laude, MSUM
. National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Award (SMART)
. Honors Apprentice Scholarship - Designing MSUM's Center for Automated
Manufacturing,
procuring equipment and facility design. Supervising team on
preparation/installation
. Upper-class Academic Excellence Scholarship, MSUM
. Member Phi Kappa Phi
. Founder/President of Society of Manufacturing Engineers MSUM Chapter
189
. Work full time while enrolled at university full time
Qualifications Summary
. Experienced trainer - provided education to various groups up to 400
. Management/Leadership - up to 100 employees
. Mediation/Conflict Resolution - arbitration of contractual disputes
. Highly adaptable to changing environments
. Motivation/Dedication - compete in marathons and triathlons
Certifications
. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms National Response Team (2002)
. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Certified Canine Handler (2002-
2003)
. Emergency Medical Technician (1992-2003)
. HAZMAT Specialist including 7 years experience in control and
mitigation with
MN Regional HAZMAT Team
. CPR/First Aid/AED Certified (current)
. National Certification for Fire and Explosion Investigation (NAFI)
(2000-2003)
. OSHA 500 & OSHA 10 Hour General Industry certifications
. ISO 9001-2008 Lead Auditor
Computer Skills
Proficient with: ADP ASW I810 AS400
SolidWorks SumTotal
ToolBook
MasterCam SolidCam
Microsoft Office XP
Lotus Notes AutoCad LT Simply
Safety
SharePoint Concur Docbase Direct
MRP/ERP 3D Studio Max
Cameo
Military Service
United States Marine Corps - served as infantryman until injured.
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Employment History
Outland Renewable Energy, Canby, MN
Director of Safety and Quality (9/07 to 2/10)
Created and implemented EHS programs, policies, procedures, and new hire
orientation. Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal
statues, EHS/Quality customer requirements, industry best practices, and
related standards. Sole responsibility for development and implementation
of QMS program in accordance with Outland's strategic goals and led the
company to ISO 9001-2008. Developed and implemented systems, policies,
and procedures for the identification, collection, and analysis of
performance measurement data for the development of corrective actions.
Provided oversight and guidance to vendors, manufacturers, and
contractors regarding safety, incident/accident investigation, and
EHS/QMS requirements. Selected and implemented the company's learning
management system and document control systems. Performed/reviewed
JSA/JHA and implemented corrective measures. Developed safety incentive
program for all employees. Responsible for development of key performance
indicators and budget management relating to EHS and QMS. Traveled to
wind farms owned by or contracting ORE employees to conduct EHS/QMS on-
site activities. Formed and led corporate safety steering committee,
process management teams, and Quality Management Review Board. Provided
direct supervision to Safety Manager, Quality Manager, and Site
Safety/Quality personnel.
Le Sueur Incorporated, Le Sueur, MN
Health Safety & Environmental Specialist (1/07 to 9/07)
Developed and implemented safety training for full-time and temporary
employees. Responsible for compliance with OSHA, MNOSHA, International
Fire Code, International Building Code, NFPA, ANSI, NIST, and EPA
standards/codes. Formed and chaired various safety committees with
foundry staff. Coordinated and of work order prioritization and
completion by maintenance staff. Developed safe operating procedures
for foundry, machining, and plastic injection work stations. Conducted
inspections of facilities and implemented corrective measures. Managed
Hazardous Materials Response Team, Hazardous Materials Management
Program, and Storm Water Management Program. Performed job hazard
analysis and developed countermeasures through engineering, PPE, and
education. Responsibility for investigation and reporting of all
incidents, injuries, near misses, unsafe conditions and
developing/implementation of corrective actions.
Cole Papers, Fargo, ND
Project Manager (5/03 to 1/07)
Developed and implemented safety program for corporation. Conducted
training for new hires and existing employees. Performed safety
inspections and facilitated corrective action at nine warehouse
locations. Coordinated implementation of warehouse management system and
radio frequency hardware. Trained employees in use of new technology.
Examined work flow and implemented continuous improvements.
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
Fire and Arson Investigator (6/02 to 5/03)
Served 14 counties in Northwest MN. Performed fire origin and cause
investigations including scene examinations, background investigations,
interviews of suspects/witnesses, and preparation of fire reports. Aided
fire investigations statewide with accelerant detecting canine, and
assisted prosecution of arson cases by working with local law enforcement
and prosecutors. Averaged one fatal fire investigation/10 days with 40%
adolescent victims.
Moorhead Fire and Rescue, Moorhead, MN
Fire Marshal, Assistant Fire Marshal, & Fire Fighter (6/92 to 6/02)
Planned, organized, implemented, and supervised all prevention and safety
programs/activities. Formed and supervised Rental Housing Division.
Conducted plan review of all building projects for fire and building code
compliance. Sole responsibility for fire origin and cause investigations.
Supervised AWARE/Safety Program. Responsible for OSHA/DOT compliance for
all facilities. Served on MN Regional HAZMAT Response Team.
Minnesota Technical College Moorhead
Instructor (10/94 to 5/01)
Provided training in fire fighting, fire prevention, emergency medicine,
and fire investigation.