GREGORY P. FREDERICK
Poland, Ohio 44514
abmuag@r.postjobfree.com
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SUMMARY
A successful Health and Safety professional with experience in metal
fabricating and assembly manufacturing. Solid union / management skills,
with a sound knowledge of state and federal regulations. Background in
Health and Safety training and a technically trained engineering
professional.
EDUCATION-TRAINING
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, 1996.
Youngstown State University
Associate of Science in Drafting & Design Technology, 1988. Youngstown
State University
Specialized Training:
UAW-GM Safety Leadership Training DOT Hazardous Materials 49CFR, Part
172, Subpart H
Industrial Ergonomics CPR Certified
Communication Skills Situational Leadership
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Motors, Lordstown, Ohio
2002-2009
Health and Safety Manager / Training Coordinator
Successfully managed the Health and Safety department for the Lordstown
Assembly plant consisting of approximately 2000 employees. Created a
positive, joint relationship with UAW counterparts. Focused on a safe work
environment for all members through training, corporate initiatives and
communications, and plant floor safety tours. Worked closely with plant
Industrial Hygienist and Environmentalist on various facility issues.
. Saved an estimated $250,000.00 annually on new Health and Safety
Training scheduling system.
. Maintained compliance with all state and federal protocols.
. Created an important and strong relationship with union partners that
would facilitate the development of a positive health and safety
culture.
. Assisted in accident investigation, to make sure that the root cause
was identified and corrective actions were developed.
. Assisted in preparation for annual UAW-GM Health and Safety Audits.
. Chaired or was a member of several key committees, including: Fall
Hazard, Lockout, Pedestrian In Plant Vehicle, Electrical Safe Work
Practices, Local Joint Health and Safety Committee, Joint Skilled
Trades Safety Team and Plant Safety Review Board.
. Developed, implemented and tracked all training programs for skilled
trades employees.
. Completed over 5,000 hours of training annually.
. Developed plan and completed the orientation training for the largest
group of new employees in complex history. (1400 new hires)
. Applied for and obtained various grants from the State of Ohio for
facility training.
. Provided consultation to various departments on Health and Safety
issues.
General Motors, Lordstown, Ohio
1998-2002
Tool and Die Supervisor
. Directed all production related activities on third shift tool and die
operations.
. Provided leadership for three production supervisors and 40 hourly
employees.
. Scheduled tool room activities, involving reconstruction of dies,
modification of dies and repair work.
. Managed die stamping/pressroom production lines.
Butech Inc., Salem, Ohio
1997-1998
Mechanical Engineer
. Designed steel shearing machines, scrap choppers, and structural
components such as carryover tables and conveyor supports for
manufacturing companies.
. Evaluated and selected hydraulic cylinders
. Prepared proposal drawing for custom products and modifications to
standard products.
STEELCRAFT MANUFACTURING CO., Cincinnati, Ohio
1992-1994
Mechanical Engineer
. Designed hollow metal doors and frames for residential, commercial,
and industrial use.
. Performed board drafting and used AutoCAD to produce preparation and
detail drawings.
. Used extensive knowledge of sheet metal products to develop cost-
effective designs.
. Interacted extensively with sales, customer service, and production
crews.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), PowerPoint, Windows XP / 2000, AutoCAD,
various e-mail programs and Internet search engines.