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DONALD DOWNSReynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 · 614-989-2899Donalddowns631@gmail.com Selected Accomplishments• Reduced TRIR from over 5% to 1.48 in 2022.• Created and implemented updated safety training protocols.• Implemented monthly safety walks with safety team.• Created and implemented near miss program resulting in improved awareness among all employees. Work History Kahiki Foods Inc, CJ Foods – Safety CoordinatorMay 2019 to Present:Responsible for safety programs which includes daily walk throughs, orientation of new employees, certification of forklift operators, assessing risk responses and strong coordination with Human Resources and Maintenance to create progressive safety polices and reduction of risk factors. Have successfully lead safety awareness program that has over the last four years drastically reduced injuries, and improved employee awareness pertaining to safety. Kroger Bakery, Columbus, Ohio – Safety CoordinatorJanuary 2012 to February 2019:Responsible for safety training for all new and existing employees. Maintained data base for tracking all safety training. Created and implemented updated safety training procedures and documented into training manuals. Conducted investigations of incidents and worked with management team to resolve any outstanding issues. Provided all employees with detailed information pertaining to updated safety protocols, conducted fire drills as needed. Continually updated SDS sheets as needed. Helped reduce injuries, and ensured investigative follow up and recommendations for improvements were completed. Kroger Bakery, Columbus, Ohio – Machine OperatorMarch 2010 to January 2012:Worked on a production line, position required set up and operation of equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Inspected all product to ensure it meets safety and quality standards. Trained and operated multiply machines throughout the facility. Promoted to Safety coordinator in January of 2012. Wonder Bread, Columbus, Ohio – Distribution SupervisorDecember 1999 to December 2009:Responsible directing up to 14 employees in the shipping and receiving department. This included training and development of new hires, ensuring all paperwork was reviewed and correct and report discrepancies when noted. Forklift certified and ensured that all safety and training requirements were meet by my team. Education Reynoldsburg High School, Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Listed skills include Customer Service and Process Improvement.