Blake Crawford
Meadville,Mississippi
Summary
Experienced and results-oriented professional with over 20 years in workforce management and safety, including 15 years in the offshore oil and gas industry with FDF Energy. At Canfor, Health and Safety Training Advisor, and the HR Manager. Proven success in significantly reducing medical incident rates and employee turnover through strategic safety initiatives and people-focused HR practices. A strong believer in the power of effective orientation and onboarding programs to drive employee engagement, retention, and overall business success. Known for fostering safe, productive, and inclusive work environments across diverse industries.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Canfor Southern Pine
Hermanville, MS
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Improved onboarding with enhanced orientation and mentoring programs.
- Maintained human resource activities in full compliance with state and federal employment laws.
- Maximized employee satisfaction and reduced turnover with motivational strategies and enhanced training.
- Strengthen employee knowledge and abilities, leading comprehensive training programs for new and established employees.
Health and Safety Training Advisor
Canfor Southern Pine
Hermanville, MS
09.2022 - 07.2023
Quality Assurance Representative and Safety
FDF Energy Services
Port Fourchon, LA
02.2008 - 05.2022
- Other Positions Held at FDF Energy Services
- Supervisor III
- Facility Manager
- Plant Operator
- Technician
Skills
- Human Resource Management
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Employee Onboarding and Orientation
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Leadership and Team Development
- Workplace Training
- Succession Planning
- Timekeeping
- Benefit Enrollment
- Forklift Train the Trainer
- EPA Method 9
- Root Cause Analysis
- Plant Operator
- Pneumatics
- Lab Work
Timeline
HR Manager
Canfor Southern Pine
07.2023 - 05.2026
Health and Safety Training Advisor
Canfor Southern Pine
09.2022 - 07.2023
Quality Assurance Representative and Safety
FDF Energy Services
02.2008 - 05.2022