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Brett Deiter

500 S 13th St, Escanaba,

Summary

Safety-focused professional with expertise in leading safety meetings, performing audits, and developing policies to enhance workplace safety. Strong skills in team collaboration, problem-solving, and coaching new hires to ensure safe and effective operations. Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Advisor / E1 Coater Operator / E3 Supercalender Helper / Woodyard Laborer

Billerud NA
10.2017 - Current
  • Progressed through multiple operational and safety roles within Billerud NA, gaining extensive experience in manufacturing operations, process safety, equipment operation, and employee training.
  • Currently I serve as Safety Advisor leading employee safety meetings, conducting facility audits and inspections, performing risk assessments, participating in the Process Safety Management (PSM) team, cochair central safety, help develop safety policies, and coordinating new hire safety training.
  • Operated and maintained top and base coating systems while monitoring production processes, troubleshooting operational issues, and performing quality testing across multiple paper grades.
  • Trained employees on overhead crane operation, PIT equipment, and on-the-job procedures.
  • Assisted in supercalender operations by maintaining defect-free production, coordinating maintenance work orders, and qualifying as both Assistant Operator and Operator.
  • Supported woodyard operations through equipment cleanup, hauling materials, operating skid steers and dump trucks, and maintaining safe and efficient work areas.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout advancement within the organization.

Bosk Paint and Sandblast
05.2015 - 10.2017
  • Operated scissor lifts and boom lifts.
  • Trained others on spray painting as part of the contracted labor force at Marinette Marine, WI.
  • Performed pressure washing, Sandblasting, and other labor-intensive jobs during major maintenance outages for Verso (Kraft Mill, Woodyard, Boiler House, Landfill, and Effluent plant).
  • Achieved advanced certification.

Gordon's Food Service (GFS)
05.2014 - 08.2015
  • Stocked shelves, freezers, and unloaded trucks.
  • Excelled at customer service as proven by the results of random audits.
  • Worked deli (slicing meat, cheese, etc.).
  • Cashiered and performed housekeeping.

Escanaba Steam Laundry
06.2010 - 05.2014
  • All positions above included general housekeeping as well as duties specific to each job (stocking shelves, driving truck, general maintenance, assembling and disassembling pallets, etc.).
  • All employment changes were made to improve skills and pay.

Education

High School Diploma -

Escanaba High School
Escanaba, MI
05-2012

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • Active listening
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Continuous learning
  • Open-mindedness
  • Use of G3PTM, PARC VIEW, SAP,
  • Coaching skills
  • Dependability and organization
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Workplace inspections
  • Hazard identification

Certification

  • OSHA 10/30 General Industry
  • MIOSHA 8055 Walking working surfaces
  • OSHA 2264 Permit required confined space
  • Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) – C14
  • Coating Application Specialist (CAS) – C7 & C12
  • United Soccer Coaches Diploma
  • TMC Union Approach to Health and Safety Trainer

Timeline

Safety Advisor / E1 Coater Operator / E3 Supercalender Helper / Woodyard Laborer

Billerud NA
10.2017 - Current

Bosk Paint and Sandblast
05.2015 - 10.2017

Gordon's Food Service (GFS)
05.2014 - 08.2015

Escanaba Steam Laundry
06.2010 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Escanaba High School