Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Affiliations
Websites
Certification
Timeline

Fraser Thompson

Christiana,TN

Summary

Knowledgeable Safety Specialist well-versed in developing and managing safety procedures in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on maximizing worker safety with a hands-on and proactive approach. Desiring a new professional challenge with Amazon.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

WHS Specialist

Amazon
Lebanon, TN
08.2021 - Current
  • Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Escorted inspectors and answered questions about facility operations.
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
  • Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
  • Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
  • Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
  • Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
  • Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
  • Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.

Safety Specialist

Jacob Holm Industries
Old Hickory, TN
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Maintained acceptable levels of safety supplies through creating purchase requisitions on SAP.
  • Created strong professional relationship with outside contractors.
  • Worked with maintenance and engineering department to collaborate on projects such as; machine guarding, production ergonomics, and more.
  • Member of the safety committee - voted chairperson by fellow members.
  • Created various visuals and workplace messages to reinforce safety values and rules.
  • Helped plan and organize group events for a large number of people (100+), such as; site-wide Covid-19 testing, and Behavioral Based Training.
  • Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace.
  • Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses.
  • Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
  • Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions.
  • Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
  • Made recommendations to company policies and overall culture to improve worker safety.
  • Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.

Process Operator

Jacob Holm Industries
Old Hickory, TN
06.2018 - 06.2020
  • Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of Non-woven paper line.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Assisted assessment of finalized product development to maintain QC standards.
  • Recognized defective material and reported issues to management to facilitate prompt resolution.
  • Operated hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts.

Forensic Evidence Processing Technician

Aegis Sciences Corporation
Nashville, TN
09.2015 - 05.2018
  • Received, opened, and sorted packages delivered via FedEx or couriers, in a timely manner, and checked for matching requisition forms and any damage to the samples.
  • Accurately accessioned samples based on client requests, and worked with other departments if any errors occurred to ensure clients got results back within the agreed upon timeframe.
  • Able to average around 320 samples per day without reliability or accuracy being affected.
  • Communicated with other departments to prepare and transfer any samples that required further testing.
  • Utilized programs and databases to ensure samples getting close to TAT were located, accessioned and sent upstream for necessary testing/screening.
  • Upheld patient confidentiality and ethics of a company dealing with medical records and information.
  • Performed data entry role - entering patient/client information, tests required, scanned/entered insurance information.
  • Inspected, troubleshot and calibrated equipment to achieve optimal performance.
  • Collected, tested and submitted samples according to quality control standards.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Machine Operator

Fibertex Non-Woven's, LLC
Ingleside, IL
01.2011 - 07.2015
  • Ensuring machines had raw materials available when needed.
  • Required to work all shifts as required.
  • Moved onto the machines after two months and rotated through all positions.
  • Daily tasks included reviewing order for production to ensure correct raw materials and equipment were available.
  • Load machine according to the recipe.
  • Monitor the production and adjust machine to ensure materials are in specification at the same time as being aware of contamination.
  • Worked as part of a team and resolved issues to ensure a quality product with the least amount of waste as possible and maximum output.
  • Assisted with moving the product from the end of the line to final packaging in line with customer requirements.

Merchandiser

Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
Wrightstown, WI
06.2009 - 01.2011
  • Worked independently traveling around northeast Wisconsin.
  • Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
  • Configured and arranged up-to-date advertising and marketing displays, creatively placed merchandise on counters or tables to promote visibility and sales.
  • Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks and bins across eight locations.
  • Organized and located inventory, updating store spreadsheets to reflect statistical data.
  • Maximized potential for sales cycle success through effective promotion and product-display placement.
  • Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
  • Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.

Education

Coding Bootcamp - Full-stack Web Development

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
2021

High School Diploma -

Ashwaubenon High School, Green Bay, WI
05.2009

High School Diploma -

Berwickshire High School, BerwickshireEdinburgh, UK
2007

Skills

  • OSHA standards and codes
  • Incident investigations
  • Safety training
  • Hazard reduction
  • Evaluations and reporting
  • Job safety analysis
  • Emergency situations
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Report writing skills
  • Safe chemical handling

Additional Information

  • Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Affiliations

  • Safety Committee Chairperson

Certification

  • Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certified - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
  • Confined Space Entry Supervisor.
  • OSHA 10 & 30 Certified.
  • Certified Fall Protection Equipment Inspector.

Timeline

WHS Specialist - Amazon
08.2021 - Current
Safety Specialist - Jacob Holm Industries
06.2020 - 08.2021
Process Operator - Jacob Holm Industries
06.2018 - 06.2020
Forensic Evidence Processing Technician - Aegis Sciences Corporation
09.2015 - 05.2018
Machine Operator - Fibertex Non-Woven's, LLC
01.2011 - 07.2015
Merchandiser - Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
06.2009 - 01.2011
Vanderbilt University - Coding Bootcamp, Full-stack Web Development
Ashwaubenon High School - High School Diploma,
Berwickshire High School - High School Diploma,
Fraser Thompson