Jonathan Friot
De Kalb Junction,New York
Summary
Dynamic Plant and Safety Manager with eight years at Gardenscape of New York, adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance. Proven leader in developing safety programs and training staff, resulting in a significant reduction in workplace incidents. Skilled in operations management and documentation, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to industry standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Operator
Gardenscape of New York
Gouverneur, NY
02.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained plant equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Monitored production processes, adjusting settings to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Documented production data accurately, contributing to quality control and compliance efforts.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocals
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery, identifying maintenance needs before issues arose.
Asphalt Plant Operator
Heidelberg Materials
Ogdensburg, NY
07.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated asphalt plant machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored quality control measures to maintain product specifications and standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal operation and safety compliance.
- Recorded production data accurately, supporting quality assurance and inventory management efforts.
Plant and Safety Manager
Gardenscape of New York
Gouverneur, NY
04.2011 - 07.2025
- Spent eight years in this role January 2018 - July 2025
- Manage day to day employees and production scheduling
- MSHA trained
- Led safety training programs, enhancing team compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed and implemented safety policies, reducing workplace incidents significantly.
- Developed and executed maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
- Conducted regular audits of safety practices, identifying areas for improvement.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and quality standards across all processes.
- Streamlined plant operations by implementing efficient production workflows.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hugh C Willliams Senior High School
Canton, NYSkills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Strong leader
- Incident investigation
- Documentation skills
- Operations management
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Safety program development
- Staff training and development
- Safety management
Timeline
Asphalt Plant Operator
Heidelberg Materials
07.2025 - 02.2026
Plant Operator
Gardenscape of New York
02.2025 - Current
Plant and Safety Manager
Gardenscape of New York
04.2011 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Hugh C Willliams Senior High School