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Chris Shieldsmith

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Sr. Director - HSE Global Technical Operations at Cummins Inc.
📍 Columbus, Indiana, United States

Chris Shieldsmith is a Sr. Director at Cummins Inc. with over 15 years of experience in global health and safety. An expert in ergonomics and ISO 45001, he holds both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science from Indiana University Bloomington and leads the development of global safety programs.

He was recognized as a National Safety Council Rising Star in 2014, an award for up-and-coming health and safety professionals.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Sr. Director - HSE Global Technical Operations
Job Level
Senior
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States
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Priorities

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Workplace Safety
As Sr. Director of Health and Safety, he oversees the implementation of global safety standards, including ISO 45001, to protect employees and communities.
Ergonomics Innovation
He has a strong background in ergonomics, previously leading the global program at Cummins and speaking publicly on integrating ergonomics into product design.
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Career

Work history

8-2024
Sr. Director - HSE Global Technical Operations
Cummins Inc.
5-2018 - 8-2024
Sr. Director Health and Safety Center Of Excellence
Cummins Inc.
1-2017 - 5-2018
Safety Functional Excellence Director - New Power Business Unit (Electrification)
Cummins Inc.
5-2012 - 1-2017
Global Ergonomics Leader
Cummins Inc.
5-2010 - 5-2012
Health and Safety Leader
Cummins Inc.
In the press

Media appearances

Webinar On-Demand: Cummins’ Innovation Reduces Injury and Expedites Return to Work. Featured in BTE Tech
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Cummins Sustainability Progress Report 2019‑2020. Featured in Cummins Inc.
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Education
Master of Science - MS
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science - BS
Indiana University Bloomington
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