Dave Young, CSP in

Dave Young, CSP

Energizer · DISC type I
Plant Manager at Darling Ingredients
📍 New Market, Virginia, United States

Dave Young is a Certified Safety Professional® and the current Plant Manager at Darling Ingredients, where he focuses on operational efficiency. His career is built on a foundation of safety management roles, including positions at Innovative Refrigeration Systems and Andersen Corporation, reflecting his deep expertise in EHS and PPE.

An Army veteran and self-described "Gear Nerd, " Dave is passionate about high-quality equipment, welding, and fabrication. This interest is evident in his detailed reviews of work boots and his advocacy for effective safety practices. His background has cultivated a strong commitment to spreading the word of safety.

Unique fact: Dave often shares the quote, "Tis wiser to sidestep the pit than to claweth thy way out, all bruised and torn asunder. "

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Plant Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
New Market, Virginia, United States
Personality Overview

How Dave shows up

Believer
Big Picture Person
Enthusiastic

They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics Dave cares about

Workplace Safety Messaging
He is a Certified Safety Professional® who actively questions the effectiveness of common practices like "toolbox talks" to ensure the safety message is impactful.
High-Quality PPE
Identifies as a "PPE and Safety Equipment Expert" and a "Gear Nerd, " publishing detailed personal reviews of professional equipment like HexArmor boots.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Plant Manager
Darling Ingredients
3-2025 - 8-2025
Sr. Safety Manager
Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.
1-2025 - 3-2025
Safety Manager
Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.
2-2024 - 1-2025
Environment, Health and Safety Manager
DRiV Incorporated
12-2022 - 2-2024
Site Safety Specialist
Andersen Corporation
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Media appearances

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Education
8-2008 - 8-2013
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Utah Valley University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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