Jim DeSonia

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Director of Environmental, Health and Safety at Foremost Farms USA

Racine, Wisconsin, United States

Overview

Jim DeSonia is the Director of Environmental, Health & Safety at Foremost Farms USA, bringing extensive experience from leadership roles at Jason Industries and CNH Industrial. He has a background in safety from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and specializes in developing and implementing comprehensive EHS programs.

His professional interests align with organizations like the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), reflecting a deep commitment to regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship throughout his career. He is actively involved in hiring for his team, indicating a focus on building strong departmental capabilities.

He once led the World Class Manufacturing initiative for safety, environment, and energy across 59 plants on multiple continents for CNH Industrial.

Personality Overview

Deliberate

Inflexible

Disciplined

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Workplace Safety
His entire career is dedicated to EHS, including writing safety policies, employee training, ergonomics, and accident investigation across multiple major manufacturing companies.
Environmental Compliance
Manages environmental audits, compliance, and reporting. His professional interests include the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), underscoring a focus on regulatory standards.
Global EHS Programs
Previously led the Safety, Environment, and Energy pillar for a World Class Manufacturing initiative, developing standards and strategy for 59 plants worldwide at CNH Industrial.

Media Appearances

Jim has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2024
Director of Environmental, Health and Safety at Foremost Farms USA
1-2016 - 3-2024
Vice President - Environmental, Health, & Safety at Jason Industries, Inc
11-2014 - 3-2024
Director - Environmental, Health, & Safety at Jason Industries, Inc
3-2012 - 11-2014
WCM Global Safety, Environment, Energy Pillar Leader at CNH Industrial
9-2004 - 11-2012
Environmental, Health, Safety & Energy Manager at CNH Industrial

Education

1993 - 1999
safety from University of Wisconsin-Platteville

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DO's

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DONT's

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When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

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  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jim

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  • They have little willingness to take risks, and prefer making calculated decisions.

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