Local

696

Joint Activities Representative

Brian Gartz

I started at Delphi in May of 1999.  The duties of the Local Joint Activity Representative are to assist the Local Joint Activities Committee in the effective implementation of all joint activities. I also administer Appendix- A, K, and L, of the National Agreement. Appendix K is the Jobs Security Program (SEL) and Appendix-L, which deal exclusively with product sourcing.

Plant 4 Quality Network Representative, Capacity Assurance Coordinator

Pam Watson

I have 8 years seniority.  I have served all of my time in Plant 4, Boosters.  I was given this opportunity of being your Plant 4 Capacity Assurance Coordinator and your Quality Network Representative in February 2007.  As the Plant 4 Capacity Assurance Coordinator my responsibility is to analyze and maintain planned maintenance on all equipment in my area, order parts for downed machinery, and schedule PM work.  Please be patient with me while I am learning this job.  If anyone has any questions or tips, please feel free to contact me at 455-5366 or Nextel DC # 282.

Plant 5 Quality Network Representative, Capacity Assurance Coordinator

Brenda Canan

As the Quality Network Representative for Plant 5, I'm responsible for supporting and promoting of the UAW-Delphi Action Strategies.  As the Capacity Assurance Coordinator for Plant 5, I'm responsible for the development and coordination of all the planned maintenance activities and I provide for the proactive scheduling of planned maintenance.  I also analyze maintenance activities for continuous improvement and procure equipment and repair parts.  I also serve on the Local 696 Election and Legislative Committees.  I have 7 years seniority and have served my appointed position for the past 5 months.  You can reach me at 455-5456.

I am also in Capacity Assurance Coordinator (CAC) training, as the Quality Network and Capacity Assurance Coordinator positions are being combined.  As the plant 6, 7 and 9 CAC I am responsible for development and coordination of all planned maintenance.  I am also frequently involved in ordering parts for emergency breakdowns, and or skilled trades support.  I have 9 years seniority and have served as an appointed representative of UAW Local 696 since April 2006.  You can contact me at 455-5398

Benefits Representative 1st Shift

Sheila Blaine

I have 7 years of seniority and have served as the Alternate Benefits Representative for one year.  You can reach me at 455-5146.

I am replacing Dave Maxwell and Calvin Rutledge who are retiring December 31, 2006.  I have been employed at Delphi for 7 years and was an Alternate Benefits Representative prior to this appointment.  I am a retired Air Force NCO with 21 years of active military service.  The military training and experience gained while on active duty can be a great asset to all our employees.

The Work / Family Assistance Program, a Joint Delphi/UAW program, provides help and support in resolving personal problems affecting job performance.  Marital and family problems, mental health situations, financial trouble, and problems with alcohol and drugs can impair a person's health and well being, as well as his or her job performance.

As your Work / Family Representative, I am available to meet with employees, all shifts, on a voluntary and confidential basis.  The program is a resource that you can use to secure professional and confidential help and support when you need it.  I can be contacted at 455-5547 or pager 851-8918.

Benefits Representative 2nd Shift

Vinitha Crump

The benefits representatives are here to help our membership in the following areas: Pension; Unemployment/Sub-Pay; Disabilities; AOL/Internet; Social Security; Legal Services; Health Care; Life Insurance; Personal Savings Plans; Vehicle Purchases/Vouchers; Medicare; Credited Service Audits; Fidelity Issues.  I have 8 years of seniority and have served as the Alternate Benefits Representative for 2 months.  You can reach me at 455-5146.

Benefits Representative Alternate 2nd Shift

Mary Jane Middleton

I have worked in ABS, the clean room, 530, 504, 522, 583, and 520 departments.  Before working at Delphi, I was a school bus driver, domestic engineer, secretary, and vending company manager.  I really enjoy the benefits office and look forward to serving the membership of UAW Local 696.

Health & Safety Representative 1st Shift

Ben Harris

I look forward to serving you as your health and safety trainer.  Please stop in if you have any questions.  I will always do everything I can to answer them.  Thank you.  You can reach me at 455-5277.

Health & Safety Representative 2nd Shift

Keith Keeton

I have served Local 696 as the 2nd shift Alternate Health and Safety Representative since March of 2005.  In the last year and a half, it has been a privilege and an honor to work with the 2nd shift Health and Safety Representative, Jim Brewster.  Jim has faithfully served this local for over 16 years in Health and Safety.  At the end of this year, Jim will be retiring from Delphi.  His knowledge and expertise will be greatly missed.  Best wishes and good luck Jim in your endeavors.  I will be assuming Jim's responsibilities at the first of the year.  If any of you have any safety concerns, please contact me at 356-5658 or 455-5246.

Believe it or not, I’m retired from the US Army!  I am a Vietnam Veteran with over 22 years of service.  I retired in 1991 and have worked as an industrial electrician for 9 of the last 16 years.  I have 3 children that are successful and NOT living at home.  I enjoy a good game of pool, fishing and RVing.  I own a 5^th wheel camper and hope to get to use it someday.  I grew up in Richmond Indiana, Dayton and the Hamilton Ohio area.  So I guess you can consider me as a local native.  I’ve been with Delphi since November 2006 and I was appointed as the alternate Health and Safety rep for 2^nd shift in May 2007.  I will do my best to make this a Safe, Accident Free Environment to work in here at Delphi!!  I can be reached at 455-5562 office and e-mail Michael.d.stewart@delphi.com

Health & Safety Trainer

Sue Ward

I will help the membership in any way I can. I can be reached at 455-5508.

Joint Ergonomics Technician / Industrial Hygiene Technician

Jennifer Bryant

Responsibilities of the JETT:  To conduct job analysis and provide recommendations for corrective actions.  Monitoring the implementation of job improvements as well as new jobs. Report monthly at the Plant Safety Review Board Meeting and provide quarterly reports to the UAW Center for Human Resources

Review all Ergonomic Related injuries and report out accordingly as well as help with corrective actions.  Attend all Safety Sign Offs and  work with the Safety Dept, Medical Dept, Engineering, as well as production, and the Bargaining and Shop Committee.

As the Industrial Hygiene Technician my job is to make sure the environment you work in is safe, and that you have the proper safety equipment to protect yourself.

I have been a member of the Recreation Committee for 7 years, Picnic Committee for 5 years, Election Committee for 8 years, “Union Eyes” since 1999 and Editor of the “Union Eyes” since 2001

Training Coordinator

Kathy Bergman

I started at Delphi in July of 1999. I was appointed Joint Training Representative at the end of December 2006. As the Joint Training Representative my job is to support the membership with the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), training for the membership, and running the Skill Center. I can be reached at 455-5227 or Nextel Direct Connect #385.

Sourcing Representative

James Steele

I have been employed at General Motors/Delphi Incorporated since May of 1999.  I am married with four daughters.  As your local sourcing representative, I am responsible for implementing Appendix L of our National Agreement.  I enjoy and look forward to serving the membership.  I can be reached at 455-5593.

Suggestions Administrator

Stacie Hill

I have been an employee for Delphi for nine years.  A new year is approaching and many of our appointed people will be leaving and there will be a need to fill their positions.  I have been appointed to the suggestions administration position.  The suggestions administrations job will be my first appointed position with Delphi.  I am looking forward to working with each and every one of you.  I will try my absolute best to make sure all of your suggestions are handled in a professional and timely manner.

Joint Analysis Review, Apprentice Coordinator

Terry Ashburn

I am the Apprentice Chairperson performing the duties as outlined in the National Agreement.  I also administer to the Journeyman/Woman card process.  I hold two positions on the Tool Room Joint Analysis Review Committee, Estimator and Analyst as outlined in Document 98 of the National Agreement and the Local Wage and Seniority Agreement.  I can be reached at 455-5161 or Nextel Direct Connect #29.

Joint Analysis Review

Todd StPierre

I am an Electrician with 7 years seniority.  I was appointed on December 18th, 2006 and start my position on January 22nd, 2007.  I am responsible for retaining the Skilled Trades maintenance and construction work per paragraph 183-D, Appendix F, Document 58 and 98 of the National Agreement.  I am also the Alternate EIT / Apprentice Representative.  Additional duties will be to implement and maintain a database to perform preventative maintenance on various facility items.  Due to the large turnover of Skilled Trades, there may be questions or concerns.  Feel free to contact me at 455-5266 or Nextel Direct Connect #35.

Audio/video Communications Representative

Jamie Vaughn

I have been with Delphi since May of 1999.  My home department is 532 presses.  My job duties include updating of the in-plant monitors so that you, the membership, can be informed ASAP.  I am also in charge of the upkeep for our website: www.UAW696.com.  Here you will find the latest questions and answers that have been submitted.  I look forward to serving you.  You can contact me at 455-5145 or Nextel Direct Connect #470.