2024 Safety Awards
Program Sponsored by:
From occupational medicine to on-site health clinics, we’ve got you covered.
Atrium Health provides direct-to-employer care services designed to make health care easy. Our comprehensive services keep people well and working by improving access to care, improving health outcomes, and increasing value.
Occupational Medicine
• On-site, near-site and virtual care options
• 2 area near-site locations – Kernersville and Winston East
• Full suite of occupational medicine services, including:
○ Workers’ compensation injury and re-evaluation
○ Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals
○ Drug testing and breath alcohol testing
○ Firefighter, police (LEO), EMS, HAZMAT, and other OSHA surveillance exams
○ Hearing and vision screening
○ Respirator fit testing
○ Work-related X-rays
○ Spirometry/pulmonary function testing (PFT)
○ Work-related vaccines and titers
○ Tuberculosis screening (skin and blood test)
○ Bloodborne pathogen exposure management
○ Physical Abilities Test (PAT), Kraus-Weber Test
Additional services:
Employer Based Health Care
• On-site, near-site and virtual care options
• Fully customizable – from part-time occupational medicine to full-time primary and sick care clinics
• Primary care, preventive care and urgent care services, including:
○ Annual wellness exams
○ Sick visits
○ Chronic condition management
○ Behavioral health support and intervention
○ Care navigation
○ Health coaching
○ Vaccinations
○ On-site medication dispensing
○ Classes and education
Behavioral Health, Executive Health, Prevention & Wellness, Critical Incident Response, Industrial Athletic Training, and more
For more information, contact Cheryl Bowman: Cheryl.Bowman@wakehealth.edu or 336-391-5147
Meet the Winners
Small Business
WHITBY MOTORCARS
Whitby Custom Built Motorcars
Specializing in custom builds, Whitby Motorcars offers a wide selection of parts for building your dream roadster, particularly focusing on Factory Five Racing component cars. Their 27,000 square feet of pristine manufacturing space ensures they can cater to your specific needs, whether it’s a turnkey custom build, donor pallets, or new parts. With a dedication to quality and reliability, all custom builds come with a 12-month/12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, guaranteeing your satisfaction and peace of mind.
Large Business
INDUSTRIES OF THE BLIND Army Combat Uniform Coat
Industries of the Blind’s standard issue Army Combat Uniform coat is worn by all Army and Air Force Service Members, featuring raw goods sourced from America and cut/sew manufacturing conducted in Greensboro at Industries of the Blind. With a mission to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired, Industries of the Blind offers employment opportunities and fosters personal development since its establishment in 1933. Through direct contracts with the Federal Government for manufacturing and distribution services, as well as subcontracting on other federal contracts, the organization continues its longstanding commitment to serving both its employees and the nation.
Greensboro Safety Awards Banquet
June 25, 2024
Silver Awards
Criteria: Rate of days from work must be at least 50% below the industry average
First Year
Advanced Exterior Systems, Prefab Division
C E Smith Company, Inc., 6202 Tri Port Court
Cone Health, Alamance Regional Med Center
Cone Health, Wesley Long Community Hospital
Cone Health Behavioral Health Services, Cone Health
Cone Health Behavioral Health Services, Lebauer Moses Cone Medical Services
Mcgee Brothers Company, Inc., Greenville/Western Nc Division
Pine Hall Brick Company, Inc, Greensboro Patio Store
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Poy
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Transportation
Starr electric Company, Columbia
Second Consecutive Year
Cone Health, Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital
Union County Community Action, Inc., T-2
Third Consecutive Year
Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, 423-Triad Fabco Industries
Gold Awards
Criteria: Rate of days away from work, job transfer or restriction must be at least 50% below the industry average.
First Year
ABCO Automation Inc
AC Corporation
City Of High Point, Fleet Services Department
City Of Mebane, Administration Services
Cone Health, Cone Armmd Alamance Regional
Med Center MD
Cone Health, Corp - System Wide
Cone Health, Moses H Cone MDS
Cone Health, Triad Healthcare Network Main
Cone Health, Triad Hospitalist
Cone Health, Triad Hospitalist MDS
Cone Health Behavioral Health Services,
Cone Health Women’s Hospital Of Greensboro
Cone Medical Oncology Services MD, Cone Health
Energy United, Taylorsville Operations Center
Gilbarco Veeder Root, Vontier Corporation (Gilbarco Veeder Root)
Gregory Poole Equipment Company, Mebane Bus Service
Hancock And Moore, Plant 1
Hancock And Moore, Plant 2
Hancock And Moore, Plant 3
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Pomona Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct, Kannapolis Quarry
Moses Cone Physician SVC Inc., Cone Apsmd
Alamance Physician Services Inc.
Moses Cone Physician SVC Inc., Cone Health
Moses Cone Physician SVC Inc., Cone Health
APS Alamance Physician Care
Moses Cone Physician Svc Inc, Cone Health
Cardiovascular Division
Moses Cone Physician Svc Inc, Cone Health
Cardiovascular Division MDS
Procter & Gamble, Personal Health CareSwing Road
Procter & Gamble Browns Summit Plant, P&G
Qorvo US Inc.
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC, Airpark South
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Reidsville
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., T-1
Word International, Inc.
Greensboro Safety Awards Banquet
June 25, 2024
Gold Awards (Continued)
Criteria: Rate of days away from work, job transfer or restriction must be at least 50% below the industry average.
Second Consecutive Year
Adams Electric Company, Corporate
C E Smith Company, Inc., Burnt Poplar Court
Culp Inc, Fabric Center
Environmental Air Systems, LLC, HQ Plant
Gregory Poole Equipment Company, Lift Systems Mebane Branch
ITG Brands LLC, Operations And Manufacturing
Kincaid Upholstery
Martin Marietta Materials, East Division- Greensboro Distrct - Woodleaf Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East Division- Greensboro Distrct- Central Rock Quarry
Mcgee Brothers Company, Inc., Greensboro Division
Novant Health, Rowan Medical Center
Starr Electric Company, Charlotte
Starr Electric Company, Greensboro
Sunlight Batteries USA
TE Connectivity
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Madison
Third Consecutive Year
Core Technology Molding Corporation
Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, 171-Ultra-Flex
Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, 627-High Point Foam
Kirkland, Inc
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct, Burlington Quarry
Starr Electric Company, Fayetteville
Fourth Consecutive Year
Charlotte Facility, Trane Technologies, Inc.
Cintas Corporation, Location #45
Environmental Air Systems, LlLC Jamac Plant
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Corporate Headquarters
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., W-3
Fifth Consecutive Year
Duke Energy, Sherwood Smith JR Energy Complex
Environmental Air Systems, LLC, Envirotrol Service Division
Sixth Consecutive Year
Triumph Fluid Power And Actuation, NC Department Of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Upper Mountain Research Station
Laurel Spring
Seventh Consecutive Year
Environmental Air Systems, LLC, Field
Environmental Air Systems, LLC, RTP Construction
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Salem Stone Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - East Alamance Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Hickory Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Jamestown
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Statesville Quarry
Martin Marietta Materials, East DivisionGreensboro Distrct - Thomasville Quarry
Eighth Consecutive Year
Gregory Poole Equipment Company, Mebane Branch -Parts Department
Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company, 631-HS Converting - Conover
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., Warehouse
Ninth Consecutive Year
CGregory Poole Equipment Company, Mebane
Branch - Construction Division
Eleventh Consecutive Year
Honda Aircraft Company
Starr Electric, Raleigh
Twelfth Consecutive Year
Culp Inc., Corporate Office
Thirteenth Consecutive Year
Unifi Manufacturing Inc., T-5
Fourteenth Consecutive Year
The Resource Company, Inc., Greensboro
Branch Office
Sixteenth Consecutive Year
Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc.
Starr Electric, Corporate
Twenty-First Consecutive Year
Samet Corporation
Thirty-Eighth Consecutive Year
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC
Million Hour Winners
1 million
Adams Electric Company
January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023
2 million
Syngenta Crop Protection
May 13, 2009 through January 1, 2024
4 million hours
Samet Corporation-
February 1, 2022 through March 20, 2023
5 million hours
Samet Corporation
March 21, 2023 through March 31, 2024
Josh Dobson
Josh Dobson was sworn in as North Carolina’s 18th labor commissioner on Jan. 2, 2021, after serving eight years in the state House of Representatives. Dobson represented the 85th district covering Avery, McDowell and Mitchell counties located in the western part of the state. Dobson is a native of McDowell County and currently resides in Nebo with his wife, Valerie, and his daughter, Kennedy.
Dobson served as a McDowell County Commissioner from 2010 to 2012 before being appointed in 2013 to the 85th House district seat. Dobson was appointed to replace Mitch Gillespie, who left to accept a position with the McCrory administration. Dobson subsequently ran and won re-election to the 85th district seat in 2014, 2016 and 2018.
During the 2017-2018 legislative session, Dobson served as chair of the Subcommittee on Student Health for the Select Committee on Safer Schools, chairman of the Health and Human Services Appropriations Committee and chair of the House Health Policy standing committee.
Additionally, during the 2019-2020 legislative session, Dobson served as a full chair of the House Appropriations Committee and chairman of the House Health Committee.
Dobson earned a Bachelor of Science in social sciences from Gardner Webb and a Master of Public Administration from Appalachian State University.
Meet the Made in Greensboro Nominees
Large Business
CREST GUM DETOXIFY TOOTHPASTE
Procter & Gamble’s Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean toothpaste features an activated foam formula that effectively neutralizes harmful plaque bacteria, providing clinically proven fortified gums for 24 hours. Designed to cool gums during and after brushing, it ensures a refreshing clean while also combating gingivitis and cavities with the power of stannous fluoride.
HONDAJET ELITE II
The HondaJet Elite II represents the ongoing evolution of the Elite program, aiming to redefine the very light jet category through unparalleled performance and efficiency stemming from aerodynamic breakthroughs. Setting new benchmarks in range, fuel efficiency, performance, comfort,and technology, we are committed to shaping the future of the light jet category, driven by the belief that even the finest can always strive for improvement.
OLD SPICE SWAGGER ANTIPERSPIRANT
Procter & Gamble’s Swagger Aluminum-Free Deodorant features fade-resistant scent technology that overpowers stink for 24 hours. With its undeniable scent of masculinity blending lime and cedarwood, the Red Collection transforms unfresh men into legends of confidence, daring odor to challenge its exceptional fragrance for exceptional gents.
SUPERABSORBER
Evonik manufactures small polymers crucial for producing diapers and feminine hygiene products, emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity. With a dedicated workforce and a longstanding commitment to employee growth and community engagement, Evonik remains a cornerstone in providing essential products for countless individuals worldwide
Meet the Nominees
VANILLA EXTRACT
Mother Murphy’s Vanilla stands out for its top-ofthe-line quality, made solely from Grade A beans sourced from locations like Madagascar and Indonesia. Through a meticulous cold extraction process, they develop body, depth, and character, ensuring unparalleled flavor and aroma. With over 500 vanilla flavor profiles used in various foods and beverages, their extracts have been a best-seller since 1946, complementing everything from baked goods to dairy products and confections. With Mother Murphy’s Flavors, the difference in vanilla extract is unmistakable.
ZZZQUIL GUMMIES
Vicks ZzzQuil PURE Zzzs by Procter & Gamble are free from drugs and without next day grogginess. Infused with a unique botanical blend of Lavender, Chamomile, Lemon Balm, and Valerian Root, these gummies aid in natural sleep induction and regulate your sleep cycle, empowering you to face each day refreshed and revitalized.
Small Business
BEER SALTED CRAFT PEANUTS
SIPPIN SNAX Beer Salted Craft Peanuts are crafted to pair perfectly with your favorite beverages. Infused with the essence of beer, each peanut offers a harmonious blend of saltiness and savory richness, ideal for elevating your snacking experience. Enjoy them during laid-back evenings with friends or as a flavorful addition to gatherings.
C.B. FISHER’S BOTTLED IN BOND BOURBON
Greensboro Distilling Co./Fainting Goat Spirits produces a unique bourbon by master distiller Andrew Norman, the first bottled-in-bond bourbon in North Carolina.
Founded in December 2015, it utilizes North Carolina grains and has won multiple awards for its exceptional spirits. Led by Bill Norman as Master Distiller, with a team passionate about crafting quality bourbon, the distillery stands as a testament to North Carolina’s bourbon-making prowess.
CHOCOLATE BON BONS
Rhyme and Reason Chocolate Co. specializes in small-batch Bean-toBar chocolate, meticulously crafted to bring out the unique flavors of each cocoa bean harvest. Their single-origin bars contain only ethically sourced cocoa beans and top-quality sugar, while their inclusion bars offer innovative flavor combinations inspired by global travels. All chocolate bars are locally made in Greensboro, from ethically sourced cacao, ensuring a deliciously ethical treat. Additionally, they produce a variety of Bon Bon flavors, extending the magic of their chocolate beyond bars.
CONSOLE AIR JACKS
Plastic injection molded car jacks, produced by Core Technology Molding Corp, are an essential component of Mercedes-Benz automobiles manufactured at the Vance, AL facility. These jacks, with 4 units per G-Class and 4 units per Maybach, provide crucial support for vehicle servicing. Complex injection molding with robotics and assembly, executed by Core Technology Molding Corp, ensures precision and reliability in every Mercedes-Benz vehicle.
CRUNCH CHEESECAKE
Savor the Moment Bakery’s Crunch Cheesecakes have revolutionized their offerings, providing a creamy indulgence with a baked cookie crunch. With 16 flavors and a dessert topping bar, customers can get creative. Securing a registered trademark this year, their Crunch Cheesecake has become a sought-after sensation, drawing dessert enthusiasts from far and wide, fueled by its popularity on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
CRYSTALLINE POTTERY
Celtic Pottery specializes in crystalline pottery, a technique of growing crystals on porcelain during firing, yielding unique and stunning formations. Handthrown in Guilford County, their porcelain pieces showcase individualized crystal patterns, highlighting the craftsmanship and cultural heritage of the region.
Meet the Nominees
THE DIG BOX
The Dig Box simplifies gardening by delivering quality tools, seasonal seeds, and clear instructions to your doorstep, catering to both novice and seasoned gardeners. Curated for garden enthusiasts, it promotes eco-friendly practices and sustainability while offering seasonal surprises in each delivery.
EDGE 3D PRINTER
EDGE is a commercial-grade 3D printer tailored to meet business 3D printing requirements, featuring a robust design by Fusion3, a trusted manufacturer based in Greensboro with over 11 years of experience. With a generous build volume, it offers the largest horizontal build area in its class, empowering users to effortlessly tackle large projects by printing sizable parts in fewer pieces or multiple smaller parts simultaneously.
GOLDEN KEY MEDIUM HOUSE BLEND
Locally roasted by Vignette Coffee Roasters in Guilford County, Golden Key showcases how sweet and balanced coffee can be. Medium-roasted American coffees stand up to any brewing method, offering a sugary, versatile profile with a satisfying, well-rounded finish. 50% Perú Limcof Association, USDA OrganicallyGrown | 50% Colombia FUDAM, Ecocert Organically-Grown
MB08-4000 HYDRAULIC SHEAR
The MB08-4000 Hydraulic Shear is designed for sheet metal fabrication, cutting steel, aluminum, and other metals. Located in Guilford County for over a century, this company is the sole U.S. manufacturer of hydraulic and mechanical press brakes, pivotal in the local furniture industry’s expansion since the 1930s. Renowned globally for their high-quality, reliable equipment, they continue to produce machines and components used worldwide.
NEESE’S COUNTRY SAUSAGE
Neese’s Sausage, a cherished local, family-owned business, delights thousands daily with their exceptional meat products. With over a century of history, they pride themselves on superior quality, authenticity, and community support, sourcing locally and abstaining from preservatives. Now run by the fourth generation, with the fifth on the horizon, Neese continues its legacy of farm-to-table excellence.
ROTATING HANDLE SUBSCRIPTION
Loom Coffee’s Rotating Handle Subscription, founded by Ashley Griffeth and Christopher Pierce, expands coffee palates with a diverse selection of freshly roasted beans. Subscribers enjoy free local delivery in Greensboro, NC, and discover unique single-estate and co-op coffees from around the world curated by expert roasters.
SELVAGE DENIM
Crafted with precision, the 34” wide selvage denim is meticulously woven by a dedicated 2-person team in Greensboro, utilizing antiquated American-made shuttle weaving machinery inside the former White Oak plant. Using ringspun long staple cotton grown in the USA and indigo dyed at Mount Vernon Mills in Trion, GA, each fabric piece embodies tradition and craftsmanship. From design to shipping, the team collaborates directly with brands and factories, producing the only active shuttle-woven denim in the United States, ensuring unparalleled quality and authenticity throughout the process.