December 12, 2006 - Cascade Engineering's Industrial Solutions-Container Group will receive the Rising Star Award, for workplace safety and health excellence, from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), at a special ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 15, 2006, 4950 37^th St. SE, in Grand Rapids.

The Michigan Voluntary Protection Programs (MVPP) Rising Star Award for outstanding safety and health programs is granted by MIOSHA, and recognizes worksites that provide exemplary safety and health protection for their workers.  The MIOSHA program is part of the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth (DLEG).

DLEG Director Robert W. Swanson and MIOSHA Acting Director Martha B. Yoder will present the award to Jeff Miles, Plant Manager; Sharon Darby, Human Resources Manager; and Noah McGhee, Shift Supervisor.  Refreshments will be served to employees and guests following the ceremony. 

Cascade Engineering is a leader in engineered plastic systems and components for the solid waste, automotive and industrial markets.  The Industrial Solutions-Container Group employs 88 workers and is a plastic injection molding operations.

EVENT:           MVPP Rising Star Award Presentation

DATE:             Friday, December 15, 2006

TIME:              1:30 p.m.

LOCATION:     4950 37^th St. SE, Grand Rapids

Contact:         Kristine Nietering (616) 975-4933

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