Charles D. Ross
Linden, Michigan, USA
"Just call me Charlie - Life is Good!"
(or, the job I got paid for!)
Apprentice Committee Chairman
UAW Local 659 Apprentice Committee
General Motors - Metal Fabricating Division, Flint Metal Center
Key responsibilities
Career and Educational Counseling
Recruitment
Applicant Testing and Interviewing
Apprentice On-the-Job Training and Related Instruction
Experience
Die Maker Journeyman 1971 -
- Experienced in all aspects of the trade
Skilled Trades Union Steward 1987-94
- Represented skilled trades journeypersons and apprentices with respect to the Local and National UAW/GM Labor Agreements
GMT 325/330 Systems Development Team 1988-92
- Developed the production plan and investment costs and oversaw design and development of tools and equipment for the manufacture of the 1993-94 S-10 Pickups and Blazers
Stamping Press Rehab Project Co-Manager 1989-93
- Assisted in the development and execution of a major capital equipment overhaul project (sheet metal stamping presses) and quick die-change system development and installation project with a management counterpart
UAW Apprentice Committee 1994 - 2007
www.doleta.gov/OA/ Home Page for Apprenticeship
www.aboutmasci.org/
Michigan Apprenticeship Steering Committee
www.miarc.org/
Michigan Association for Responsible Contracting
www.uaw.org UAW Home Page
www.ed.gov United States Dept. of Education
www.mibldgtrds.org Michigan Building and Construction Trades
www.mi.gov/mde Michigan Dept. of Education
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Home Phone |
(810) 735-7944 |
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Cell Phone |
(810) 869-2637 |
On May 26th, 2007 I was sworn in to fill a vacancy on the City Council. Having recently retired, I was contemplating some sort of community service when this opportunity arose. My experience on boards and committees has prepared me for this honor since I do understand good boardsmanship and the pitfalls of micromanaging. I ran unnopposed this past November in the General Election and was elected to a four-year term. I currently serve as Mayor Pro-Tem.
Michigan Apprenticeship Steering Committee, Inc.
Upon my retirement, I had served as Chairman of this committee for seven years. The Michigan Apprenticeship Steering Committee, Inc. (MASCI) is composed of representatives from labor, industry, education, government, and the public-at-large. The steering committee fosters, encourages, and promotes the awareness, establishment and improvement of sound apprenticeship and training programs to meet the needs of industry. We view apprenticeship as "that other" four year degree.
Some current MASCI projects...
Web Site
Our web site became functional January 30th, 2001. Please take time to visit. The address is
www.aboutmasci.org.MASCI White Paper
Our committee has, upon the request of David Hollister, Director of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth (MDLEG), identified the strengths and weaknesses and suggested specific changes needed in the roles and functions of all stakeholders in the apprenticeship and technical training community. Our findings were published in the white paper 'The Skilled Trades as Honorable and Respected Educational Options for the Citizens of Michigan' and presented to Director Hollister. Our findings are included as strategic policy recommendations in MDLEG's efforts to reshape Michigan's workforce development strategies.
Apprentice of the Year Awards
Each year MASCI chooses an apprentice from the building and construction trades and an apprentice from the industrial trades whose performance, work ethic, and community involvement personifies the dignity of a career as a craftworker. Winners are determined by criteria set by our awards committee. Winners receive a check in the amount of $1000 and a plaque identifying their accomplishment. Sponsors of the winners also receive a plaque identifying them as employer and/or union sponsors of quality apprentice training programs. Also, MASCI inscribes the winners' names on our traveling trophies, signifying them as winners for that particular year.
My (Our) Life
Born in Flint in '47 to Ralph and Leona, the first of two (sister Toni)
Class of '65 - Flint St. Mike's (Go, Warriors!!!)
Married to Kathryn (Fischer - Flint St. Agnes Class of '66). We promised on February 10, 1968! We celebrated our 40th this year. I'm such a lucky guy!
Resident of Linden since '71.
Three beautiful, talented and intelligent daughters - Monica (Gary Herz), Heather (Greg Vadasz), and Amy.
Five beautiful and wonderful grandkids - Ken, Rachel, Nicholas, Cara Ann and Dana Evelyn!
Education:
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Technology, with High Honors; Mott Community College
Bachelor of Industrial Management, Magna cum Laude; Baker College
Professional Organizations and Community Activities:
Member of: St. John's Church, Fenton; UAW Local 659 (Joint Council Delegate and Retirees' Chapter); City-Wide Apprentice Committee, Flint; Mott Community College Trade/Tech Advisory Committees; UAW Regions 1-C & 1-D Area-Wide Apprentice Committee (Past Chair); Michigan Apprenticeship Steering Committee (current Chair); Michigan Virtual Automotive College (past advisory committee co-chair); Past Secretary, Vice President, and President - Linden Community Schools Board of Education, past member of the Michigan Association of School Boards, past Working Committee member of the Genesee County Association of School Boards; Consultant - Michigan Association for Responsible Contracting ...
I like fly-fishing, bow hunting, turkey hunting, (my interest in hunting and fishing has been reinvigorated by my grandson Ken's avid interest), camping, backpacking, street rods, old movies, and historical novels - anything old or outdoors. Well... almost anything old or outdoors.
Thanks for stoppin' by.
Last Revised: January 4, 2009