Noel D. Fredericks

Director, Manufacturing Strategy at Plug Power

Noel D. Fredericks has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Noel D. currently serves as the Director of Manufacturing Strategy at Plug Power, leading a team responsible for project management, business process improvement, data analytics, manufacturing system integration, program management, and workforce planning. In this role, they develop manufacturing strategies to support the company's scaling opportunities and oversees technology transfer processes in joint ventures and partnerships.

Prior to their current position, Fredericks worked as the Senior Manager of Global Manufacturing at Plug Power, where they established an organizational structure to support manufacturing operations, project management, workforce planning, business process improvement, and data analytics. Noel D. also led a team of engineering and facilities professionals to develop plans for future factory development with joint ventures.

Before joining Plug Power, Fredericks had an extensive career in the US Army, where they held various leadership positions. As the Sr. Director (Command Sergeant Major) at Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 42d ID, they provided strategic direction and oversight to operations, talent management, training development, human resources, and logistical planning. Noel D. also served as the Sr. Operations Manager (Division G3 Sergeant Major) at 42d Infantry Division, leading and synchronizing a cross-functional team responsible for planning, resourcing, implementing, and managing programs for over 4,000 personnel.

Additionally, Fredericks served in the US Army as the Sr. Manager (1SG) of the 2nd Civil Support Team (WMD), leading a team of Department of Defense response personnel. Noel D. coordinated operations with internal and external stakeholders, ensured compliance with guidelines and policies, and provided overall direction for training and development of personnel. Noel D. also held positions as the Manager of the Joint Operations Center and Manager of Information Technology, where they played key roles in establishing cooperative understanding of domestic incidents and managing communication systems during emergencies.

Fredericks' work experience demonstrates their expertise in strategic planning, project management, workforce planning, business process improvement, and leadership.

Noel D. Fredericks completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) from Franklin University in the years 2008 to 2014. Later, from 2015 to 2018, Noel pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Liberty University. The specific field of study during the MBA program is not available.

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  • Director, Manufacturing Strategy

    November, 2022 - present

  • Sr Manager Global Manufacturing

    March, 2022

  • Senior Program Manager

    June, 2021

  • Project Manager

    March, 2021