Aaron Brees
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated individual with a Gold+ National Career Readiness Certificate. Thrives on hard work and excels in a productive setting. Demonstrates exceptional cooperation skills, fostering strong working relationships with colleagues of diverse personalities. Known for speed and organization, capable of effectively managing multiple details simultaneously and meeting deadlines under pressure. Adept at problem-solving through effective communication, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Runner
Oakview Group /Wells Fargo Arena
12.2023 - Current
- Organized game-day catering for the Iowa Wolves, maintaining a well-supplied selection throughout the event.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Machine Operator
All State Industries (Express Employment Temp Agency)
03.2024 - 05.2024
- I would get my cut list and the use forktruck to find material
- Then I would load pallet of material in my station
- I would measure the piece of material and put it in the computer system along with the size and quantity of the piece to figure out how many pieces, that part will cut
- Then I would dabur the part and box the pieces up and send them to quality to make sure Parts are cut correctly
Machine Operator
Putco Inc
03.2023 - 11.2023
- I ran the saw cutting pieces of metal to measurement, I used a fork truck to move a pallet of sheets of metal, I would load individual sheets onto a table and then lay 3M adhesive tape onto one side to be ready to be cut by laser to smaller pieces
- I then would take these pieces cut by the laser and use a crimper machine, I boxed up grills and accessories then labeled and palletized them to be shipped out
- I also ran 2 types of bending machines to bend parts to exact degree
Wiring Technician
3E (Iowa Staffing Temp Agency)
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Constructed wiring harnesses for agricultural machinery.
- Gathered job number and prepared wires and components.
- Interpreted and comprehended blueprints to ensure proper wiring placement.
- I would have to crimp, strip, and weld wire when needed
- Executed tasks with exactness, avoiding errors that could compromise the wiring harness.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate completion of wiring projects.
- Troubleshot wiring issues quickly and efficiently, ultimately reducing overall repair times.
General Laborer
R&P Manufacturing
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Tore down and help Rebuild Hydraulic Steam Presses
- Cutting, Threading, fitting pipe to pumps according to blueprint
- Operated grease lines and acetylene torch to achieve tasks efficiently.
- Performed welding tasks to meet project requirements.
- Utilized skylift to install piping in warehouse ceiling
- Operated fork truck to transport and unload metal sheets.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
Stocker/ Picker/ Shipping&Receiving
E-Commerce Direct
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Stocked all products for shipment, picked products to fill orders, boxed and labeled products as needed for order
- Processed orders using UPS for timely delivery.
- Trained others in my department
- Skilled in handling various warehouse equipment.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Aided in training new team members on best practices for stocking procedures and inventory management systems.
Welder
Ex-Guard Industries
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Also Welded All Small Parts For All Models, Fit Parts into Jigs, Measured Parts, Grinded Tube Welds Down Flush, Fixed Parts
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Education
Vocational Certificate - Gas Metal Arc Welding (G.M.A.W)
01.2013
60 hour Course
High School Diploma -
01.2006
Skills
- Welding Skills
- Read Blueprints
- Working and training others
- Completing work on a timed schedule
- Worked in a variety of different fields
- Manufacturing
- Put information into the computer Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Resolved problems as a team and individual
- Saw Operator
- Tape Measurer
- Hoist Operation
- Overhead Crane
- Pipefitting
- Critical thinking
- Blueprint reading
- Attention to detail
- Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Machinery operation
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Assembly and production
- Equipment operation
- Power and hand tools
- Safety compliance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Quality control
- Manufacturing experience
- Basic math
- Machinery cleaning
- Shipping and labeling
- Production monitoring
- Willing to learn
- Positive attitude
- Loading and unloading
- Friendly and personable
- Energetic and outgoing
- Order receiving
- Warehouse safety
- Shipping and receiving
- Time management
- Package handling
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Warehousing operations
- Punctual and reliable
- Inventory management
- Labeling accuracy
- Relationship building
- Material handling equipment
- Interpersonal skills
- Data entry
- Barcode scanning
- Order picking
- OSHA compliance
- PPE policy adherence
- Incident reporting
- Equipment inspections
- Stock management
Timeline
Machine Operator - All State Industries (Express Employment Temp Agency)
03.2024 - 05.2024
Runner - Oakview Group /Wells Fargo Arena
12.2023 - Current
Machine Operator - Putco Inc
03.2023 - 11.2023
Wiring Technician - 3E (Iowa Staffing Temp Agency)
10.2022 - 02.2023
General Laborer - R&P Manufacturing
04.2021 - 02.2022
Stocker/ Picker/ Shipping&Receiving - E-Commerce Direct
10.2019 - 03.2021
Welder - Ex-Guard Industries
04.2018 - 08.2019
DMACC Newton - Vocational Certificate, Gas Metal Arc Welding (G.M.A.W)
Knoxville High School - High School Diploma,
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