Aaron Mcmenamin
Perry,IA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Tyson Foods
Perry, IA
05.2021 - Current
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
- Tested wastewater samples for pollutants using standard laboratory tests such as BOD and COD, ammonia, total suspended solids, oil and grease and other parameters.
- Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Performed watch duties and maintenance for plant chlorination equipment, centrifuges, heat exchanger equipment, boilers, valves, pipes and meters.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
- Prepared field reports and performed process control analysis and verified compliance with local, state and federal operating regulations.
Lead Mechanic
Tyson Foods
Perry Iowa
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Tested mechanical units to diagnose malfunctions, using pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing equipment.
- Provided training to new mechanics in the use of test equipment, shop tools and safety procedures.
- Documented and updated maintenance records, documents and work order logs.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Replaced defective valves, bearings, gears and shafts in machines and equipment.
- Rebuilt worn or damaged parts by welding or fabricating new parts from raw materials.
- Diagnosed issues with malfunctioning equipment and documented repair needs.
Epoxy Applicator
Elite Concrete Systems
Urbandale, IA
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces to be epoxy-coated.
- Mixed, applied, and spread epoxy coating material on floors according to specifications.
- Scraped off excess epoxy material and smoothed out uneven areas.
- Removed existing floor coverings prior to application of new epoxy coatings.
- Repaired damaged or cracked concrete flooring with epoxy patches.
- Inspected surfaces for cracks, holes, and other imperfections prior to applying epoxy coating materials.
- Utilized hand tools such as scrapers, brushes, trowels, rollers. to apply and level the epoxy materials on floors.
- Ensured that all safety procedures are followed while working with hazardous chemicals such as solvents and thinners.
- Trained new workers in proper techniques for prepping surfaces before applying an epoxy coating material as well as how to mix, apply it properly using various tools, equipment provided by company policy..
Concrete Laborer
Artistic Concrete Floors
Grimes, IA
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Mix cement and sand to create concrete, following specific measurements.
- Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Remove any excess material from the surface of the concrete after it has been poured.
- Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement surfaces using a straightedge and jointer tool.
- Inspect finished product for quality assurance purposes before allowing customer access.
- Ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times while on the job site.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
Grocery Stocker
Fareway Grocery
Perry, IA
12.2009 - 12.2011
- Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
- Ordered additional stock when needed from vendors or suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Checked expiration dates on perishable items to guarantee freshness.
- Processed payments and bagged items for customer check out.
- Ensured that all products were properly labeled according to company standards.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory.
- Pulled items from stock using lift equipment and added to shelves or bins.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
Education
Welding
Dmacc Perry Iowa
Perry Iowa03-2013
High School Diploma -
Perry High School
Perry Iowa05-2010
Skills
- Public Health
- Safety protocol compliance
- Water Sampling
- Community Relations
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Continuous Improvement
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Preventive Maintenance
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Pneumatic systems
- Conveyor systems
- Pump maintenance
- Welding
- Gearbox maintenance
Timeline
Maintenance/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Tyson Foods
05.2021 - Current
Lead Mechanic
Tyson Foods
05.2017 - 12.2021
Epoxy Applicator
Elite Concrete Systems
07.2014 - 12.2016
Concrete Laborer
Artistic Concrete Floors
07.2011 - 02.2014
Grocery Stocker
Fareway Grocery
12.2009 - 12.2011
Welding
Dmacc Perry Iowa
High School Diploma -
Perry High School