Adam Birkett

• Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
• Effectively communicated with engineering teams to address design concerns or discrepancies before fabrication began.
• Upheld stringent quality control standards through regular visual inspections of weldments prior to final assembly stages.
• Increased weld quality by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment regularly.
• Disassembled, corrected, and reassembled defective components.
• Changed wire, gas tanks, and tools to meet different production demands.
• Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
• Expedited project completion timelines by carefully planning and executing welding tasks in a sequential order to minimize downtime.
• Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale welding projects within tight deadlines.
• Improved workflow efficiency, optimizing workspace layout and organization for easier access to tools and materials.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

Brazed refrigerant lines together for high pressure systems.

Distinguish between different models for proper brazing techniques

Work in a fast paced factory line setting.

Test joints for leaks and take action to correct leaks

• Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
• Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
• Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
• Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
• Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
• Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
• Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
• Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
• Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
• Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
• Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
• Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
• Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
• Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
• Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.

• Performed routine maintenance on die casting machines to prevent breakdowns.
• Reported machine performance issues to management for timely action.
• Prepared dies for production runs to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborated with production team to streamline workflows and achieve targets.
• Implemented quality checks during production runs, minimizing waste.
• Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues, minimizing interruptions to production schedules.
• Supported new employee training, sharing knowledge of die setter best practices and techniques.
• Maintained a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines and procedures while operating machinery.
• Ensured proper handling of dies by using appropriate lifting equipment, minimizing potential damage or injury risks.
• Enhanced production efficiency by accurately setting up and operating die casting machines.
• Collaborated with Quality Control department staff to address any non-conformance issues in a timely manner.
• Developed streamlined processes for die setup, reducing the time required between changeovers.
• Collaborated closely with tooling department for proper die storage, handling, and transportation within the facility.
• Collaborated with production team to meet daily quotas, ensuring on-time delivery of products to customers.
• Ensured compliance with company standards by accurately documenting work activities and maintaining clean workspaces.
• Increased product quality with precise alignment and adjustment of dies during machine operations.
• Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
• Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
• Monitored production and made improvements for quality and productivity.

• Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
• Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
• Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
• Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
• Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
• Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
• Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
• Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.

• Supported continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process enhancements to increase productivity.
• Assisted in the training of new employees, providing guidance on die cast machine operation procedures.
• Upheld high-quality standards by conducting thorough visual inspections of parts postproduction.
• Efficiently operated multiple die cast machines simultaneously, maximizing production capabilities within given resources constraints.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve die cast machine issues efficiently.
• Streamlined workflow by coordinating with other operators in scheduling mold changes as per production plan.
• Ensured consistent product output by adjusting machine settings according to specifications and requirements.
• Identified defects in finished products, enabling timely correction of issues before affecting larger batches or shipments.
• Managed raw materials inventory, ensuring adequate supply for uninterrupted production processes.
• Increased product quality by calibrating machines and ensuring proper alignment of dies.
• Reduced machine downtime for repairs through meticulous monitoring of equipment performance.
• Optimized material usage through precise measurement and calculation of required metal alloys.
• Performed preventive maintenance tasks on die cast machines, prolonging their lifespan and reducing unexpected breakdowns.
• Operated equipment such as cranes, forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Performed visual and physical inspections of finished products to check quality.
• Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining die cast machines and performing routine inspections.
• Polished and changed dies to meet different production needs.
• Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
• Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
• Checked over casting machines prior to start of each shift to identify and resolve any issues.
• Selected and installed blades, tools or other attachments for each operation.
• Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
• Observed manufacturer instructions when operating plastic molding and casting machines to optimize quality.