Adam Brown
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Demonstrated success in improving production output and quality with a focused and methodical approach. Well-versed in contributing to major plant changes, including equipment upgrades, process changes and retooling processes. Diplomatic and motivational leader. Swiftly adapting to changing demands and maintaining a positive attitude that motivates junior team members and encourages optimism.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Composite Technician
Tiara Yachts
04.2018 - 06.2023
- Read and interpreted job orders, drawings and specification sketches.
- Checked completed products for conformance to specifications and defects by measuring with rulers or micrometers and tapping to detect bubbles or dead spots.
- Competency in open lamination as well as vacuum infusion techniques to build hulls, hardtops, stringer grids, as well as various structural components to be installed in hulls, decks, and hardtops.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Sprayed chopped fiberglass, resins and catalysts onto prepared molds or dies, using pneumatic spray guns with chopper attachments.
- Revision of build process for new launch products.
- Revising bill of materials for mill room production and fiberglass cut files on Eastman cutting machines to ensure quality fit and build.
- Set up and tear down of resin wet out and chopper guns.
- Set up and tear down of resin infusion guns.
- Reading infusion schematics.
- Maintaining weekly production schedules
- Inspection of parts for quality standards.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Machine Operator/Production relief
Pregis Films
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Executed change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Monitored machine operation for compliance with policies, procedures and processes.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Preparing machines for specific materials
- Trouble shooting machine alarms and codes.
- Packing and staging.
- Training new hires.
Line Leader/Assembler
Haskell Office
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Monitored employee performance to determine need for additional education and training.
- Maintained communication across key departments and senior leadership team.
- Collaborated with manager on performance-related issues and employee performance reviews.
- Trained and monitored line associates to perform proper assembly techniques, apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
- Implemented process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and quality standards.
- Expert assembly on all 6 product lines.
- Responsible for training all new hires.
- Well organized staging allowing minimum loss due to shipping errors.
Laborer
Choice Concrete
03.2010 - 02.2014
- Footings, poured walls, flat work.
- HAZWOPER certification.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Trained new entry level personnel.
- Strict Job site standards and safety protocols.
Warehouse Associate
United Stationers Supply Company
07.2009 - 02.2010
- Weekly shift audits and nightly cycle counts ensured astringent accuracy.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Highly proficient order picking and packing.
- Expert data input accuracy, never failed an audit.
- Voice picking systems technology experience.
- Sorting and staging.
Demolition, Team Lead
Prairie Construction Group
03.2008 - 07.2009
- My role as Team Lead for Prairie was to configure a pragmatic system to deconstruct an area of a building without compromising structural integrity, as well as causing the least amount of damage to many reusable materials.
- We worked as a unit, I had to prioritize tasks and delegate team member positions.
- Moral was a major factor ensuring safety and continuity among the labor force.
- Team Lead responsible for job site safety and security
- Educating and training new employees
- Jobs always complete on time with zero accidents and injuries for 3 years.
- Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and properly handling/disposing hazardous materials.
Education
GED - Fine Arts
Some College
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Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Order Fulfillment
- Clerical Support
- Site Installations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Production Scheduling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safe Work Practices
- Fiberglass Installation
- Active Listening
- Records Accuracy
- Training Junior Team Members
- Reading Blueprints and Drawings
- Quality Assurance Inspections
Timeline
Composite Technician
Tiara Yachts
04.2018 - 06.2023
Machine Operator/Production relief
Pregis Films
03.2016 - 02.2018
Line Leader/Assembler
Haskell Office
02.2014 - 03.2016
Laborer
Choice Concrete
03.2010 - 02.2014
Warehouse Associate
United Stationers Supply Company
07.2009 - 02.2010
Demolition, Team Lead
Prairie Construction Group
03.2008 - 07.2009
GED - Fine Arts
Some College
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Grand Rapids Community College