Allan Tifft
Pawlet,VT
Summary
Dynamic manufacturing professional with experience at GE Aviation, excelling in quality control and production efficiency. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and meet tight deadlines. Skilled in operating machinery, including lathe and broach, while fostering a safe work environment. Committed to continuous improvement and achieving project goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Associate
GE Aviation
North Clarendon, VT
08.2018 - Current
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Followed safety protocols and utilized OSHA-approved PPE to foster safe working environment.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict quality control protocols.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Exceeded daily production targets with consistent attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Operated various types of machinery efficiently while adhering to all safety protocols at all times during shifts worked alongside other employees working together towards shared objectives.
- Upheld clean and organized workspaces to promote efficiency and minimize the risk of accidents or contamination.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team environment that facilitated open communication and collaboration on projects.
Job Site Supervisor
Atlantic Painting
Manchester, VT
2017 - 2018
- Coordinated onsite activities for effective execution of tasks while maintaining strict quality standards.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the duration of each project.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress and addressing potential delays proactively.
- Demonstrated strong leadership qualities, resulting in high levels of motivation and commitment from the team members throughout each project.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
Forklift Operator
Telescope Casual Furniture
Granville, NY
2014 - 2016
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- 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.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
Job Site Assistant/Supervisor
W.Tifft Painting
Pawlet, VT
2002 - 2015
- Identified opportunities for improvement within workflows, resulting in a more streamlined approach towards completing tasks.
- Ensured timely project completion with effective communication between contractors and subcontractors.
- Managed resources effectively, reducing waste and optimizing material usage throughout projects.
- Facilitated communication among crew members to avoid misunderstandings that could lead to delays or mistakes on the job site.
- Aided in project cost management through careful tracking of expenditures related to labor, materials, and equipment use.
- Enhanced team productivity by distributing materials and tools needed for each task.
- Contributed positively to overall team morale, maintaining a professional and supportive attitude throughout the duration of projects.
Education
Mill River Union High School
Clarendon, VTSkills
- Copper cell
- Grit blast
- Bow warp
- Marking Final Parts for shipping
- Ultrasonic clean
- Broach
- General Bench
- Lathe
- Liechti
- Haas
- Airflow
Timeline
Manufacturing Associate
GE Aviation
08.2018 - Current
Job Site Supervisor
Atlantic Painting
2017 - 2018
Forklift Operator
Telescope Casual Furniture
2014 - 2016
Job Site Assistant/Supervisor
W.Tifft Painting
2002 - 2015
Mill River Union High School