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Work History
Education
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Andrew Collins

Old Town

Summary

Dynamic production professional with extensive experience at Old Town Canoe, excelling in machine operation and process improvement. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and safety through effective team training and mentorship. Skilled in casting mold setup and committed to continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Roto Mold Operator

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.1999 - Current
  • Operated molding machines to produce quality components according to specifications.
  • Monitored production processes for safety and efficiency compliance.
  • Assisted with machine setup and adjustments for optimal performance.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure reliability.

Production Supervisor

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.2002 - 09.2013
  • Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices and operational procedures.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Coordinated cross-functional communication between production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams.

Assembler

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.1999 - 09.2003
  • Assembled components according to specifications, ensuring high quality and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Operated various hand tools and machinery proficiently to achieve assembly targets efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes, enhancing workflow and reducing downtime.
  • Conducted routine inspections of assembled products for defects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
06.1984 - 08.1986
  • Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft systems and components to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and equipment for timely resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices and safety protocols in aircraft maintenance.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.

Education

High School Diploma -

Old Town High School
Old Town, ME
06-1984

No Degree - Aircraft Maintenance

USAF
Shepherd, TX
09-1984

Skills

  • Organizational growth
  • Casting mold setup
  • Material handling
  • Adaptable to change
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Machine operation proficiency
  • Blueprint reading aptitude
  • Tool maintenance capabilities
  • Plastic materials
  • Safety procedures
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking

Accomplishments

While at Old Town Canoe I have had the opportunity to work in many different areas. Some of the opportunities have been while in the position of supervisor/lead we were trained and responsible oven process adjustments, repairing ovens if broken down on the off shifts. Other opportunities I have had are working on larger projects such as removing the old oven 5 and 7 and installing the new oven 5, this involved wiring, plumbing of natural gas and assembly of the oven.

I have worked on many lighting projects as we swapped over to LED lighting.

I worked on the new engineering department in Kegan, I ran all the compressed airlines and helped with the electrical work.

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.2002 - 09.2013

Roto Mold Operator

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.1999 - Current

Assembler

Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors
10.1999 - 09.2003

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
06.1984 - 08.1986

High School Diploma -

Old Town High School

No Degree - Aircraft Maintenance

USAF