Benjamin Parry
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented Assembler with 4 years of manufacturing experience. Expertise in standardized assembly procedures, OMS documentation, and quality assurance in production settings. Skilled in electrical installation, equipment operation, and crew leadership, contributing effectively both independently and within teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Assembler
John Deere
Ankeny, Iowa
06.2022 - 07.2026
- Performed assembly work in a high-volume manufacturing environment while maintaining production, quality, and safety standards.
- Followed OMS instructions and required torque specifications to ensure components were assembled correctly and consistently.
- Used hand and power tools to complete assembly tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Applied strong attention to detail when working with model-specific assembly requirements and torque specifications.
- Identified discrepancies between existing documentation and current model requirements and updated instructions accordingly.
- Reviewed existing OMS documentation and edited outdated instructions to reflect current-year model specifications.
- Followed established safety procedures and maintained a clean and organized work area to John Deere's 5S standards.
- Facilitated employee training to enhance skills and ensure consistency in assembly processes across multiple stations.
- Served as a Union Steward to represent and support union members in discussions with management, enhancing workplace relations.
- Forklift certified at John Deere
Electrical Apprentice
Frederickson Electric
Port Townsend, Washington
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted with electrical upgrades and new installations in residential and commercial properties.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems.
- Installed and connected electrical components and equipment under the direction of experienced electricians.
- Worked from plans, specifications, and job requirements to complete installations.
- Used hand and power tools safely and effectively.
Organic Farm Manager
Midori Farm
Quilcene, Washington
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Managed a crew of farm workers and coordinated daily tasks.
- Planned and directed planting, hand cultivation, harvesting, and other vegetable farming activities.
- Operated tractors and performed mechanical and hand cultivation of crops.
- Trained and worked alongside employees to complete daily production goals.
- Assisted with equipment operation, maintenance, and daily farm operations.
- Worked at farmers markets, representing the farm and interacting with customers.
Education
Course work - General Studies
DMACC
Ankeny, IA01-2004
Course Work - Photography
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA01-2005
Skills
- Assembly methods
- Torque specifications
- Tool operation
- Quality control
- Assembly documentation
- Documentation management
- Training new employees
- Forklift operation
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout
Affiliations
- Americorps Camphill Special School Voluneer 2006-2007
- Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker 2016
Timeline
Line Assembler
John Deere
06.2022 - 07.2026
Electrical Apprentice
Frederickson Electric
10.2019 - 05.2022
Organic Farm Manager
Midori Farm
03.2017 - 10.2019
Course work - General Studies
DMACC
Course Work - Photography
Hawkeye Community College