Bradley Hanson
Loveland,Colorado
Summary
Experienced and self-motivated team leader with a track record of success. Skilled in people management, effective communication, and quality-driven mindset. Known for achieving top-level performance and delivering exceptional results in diverse fields.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Boat Builder
Rocky Mountain Winds
Loveland, CO
11.2023 - Current
- Kept accurate records of time spent working on each project.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on machinery used in boatbuilding processes.
- Created molds for fiberglass components from blueprints.
- Ensured that all materials used in construction met the necessary standards.
- Installed deck hardware such as cleats, chocks, and winches.
- Inspected assembled vessels for structural integrity and safety concerns.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when handling sharp tools or chemicals.
- Fabricated parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Monitored work progress to guarantee timely completion of projects.
- Applied primers, paints, varnishes, and other finishes to boats.
- Maintained a clean workspace free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Maintained sufficient access to ship supplied by budgeting, monitoring inventory and submitting orders for restocking.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Vestas Blades America
Windsor, CO
01.2009 - 11.2023
- Organize and lead team of 12 people to ensure quality control on multiple manufacturing processes at one time
- Assist in the management of the floor of 70 people and ensure that all employees are operating safely
- Inspection and quality control of blades to prevent mistakes
- Ability to make quick decisions to resolve issues within time sensitive processes and prevent loss of resources and dollars
- Maintain documents to track QDA and track non-conformance of defects
- Coordinate with audit team to ensure all manufacturing processes are followed correctly
- Team with process engineers to establish new processes to improve quality and efficiency
- Assist other teams in improving quality control processes and efficiencies
- Conduct repairs of multiple blade models.
Boat Mechanic
Fort Collins Boat and Rv
Fort Collins, CO
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Assisted in launching vessels into water after repairs were completed.
- Inspected boats for damage and wear and tear.
- Performed routine maintenance to ensure proper functioning of boat's mechanical systems.
- Troubleshot problems with engine control systems using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
- Cleaned bilges and hulls of vessels when necessary.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as spark plugs, fuel filters, gaskets, pistons, rings, hoses and belts.
- Tested marine engines and equipment to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Removed and either repaired or replaced parts gears, magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs to correct malfunctions.
- Completed regular maintenance and service through oil changes, gear lubrication and winterizing.
- Overhauled and repaired gasoline marine engines, outboard motors and related marine equipment and systems using technical manuals and schematic charts.
- Tested engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
Flooring Installer
Mid Michigan Flooring
Lansing, MI
09.2004 - 10.2008
- Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine layout of floor planks or tiles accurately.
- Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
- Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
- Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
- Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
- Provided advice on which type of flooring would best suit customer's needs.
- Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
- Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
- Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding progress updates and potential issues.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
- Inspected rooms for any obstacles that could interfere with installation process.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
- Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Removed excess cement and flooring materials to form tight joints and attractive finishes.
Quality Inspector and Trainer
Vestas Blades America
- Assembly of V90, V100 and V110 wind turbine blades
- Prevent possible blade defects before occurring
- Inspect individual blades to ensure blades are produced without defects throughout the entire manufacturing process
- Train others in quality inspection
- Conduct repairs of multiple blade models.
Education
GED -
Larimer County
Fort Collins, CO01-1996
Skills
- Operational Team Leadership
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Processes
- Safety Management
- Inspection and Quality Control
- Decision Making
- Document Management
- Non-Conformance Tracking
- Audit Coordination
- Process Improvement
- Quality Control Processes
- Efficiency Improvement
- Blade Repair
- Quality Inspection Training
- Active Listening
- PPE use
- Organizational Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Problem Resolution
- Calm Under Pressure
- Critical Thinking
- Team Management
- Organization and Time Management
Affiliations
American Sailing Association
Personal Information
Title: Operational Team Leader, NDT level 1 certification, Manpower coordinator certification, Thermography certification
Accomplishments
Bare Boat skipper license .ASA 101 ASA 103 and ASA 104
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Boat Builder
Rocky Mountain Winds
11.2023 - Current
Vestas Blades America
01.2009 - 11.2023
Boat Mechanic
Fort Collins Boat and Rv
08.2008 - 01.2009
Flooring Installer
Mid Michigan Flooring
09.2004 - 10.2008
Quality Inspector and Trainer
Vestas Blades America
GED -
Larimer County
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