Celina Ruth Alas
Cynthiana,KY
Summary
Seasoned Rail Car Mechanic known for high productivity and efficiency in completing maintenance and repair tasks. Possess strong skills in diagnostics, welding, and pneumatic systems troubleshooting. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring safety and reliability in rail car operations. Resourceful professional in transportation maintenance known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in mechanical troubleshooting, welding, and preventive maintenance ensuring peak performance of rail cars. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to meet operational demands. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Repairman
Road and Rail
Georgetown, KY
07.2022 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Tested repaired items for proper operation prior to returning them to customers.
- Replaced worn or defective parts on machines using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, tested and repaired rail car systems such as brakes, wheels and couplers.
- Performed preventative maintenance on rail cars to ensure safe operation.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts in accordance with safety regulations.
- Adjusted brake shoes for proper clearance from the wheel treads.
- Installed new components including air hoses, electrical wiring and control systems.
- Checked various components of the rail car for wear or damage before repairs were made.
- Cleaned and lubricated all moving parts of the rail car to reduce friction between them.
- Checked air brakes for leaks or other irregularities during routine inspections.
- Performed visual inspections of the entire rail car to detect any potential defects.
- Identified areas of concern related to rusting or corrosion on the exterior of the rail car.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed on each rail car for future reference.
- Coordinated with other mechanics to ensure timely completion of repair projects.
- Prepared accurate and complete inspection reports and work order paperwork to fulfill recordkeeping and regulatory requirements.
- Completed accurate repairs by reading and interpreting technical documentation and job work orders.
- Used pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars and cutting torches to remove locomotives and car mechanical units.
- Verified efficient, safe and compliant operations by conducting 120 railcar inspections per shift.
- Examined car roofs for wear and damage and repaired defective sections using roofing materials, cement and waterproof paint.
- Utilized all tools to replace defective wiring and insulation.
Assembly Technician
Dana Light Axle
Dry Ridge, KY
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Verified the accuracy of assembly work using measuring instruments and gauges.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts during the assembly process.
- Utilized a variety of fasteners including screws, bolts, rivets, clamps for proper installation of components.
- Inspected completed assemblies for defects prior to shipment.
- Provided technical assistance with troubleshooting issues related to the assembly process.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to safety protocols while performing tasks.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe operation of machinery used in the assembly process.
- Followed established quality control procedures throughout the entire assembly process.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that production goals were met within specified timeframes.
- Developed solutions for complex problems encountered during the assembly process.
- Ensured that all equipment was operated properly and safely at all times.
- Conducted visual inspections and checked for product defects.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Operated air, manual and hydraulic tools to put together and align assemblies.
- Maintained clean workstation, equipment and text fixtures in safe condition.
- Operates equipment safely and checked regularly for operational issues.
- Used precision measuring instruments to accomplish assembly assignments.
- Kept eye on material levels, counted supplies and restocked components to maintain production.
- Leveraged equipment and gauges to complete final inspection of assembled components.
- Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
- Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
- Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
- Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
Production Team Member
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Georgetown, KY
01.2015 - 04.2020
- Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure efficient functioning of the line.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, quality control checks and related information.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Performed pre-operation inspections to ensure machines were ready for use.
- Set up, operated and adjusted various pieces of equipment according to established procedures.
- Ensured that all products met quality standards before packaging them for shipment.
- Loaded raw materials into production machinery as needed.
- Inspected finished goods for defects or discrepancies prior to packaging.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating machinery and working on the production line.
- Recorded daily activities in logbooks and completed other paperwork as required.
- Monitored product flow throughout the entire process from start to finish.
- Cleaned work area regularly and checked for any potential hazards in the facility.
- Followed standard operating procedures for each stage of the manufacturing process.
- Responsible for packing finished goods in accordance with customer specifications.
- Verified accuracy of product labels before affixing them onto packages.
- Provided assistance with machine set-up, adjustment, maintenance and repair tasks.
- Conducted regular visual inspections of equipment components to identify potential issues.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions concerning new processes or techniques.
- Worked collaboratively with supervisors, co-workers, vendors and customers when necessary.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials used during the production process.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, when performing maintenance tasks.
- Kept operations area neat and orderly to minimize obstacles.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to company's specific standards and protocols.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
- Analyzed work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Unloaded and sorted products and transported items to proper locations.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Operated trucks, forklifts and lifts following safety protocols to minimize accidents.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrison County High School
Cynthiana, KY05-2015
Skills
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Workplace Safety
- Brake System Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Vehicle inspections
- Quality Control Procedures
- Welding expertise
- Power Tool Operation
- OSHA Safety Regulations
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Detail Oriented
- Structural Repairs
- Active Listening
- Professionalism
- Task Prioritization
- Repairs and maintenance
- Professional Demeanor
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Equipment Inspection
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Administration and management
- Quality Control
- Welding skills
- Service procedures
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Continuous Improvement
- Machine Operation
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability
- Power Tools Operation
- Metal cutting
- Parts Replacement
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Safety Regulations
- Brake systems knowledge
- Inspection skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Repair documentation
Languages
English
Professional
About me.
- Im a hard worker, I adapt and learn very quickly. I am good with working with others and by myself. Strong minded, Always willing to learn something new every day. I give 110% to my work and I am flexible with time and will be nothing but a top tier employee
Timeline
Repairman
Road and Rail
07.2022 - Current
Assembly Technician
Dana Light Axle
07.2020 - 06.2022
Production Team Member
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
01.2015 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Harrison County High School
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