Chase Butzen

While being employed at SSL industries, we made high quality food grade stainless steel tables. that being said there was a high standard held for quality, cleanliness and efficiency. i was in charge of many different tasks, one of them being the entirety of the pre-fabrication process, that includes taking work orders, and diagrams and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings analyzing them, and manufacturing a various amount of stainless steel parts from round stock, flat bar, and 11 gauge stainless steel, i would use a variety of different hand tools, equipment, and measurement devices, to assist me in that process. some of those being pedestal grinders, band saws, drill presses, dial calipers, plasma cutters, hand files, die grinders,angle grinders,polishing wheel, belt sanders, and many other rotary tools. with that i would evaluate the blueprint, and be in charge of measuring and cutting all the material for pre-manufacturing. then i would be responsible for grinding, beveling, and deburring any and all parts accordingly to the specific order/blueprint and do any fabrication or custom modifications necessary to get them ready for the next step in the fabrication process. After the tables are welded and or any other parts, control panels, or custom fixtures. i would perform a final inspection on all the final parts/products for weld defects or manufacture errors, as well as putting the parts through a final passivation process before fulfilling the orders for distribution.

Conducted preventive maintenance on machines to ensure reliable performance.

• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to ensure precise task completion.
• Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment to ensure optimal performance levels during high-demand periods.
• Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.
• Verified safety and quality standards by inspecting equipment and materials.
• Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
• Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
• Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.

Stocked fresh produce and goods in the warehouse daily, rotating old items out and new items in to maintain product quality. Labeled each box by date and vendor, conducted order checks for incoming deliveries, and implemented preventive maintenance measures throughout the warehouse.

• Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move products efficiently within warehouse.
• Conducted inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and prevent shortages.
• Assisted in loading and unloading deliveries, ensuring safe handling of produce.
• Followed safety protocols to create a secure work environment for all staff.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline packing processes for quicker order fulfillment.
• Monitored temperature controls in storage areas to ensure product quality preservation.
• repaired company walls and foundation on two occasions, completing concrete repairs to ensure building compliance with inspection codes.
• Repaired four thirty-foot tall structural I-beams for AJ's Produce, addressing issues of rot and collapse as a welder and custom fabricator.

while working for FDS concrete i wasn't just a finisher we only had two people me and the bosses daughter so i did everything from laboring hauling all the heavy stuff and doing all the bull work. to measuring and cutting forms, accurately for set up using carpenters square,tape measure. as well as using levels and string lines and lazer levels and various other measuring devices to accurately set up and calculate the pour. the different tools i would use consisted of mag, trowel, edger, string line, level, tape measure, regular long neck heavy head hammer, then a snap-on deadblow hammer, knee pads, muckboots, kneel boards, handheld grinder, 18in blade industrial stil demo saw, penny nails, grease gun, utility knife, and countless hand tools i would also have to calculate, cut and tie all re-enforcement rebar going into the slab. as well as the first step of digging the old concrete/material out with different pry bars and shovels, skid steers, jack hammer,and demo saw, then i would use the skid steer to make the whole plot level, rakes and come-alongs as well to fine-tune the whole plot level checking for consistency and making sure its all even. then setting up your forms using a lazer level and string line to check height as well as a bubble level to calculate and run the water away from the building. then after the material is down i would take a compactor and go over the whole surface sometimes even twice, and on a really hot day water the grade so it sets up slower and the grade doesn't suck all the moisture out right away. then go in your reinforcements which i measure, cut with deo saw, the evenly lay into place, and tie. after the mixer truck shows up, getting him unloaded and the concrete down efficiently in a timely manner is key. and as the truck it there unloading. i am working right beside the chute communicating with the driver operating slinging mud where it needs to go with shovels and come-alongs quickly scanning and analyzing were it is high and low filling gaps and making it level. and as soon as all the mud is down i get all necessary tools washed up and get the driver washed up and out of her so he can keep moving. after that i would also use a bull float and get the whole slab relatively flat. then wait for it to set up for a little bit as well as getting on boards finishing the slab after it hardens up and using more fine tuning concrete finishing tools such as mags,trowels,and edgers to complete the project i would also the day after make open blade saw cuts with that same stil demo saw to prevent cracking. if no joints were put in. also using industrial hammer drills to go into the side of foundation and buildings to connect slabs or structures. and scrubbing and washing all the tools as well before the truck leaves. and the day after cleaning up, making saw cuts, stripping boards, scrapping boards, pins, forms, loading and unloading the work truck from jobsite to jobsite in a timely and efficient manner.

• Applied finishing techniques to improve surface quality and aesthetics of concrete installations.
• Operated tools such as trowels and floats to finish concrete surfaces with precision.
• mixing concrete to ensure proper consistency and quality for various projects.
• Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment while handling materials.
• Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet project deadlines.
• Adapted quickly to different project requirements, demonstrating flexibility in task execution.
• Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
• operating equipment such as mini excavator and skid steer to moving material
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating power tools and equipment on job sites.
• Focused on precision and attention to detail in all aspects of concrete finishing.

this was my first on the books job working on the team in the snack shack which was a small restaurant on the campground. when i first started there i was just working in the snack snack on the weekends operating commercial grade deep fryers, grills, pizza oven, ice cream machine, slushie machine shake mixer, microwave things like that. everything in a kitchen making and serving food. then i learned how to started tearing down and cleaning the ice cream machine, slushie machine, deep fryer, shake machine and all of the above. which was not an easy task. i was the only one that knew how to clean and sanitize those machines besides the manager. so quickly i became a very very valuable asset. it wasn't long after i stepped up to the plate and started doing the books, inventory and product management for the whole snack shack. every month that consisted of going through organizing and logging everything in the fridge/freezer by date and knowing exactly whats selling and whats not selling. and that was only on the weekends. this campground also has forty plus rental cabins along with two bath houses and three heated pools. during the week i would also do that as well, go around and strip all the cabins bare then go in and clean and make beds getting them ready for the next guest. clean and tend to the pools. make reservations on the computer system and checking people in. i would also during the week do all the grounds keeping and all the flower beds around the main buildings and cabins tending to those with fresh water and mulch and i was also responsible for trimming all the hedges as well trimming them into different meticulous shapes. along with leaf clean up in the fall, trail maintenance throughout the woods there was also a 19hole mini golf coarse there as well i would tighty up and tend to a few times a year. Also all of the candy,toys, and everything that was sold in the store. i was the inventory manager for the store and the snack shack. i was also the one to make the call on what to order and what not to order for new toys,gimmicks,or candy for the campground. i am also very good at verifiying and identifing customers needs and using past data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.

• Managed scheduling and staffing logistics, ensuring optimal coverage during peak operational periods.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
• Led team in executing operational strategies to enhance community engagement and resident satisfaction.
• Developed training programs for new staff to ensure consistent service delivery across properties.
• Implemented process improvements that streamlined daily operations and increased overall efficiency.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided mentorship to team members, fostering professional growth.

While employed with Marshell masonry this was my first on the books job in construction. i started when i was fifteen years old. and this is where i started to learn and hone my concrete and masonry skills. i started off laboring washing tools, hauling wheel barrels full of mud, working with the chute getting the hang of the come-along and getting an eye for whats level and what is not, what does and what doesn't. hauling boards for forms. getting the truck and the machines ready for the work day, driving and operating the power buggy on big pours when the power buggy is needed. also i would be in charge of mixing the mud and adding the proper amount of binder and water depending on the job. making sure it's not too thick or too thin it falls off or doesn't stick. i would also be in charge of measuring and cutting all the decorative stone and brick. and slowly worked my way up and got more experience on an edger and trowel and more precise tools into more finishing and fine expertise tuning.

• Assisted in formwork installation and removal for various construction projects.
• Operated concrete mixing equipment to ensure proper consistency and quality of materials.
• Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for team members.
• Mixed, poured, and finished concrete surfaces according to project specifications.