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Chris Kiefner

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance at Steel Dynamics, showcasing expertise in equipment operation and project management. Demonstrated ability to resolve issues and adapt to changing environments, ensuring top-notch production quality. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Batch Anneal Operator

Steel Dynamics
08.2020 - Current
  • Work with a focus on safety, quality, and production
  • Access the Quality Management Systems and use its tools to operate within the quality guidelines
  • Manage production schedules
  • Respond to process abnormalities and emergency situations
  • Handle situations, as the arise, with no direct supervision
  • Maintain and control product inventory
  • Maintain fluid levels on all equipment
  • Monitor and change computer generated process setups to insure consistent operation
  • communicate with Supervision, maintenance, and engineering on issues with the line


Exit Utility Operator

Steel Dynamics
02.2006 - 08.2020
  • Responded to calls during utility emergencies to protect integrity of machinery and conserve resources.
  • Operated and monitored both high and low-pressure boilers and systems, pipes and gauges.
  • Used and monitored computer energy management system with broad knowledge of typical system metrics and associated alarms, alerts and warnings.
  • Moved loads across plant and warehouse using equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes
  • Fabricated parts within tight tolerances, carefully following customer specifications and work orders
  • Set up, calibrated, and troubleshooted machinery, including handling startup and shutdown, cleaning, and maintenance procedures

Welder

Acuity Brands Lighting
07.2004 - 02.2006
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Examined each piece carefully, including measuring final results to check tolerances.

Monco Laminator Operator

Masterbrand Cabinets
07.1999 - 07.2004
  • Used cellophane, wax paper and masking tape to mask off mold areas not laminated.
  • Checked completed products for conformance to specifications and defects by measuring with rulers or micrometers and tapping to detect bubbles or dead spots.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Cured materials by setting materials at room temperature, placing under heat lamps and baking in ovens.
  • Pressed layers of saturated mat or cloth into place on molds, using brushes, or hands.

Labor Worker

Great Dane
06.1997 - 07.1999
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Terre Haute North Vigo High School
Terre Haute, IN
05.1996

Skills

  • Safety Compliance
  • Tool operation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Project Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Production work
  • Issue Resolution
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Manufacturing Procedures
  • Efficient multitasking

Certification

  • Fall Protection Competent Person Training - December 2022
  • Shift Supervisor Training - December 2022
  • Safety Masterful Mentoring Training - November 2023
  • Stop the Bleed Training - May 2024
  • First Aid/CPR Training - May 2024

Timeline

Batch Anneal Operator

Steel Dynamics
08.2020 - Current

Exit Utility Operator

Steel Dynamics
02.2006 - 08.2020

Welder

Acuity Brands Lighting
07.2004 - 02.2006

Monco Laminator Operator

Masterbrand Cabinets
07.1999 - 07.2004

Labor Worker

Great Dane
06.1997 - 07.1999

High School Diploma -

Terre Haute North Vigo High School

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