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Cody Prpich

Cashmere,Washington

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Wildland Firefighter at Methow River Wildfire. Proficient in chainsaw operation and fire suppression techniques, I excel in team collaboration and training. Recognized for enhancing safety compliance and effectively managing fire containment strategies, ensuring operational excellence in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

Methow River Wildfire
Twisp, WA
07.2021 - 09.2024
  • Executed fire suppression techniques using hand tools and specialized equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to establish fire lines and control perimeter.
  • Conducted safety briefings and ensured compliance with operational protocols.
  • Trained junior firefighters in equipment operation and emergency response procedures.

Snow Maker/Snowcat Operator

Mission Ridge
Wenatchee, WA
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient production and workflow.
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and enhancing team compliance.
  • Trained new operators on equipment use and safety standards, fostering skill development.

Machine Operator

Bainbridge Manufacturing
Waterville, WA
01.2016 - 04.2022

Identified work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, ensuring equipment reliability and performance.

Executed measurement and weighing of items to ensure adherence to quality standards.

Exceeded targets for timely customer shipments through strategic planning and execution.

Utilized hand trucks and forklifts to streamline unloading and transportation of items.

Operated fastening equipment to securely fasten and stack materials and products.

Recorded daily production data and submitted precise time logs to ensure management remained informed.

Optimized machine calibration processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Managed setup and operation of production machinery in compliance with company standards and protocols.

Analyzed work orders to identify required materials and quantities for each production batch.

Executed forklift operations to efficiently position finished products on skids.

Oversaw production line operations to identify and resolve pileups and jams.

Executed placement of finished products on skids, ensuring secure wrapping and efficient transportation to warehouse using forklift.

Optimized organization of product components on worktables to enhance workflow efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waterville High School
Waterville, WA

Skills

  • Chainsaw operation
  • Fire suppression tools operations
  • Fire containment
  • Backfire and flanking

Timeline

Snow Maker/Snowcat Operator

Mission Ridge
10.2023 - 03.2024

Wildland Firefighter

Methow River Wildfire
07.2021 - 09.2024

Machine Operator

Bainbridge Manufacturing
01.2016 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Waterville High School
Cody Prpich