Cory Dodson
Duncansville,Pennsylvania
Summary
Following high school where I focused on a building trades track.I Attended the Altoona Career and Technology Center where I studied Industrial Electricity. After graduation I was immediately hired as a residential and commercial electrician for McKee Electric. In 2000 I was hired at Appvion where I quickly moved from a helper to lead operator role. In the past year I have moved up within the company as Scheduling Coordinator which is the position I currently hold.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling Coordinator
Appvion Inc.
Roaring Spring, PA
02.2021 - Current
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
- Reviewed production specifications.
- Gauged production progress to inform leaders of performance concerns.
Winder Operator
Appvion Inc.
Roaring Spring, PA
10.2000 - 01.2021
- Coordinated simultaneous operations over four machines and adjusted settings to optimize production.
- Reviewed specification data, production guides and product samples to determine correct machinery setup.
- Certified in using Manufacturing Execution Systems Program Trained in using fork lifts, scissor lift, clamp truck and rewinder Due to in depth knowledge and top performance on the job, I was often chosen for "special assignment", which is a role in which I was consulted to help improve both production and efficiency.
Electrician
McKee Electric & Supply
East Freedom, PA
05.1998 - 10.2000
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings.
- Installed, maintained, repaired and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
Education
Certificate - Industrial Electricity
Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center
Altoona, PA 08.1997 - 05.1998
Certificate - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA 06.2020 - 11.2020
Skills
Forklift Operation
Production Scheduling
Safety standards and protocols
Optimizing efficiency
Team Player
Stock management
Basic repairs knowledge
Hand tool use
Power tool use
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
Additional Information
I've been doing general handy work and home improvement jobs on the side since I was a teenager. I often do work for friends and family and as able through word of mouth. I am able to perform most home improvement and repair tasks. I enjoy hunting, golfing, and camping with my wife and 2 teenage daughters. I am a youth leader and children's program worker at my local church. I also serve on the church council as a trustee.
Timeline
Scheduling Coordinator
Appvion Inc.
02.2021 - Current
Certificate - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Ashworth College
06.2020 - 11.2020
Winder Operator
Appvion Inc.
10.2000 - 01.2021
Electrician
McKee Electric & Supply
05.1998 - 10.2000
Certificate - Industrial Electricity
Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center
08.1997 - 05.1998