David Rickey
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Skilled Lead Assembly Technician with a background in overseeing and participating in assembly processes. Experience includes directing teams, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Strengths lie in leadership, problem solving, and technical abilities, which have contributed to smoother operations and improved team efficiency in previous roles. Skilled in assembling and fabricating a diverse range of products with precision and efficiency. Experienced in interpreting technical documents, schematics, and blueprints to deliver quality workmanship. Possess strong problem-solving skills, manual dexterity, and ability to work collaboratively in team settings. Made significant contributions to improving production processes by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting practical solutions. 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. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Assembly Technician
SMS Group
Muscatine, IA
12.2017 - Current
- Performed detailed assembly of components, sub-assemblies, and finished products according to blueprints and other specifications.
- Established timelines for completion of complex assemblies based on customer requirements.
- Conducted daily maintenance on equipment used in the assembly process.
- Created reports detailing progress and quality control measures taken during assembly operations.
- Updated management on progress of projects and any issues encountered.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for parts and assemblies.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product defects or malfunctions.
- Provided training to new assembly technicians on proper assembly techniques.
- Monitored performance of team members to ensure adherence to established standards.
- Assisted in developing plans for future expansion of the production line.
- Identified potential risks associated with new projects or processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols throughout the production process.
- Analyzed existing processes and proposed improvements as needed.
- Reviewed all documentation related to assembly operations prior to submission or release of products and components.
- Recommended modifications that could increase operational efficiency.
- Organized workflow within the assembly department to maximize efficiency and productivity levels.
- Coordinated with design engineers to implement changes in product designs as needed.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems in production equipment.
- Developed standard operating procedures for assembly processes.
- Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
- Completed preventative maintenance tasks for machinery and scheduled large-scale repairs.
- Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
- Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
- Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
- Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections or modifications.
- Utilized furnaces and other heating equipment to weld, shape and fuse materials.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
- Tracked material inventories and ordered new parts to prevent shortages.
- Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
- Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
- Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
Operations Supervisor
DRA Tagert
Muscatine, IA
10.2012 - 11.2017
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had.
- Performed periodic audits of operational processes in order to identify potential risks or areas of improvement.
- Identified areas of improvement and developed strategies to increase efficiency.
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team.
- Provided support to other departments as needed to meet organizational goals.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure efficient workflow.
- Created processes for tracking inventory and supply levels in order to prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through excellent customer service practices.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
- Analyzed data related to production, distribution, quality control, inventory levels.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding product availability, pricing, delivery schedules.
- Trained new employees on proper job functions and company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Supervised warehouse activities such as loading and unloading shipments, picking orders, packing items for shipment.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Directed employees on how to use equipment properly and safely.
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires.
- Coordinated maintenance and repair schedules for equipment, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Oversaw quality control processes, achieving a XX% improvement in product and service quality.
- Oversaw compliance with safety and quality standards, significantly reducing incident rates.
- Implemented customer service standards that increased client satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing labor costs while ensuring operational demands were met.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for operational needs.
- Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and performance.
- Trained new employees on operational protocols, significantly reducing onboarding time.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and development opportunities to staff.
- Led team of XX in daily operations, ensuring efficiency and productivity were maintained at optimal levels.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Interpreted and explained work procedures and policies to brief staff.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
- Researched and prepared reports required by management or governmental agencies.
- Developed work schedules according to budgets and workloads, covering priority tasks.
- Recommended solutions related to staffing issues and proposed procedural changes to managers.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Reviewed reports on employee attendance, productivity and effectiveness to evaluate performance.
- Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
Education
Lousia Muscatine
1201-1989
Skills
- Mechanical Assembly
- Waste Reduction
- Production Scheduling
- Workplace Safety
- Workflow Coordination
- Electrical Assembly
- Deadline Management
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Team Management
- Materials Management
- Workspace Organization
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Product Assembly
- Welding
- Shipment Receiving and Processing
- Following Procedures and Protocols
- Drilling and tapping skills
- Goal Setting
- Multitasking
- Blueprint Reading
- Measurement and Calibration
- Time management abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Self Motivation
- Team building
- Forklift Operations
- Safety Regulations Adherence
- Problem-solving abilities
- Maintenance and Light Repair
- Late Shift Availability
- Decision-Making
- Safe Equipment Operations
- Pneumatic Tools
- Welding tool operation
- Equipment Operation
- Crane and hoist equipment operation
Timeline
Lead Assembly Technician
SMS Group
12.2017 - Current
Operations Supervisor
DRA Tagert
10.2012 - 11.2017
Lousia Muscatine
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