Declan Lewis
Three Rivers,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Molding Technician and Construction Worker with experience in safety compliance and tool management. Proven ability to maintain high-quality standards and collaborate effectively within teams to resolve mechanical issues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Molding Technician
Summit Polymers Inc.
Sturgis, Michigan
10.2025 - Current
- Adjusted machine settings to align with product specifications and quality standards.
- Operated injection molding machines for production of high-quality plastic components.
- Inspected finished products for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
- Documented production data accurately for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Maintained cleanliness of the work area by following 5S standards and procedures.
- Inventoried and recorded quantities of materials and finished products, requisitioning additional supplies.
Construction Worker
Vine Country Builders
Himrod, New York
09.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in site preparation and construction tasks.
- Installed frameworks and structures using various hand and power tools effectively.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Civil Engineering Intern
St Joseph County Road Commission
Centreville, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Researched and analyzed soil samples to determine suitability for construction projects.
- Monitored progress of civil engineering works on-site ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted field visits to collect data related to civil engineering projects.
- Maintained records related to project costs, materials used and labor hours required for completion of tasks.
- Completed projects with senior engineers and offered personal insight.
- Directed or participated in surveying to lay out installations or establish reference points, grades or elevations to guide construction.
- Surveyed sites, collected measurements, and assessed project conditions.
Construction General Laborer
James Ware Construction
Sturgis, MI
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Loaded and unloaded building materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
- Moved heavy objects such as lumber, concrete blocks, bricks, steel beams and other materials using hoists or hand tools.
- Performed basic carpentry tasks such as measuring, cutting, assembling frames and laying out foundations.
- Assisted tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers and painters with their respective duties onsite.
- Installed insulation into walls, floors and ceilings according to specifications.
- Built forms for pouring concrete slabs or footings according to plans provided.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
Crew Chief
Culver's Restaurant
Three Rivers, MI
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed daily operations of team members to ensure efficient and successful completion of tasks.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
- Coached team members and delivered constructive feedback to promote better productivity and build confidence.
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon skill level and to achieve organizational goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
Vicksburg, MI06.2024
Skills
- Site Cleaning
- Tool Management
- Power Tool Operation
- Team-Oriented and Dependable
- Punctual and Dependable
- Installation and Finishing
- Problem-Solving
- Team Player
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Attention to Detail
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
Timeline
Molding Technician
Summit Polymers Inc.
10.2025 - Current
Construction Worker
Vine Country Builders
09.2024 - Current
Civil Engineering Intern
St Joseph County Road Commission
04.2024 - Current
Construction General Laborer
James Ware Construction
06.2023 - 03.2024
Crew Chief
Culver's Restaurant
06.2021 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School