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Dennis Masek

Kingsford Heights,IN

Summary

Accomplished Turn Supervisor and Heavy Equipment Operator at TMS International, adept in strategic planning and operations management. Demonstrated excellence in enhancing team efficiency, optimizing customer experience, and implementing safety protocols. Skilled in complex problem-solving and staff motivation, contributing to significant process improvements and operational excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Turn Supervisor

TMS International
2019.08 - Current
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • I oversee the workforce and make sure the job tasks are done.

Heavy Equipment Operator

TMS International
2006.07 - 2019.05
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Prairie High School
New Carlisle, IN
06.1995

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Operations Management
  • Process Monitoring and Improvement
  • [Software] some experience
  • Employee Motivation
  • Industrial hygiene
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Staff Discipline
  • Priority management
  • Processes and procedures

Fire Services

I've been a member of the fire services since 1998. I am currently the fire chief at Kingsford Union Volunteer Fire Department. I have held many positions in the fire services such as Assistant Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Safety Officer, and firefighter/first responder. 

Hobbies

I'm a 2nd amendment  supporter, I enjoy building and running demolition derby cars, I'm a big family guy my family is my main priority and my biggest support system! 

Timeline

Turn Supervisor

TMS International
2019.08 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

TMS International
2006.07 - 2019.05

High School Diploma -

New Prairie High School
Dennis Masek