Derick Stec
Dixon,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in welding techniques and heavy equipment operation, I consistently improved operational workflows, contributing to a safer and more productive environment. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Apprentice
Midwest Millwright Services
05.2024 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and advancements.
- Implemented time management strategies learned from mentors for a more effective approach towards completing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Gained exposure to diverse client needs by shadowing experienced colleagues during consultations.
- Strengthened problem-solving abilities by collaborating with team members to address challenges during projects.
- Gained fundamental knowledge in the trade through hands-on training and guidance from skilled mentors.
- Upheld high safety standards while using power tools, machinery, or other potentially dangerous equipment.
- Contributed to increased safety awareness by adhering to guidelines, best practices, and workplace regulations.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals with various tasks and projects.
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
N/A
UNEMPLOYMENT
11.2023 - 12.2023
Laborer
Allied Power
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Short term assignment Nuke Plant Outage
Laborer's Apprentice
Siemans-Energy
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Short term assignment - Nuke Plant Outage
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
Assembler
Oxbocorp
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Assemble, Inspect and Service 5170, and 5180 Oxbo detasslers
- Run hydraulic lines and make sure they work properly and do not leak
- Put attachments on detasslers
- Troubleshooting machinery
- Reading wiring schematics
- Field Service on-call
Material Handler
Woods Equipment Company
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Inspected product load for accuracy and safely moved around warehouse to ensure timely and complete delivery.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded pallets, skids and other raw materials.
- Scanning and use of SAP for inventory management.
- Inspected PIT trucks prior to shift for safety.
- Packed and shipped orders internationally.
- Mechanically assemble mower decks.
Fabrication Welder
Kory Farm Equipment
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Welded components in flat, overhead, and vertical positions.
- Mig welding/fabrication.
- Daily use of calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
- Assembled farm equipment: anhydrous tanks on running gears, grain bins, and seed tenders.
- Field Service on-call.
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
06.2010 - 09.2015
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Demonstrated effective time management for delivering customer parts.
- Trained co-workers in SAP inventory management system.
Warehouse Supervisor
Braniff Industries
01.2008 - 06.2010
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completion of inbound and outbound paperwork.
- Maintained a spreadsheet of all products within the warehouse.
Production Welder
Allied Locke Industries
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Built new product assemblies according to specifications and company production standards.
- Operated drill press to bore holes through metal workpieces.
- Increased weld quality by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment regularly.
- Achieved smooth project transitions by providing clear documentation of completed work for follow-up teams or departments as needed.
- Effectively communicated with engineering teams to address design concerns or discrepancies before fabrication began.
Education
GED -
Dixon High School
Dixon, IL05.2004
Skills
Flexibility
Initiative-taking
Technical aptitude
Hand-tool proficiency
Safety awareness
Materials Handling
Heavy Equipment Operation
Worksite preparation
Inventory Control
Blueprint Interpretation
Hazardous Materials
Mechanical Aptitude
Worksite safety
Workplace Safety
Power and hand tools
Tool Maintenance
Equipment Operation
Welding Techniques
OSHA Regulations
Vehicle operations
Materials Transport
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
Pre-Apprentice
Midwest Millwright Services
05.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
12.2023 - 05.2024
N/A
UNEMPLOYMENT
11.2023 - 12.2023
Laborer
Allied Power
10.2023 - 11.2023
Laborer's Apprentice
Siemans-Energy
10.2023 - 10.2023
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
03.2023 - 09.2023
Assembler
Oxbocorp
06.2018 - 07.2020
Material Handler
Woods Equipment Company
02.2016 - 03.2018
Fabrication Welder
Kory Farm Equipment
01.2015 - 03.2016
Forklift Operator
LaGROU Distribution
06.2010 - 09.2015
Warehouse Supervisor
Braniff Industries
01.2008 - 06.2010
Production Welder
Allied Locke Industries
01.2007 - 10.2008
GED -
Dixon High School