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Dustin Mears

Readyville,TN

Summary

Accomplished Trim Department Manager at Watson Metals, adept in hydraulic brake programming, operation and customer relations, with a proven track record of enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Skilled in welding and manufacturing, I excel in workflow coordination and employee scheduling, ensuring project completion within tight deadlines. I have worked in a manufacturing environment my entire life and understand the safety protocols that will be in place and why they are important to follow and enforce.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Trim Department Manager

Watson Metals
04.2017 - 04.2021


  • Build the programs and fully function a hydraulic brake to make sheet metal of any kind. 4 years experience with three different brands.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.*
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.3
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Welder

Maxi Muffler
03.2015 - 04.2017
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cannon County High School
Woodbury, TN
03.2012

Skills

  • worked with metal my whole career
  • welder
  • roll former operator
  • manufacturing
  • Hydraulic brake operator and programmer
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Reporting
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Employee Scheduling

Timeline

Trim Department Manager

Watson Metals
04.2017 - 04.2021

Welder

Maxi Muffler
03.2015 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

Cannon County High School

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