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Eric Gray

Waukee

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in steelmaking and a decade in welding and fabrication, I excel in fast-paced environments, prioritizing safety and efficiency. At Steel Dynamics Inc., I demonstrated rapid adaptability and teamwork, significantly enhancing production processes. My expertise spans from operating advanced machinery to leading quality control efforts, embodying a results-driven approach with a blend of technical proficiency and collaborative spirit.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanic

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
11.2016 - Current
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Cutting, Welding, Rigging....
  • Welding-mig,tig, stick and flux core

Production Manager

Salford Group
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee full operation of tillage equipment production from saw and plasma table thru paint and assembly

Production Supervisor

Cementech
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Managed team of 15 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Oversee production of prefab, laser, saw and brake press and all fabrication on volumetric mixer areas

Steelmaker

Steel Dynamics Inc.
09.1997 - 09.2016
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Started career at entry level employee and climber ti shift production supervisor.

Steelmaker

Birmingham Steel
01.1993 - 09.1997
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Entry level production worker melting steel

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Westmar University
Le Mars, IA

Skills

20 plus years of steel making from rebar, merchant grade steel, flat rolled steels, high speed rail and structural steel

Can work in fast paced with attitude and awareness on safety

10 year of welding and fabrication experience including mig welding, tig welding, stick welding and flux core welding

Experience operating several brake presses, shear, laser, plasma table, piarana and bridgeport

Timeline

Production Manager

Salford Group
01.2023 - 03.2024

Production Supervisor

Cementech
01.2022 - 01.2023

Mechanic

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
11.2016 - Current

Steelmaker

Steel Dynamics Inc.
09.1997 - 09.2016

Steelmaker

Birmingham Steel
01.1993 - 09.1997

No Degree - Business Management

Westmar University
Eric Gray