Frederick Kessler
Bloomsburg,PA
Summary
Experienced in manufacturing and supervising with excellent people and management skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively and execute production demands.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Molder
Ashland Foundry and Machine Works
Ashland, PA
04.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior molders on best practices, contributing to overall skill development within the team.
- Observed operations of automatic molding machinery to detect and correct jams or malfunctions.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by prioritizing tasks and efficiently managing workload.
MELT SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
Benton, PA
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Oversaw both melt and pouring processes
- Responsible for two 10 ton, and two 4 ton Inductotherm furnaces, that support 3 DISA and 3 Hunter molding machines
- Provided onsite training
- Planned and executed furnace relines, cold starts, and sinters throughout lining campaign
- Oversaw multiple departments when needed, in high stress environment
- Back up for plant manager as needed
- Set clear priorities and production quality standards
- Planned and delegated work efficiently to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
- Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue
- Reviewed quality and amounts of incoming materials
- Revamped positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Assisted in all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
- Started up and shut down processing equipment
- Established maintenance plans and oversaw repair work to maintain productivity.
MOLDING/PATTERN SHOP SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
Benton, PA
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Oversaw production in the molding department
- Responsible for six Disa and Hunter automatic molding machines
- Responsible for repair of gating and risers on patterns, during both production and non-production
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue
- Directed all production phases from initial start to final quality check
- Planned and delegated work efficiently to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
- Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Assisted in all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
- Set clear priorities and production quality standards
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands
- Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity
- Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
- Started up and shut down processing equipment
- Monitored the production processes and adjusted schedules
- Managed quality control and maintained high customer satisfaction.
GRINDING SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
Benton, PA
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Oversaw 6 automatic Foxall grinding machines and scheduled accordingly to meet customer requirements.
- Responsible for the cleaning of castings using 2 blast tumbler and one spin shot blast machines.
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training.
- Experienced with social media and communications platforms.
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
MELT SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry Inc
Benton, PA
07.2016 - 02.2019
- Oversee both melt and pouring processes
- Responsible for two 10 ton, and two 4 ton Inductotherm furnaces, that support 3 DISA and 3 Hunter molding machines
- Provided onsite training
- Planned and executed furnace relines, cold starts, and sinters throughout lining campaign
- Oversaw multiple departments when needed, in high stress environment
- Back up for plant manager as needed
- Set clear priorities and production quality standards
- Planned and delegated work efficiently to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
- Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue
- Reviewed quality and amounts of incoming materials
- Revamped positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Assisted in all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
- Started up and shut down processing equipment
- Established maintenance plans and oversaw repair work to maintain productivity.
MOLDING/PATTERN SHOP SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry Inc
Benton, PA
09.2007 - 06.2016
- Oversaw production in the molding department
- Responsible for six Disa and Hunter automatic molding machines
- Responsible for repair of gating and risers on patterns, during both production and non-production
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue
- Directed all production phases from initial start to final quality check
- Planned and delegated work efficiently to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
- Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Assisted in all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
- Set clear priorities and production quality standards
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands
- Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity
- Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
- Started up and shut down processing equipment
- Monitored the production processes and adjusted schedules
- Managed quality control and maintained high customer satisfaction.
UNION CARPENTER
Union Carpenter, Balfour Beatty Construction
Hamburg, PA
04.2003 - 06.2007
- Heavy highway bridge construction on Interstate 78/Hamburg.
- Used hand tools to mount, install, and secure tools.
- Assisted large crews in erecting, repairing, and building of bridges.
- Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
- Mixed and laid concrete.
- Performed weekly maintenance assessments.
- Sustained safety protocol by ensuring proper, cost-effective, and safe handling of equipment and materials.
FOUNDRY WORKER/VARIOUS
Goulds Pumps/ITT Industries
Ashland, PA
06.1993 - 01.2003
- Formed and assembled slab cores around patterns and positioned wire in mold sections to reinforce molds using hand tools and glue.
- Sifted and packed sand into mold sections, core boxes and pattern contours, used hand and pneumatic ramming tools.
- Moved and positioned workpieces such as mold sections, patterns and bottom boards using cranes and signaled others to move workpieces.
- Cleaned and smoothed molds, cores and core boxes, and repaired surface imperfections.
- Sprinkled or sprayed parting agents onto patterns and molded sections to facilitate removal of patterns from molds.
- Lifted upper mold sections from lower sections and removed molded patterns.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
WAITER/COOK
Boulevard Drive-In
Ashland, PA
05.1988 - 05.1993
- Greeted patrons at assigned tables and promptly addressed questions and requests.
- Worked with management to resolve escalated complaints and restore guest satisfaction.
- Bussed vacated tables to streamline cleaning and resetting duties.
- Explained menu descriptions, preparation methods and portion sizes to assist in decision-making.
- Prepared and presented final bill and collected cash or credit card payments.
- Suggested items based on expressed guest preferences.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Penn State University
Hazleton, PAHigh School Diploma - undefined
North Schuylkill High School
Skills
- Results-Oriented
- Training And Development
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management Skills
- Computer Proficient
Professional References
Butch Herb: Former Supervisor (570)985-4822
Rich Miscavage: Supervisor (570)690-6248
Timeline
Floor Molder
Ashland Foundry and Machine Works
04.2023 - Current
MELT SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
01.2023 - 04.2023
MOLDING/PATTERN SHOP SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
04.2022 - 12.2022
GRINDING SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry
03.2019 - 03.2022
MELT SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry Inc
07.2016 - 02.2019
MOLDING/PATTERN SHOP SUPERVISOR
Benton Foundry Inc
09.2007 - 06.2016
UNION CARPENTER
Union Carpenter, Balfour Beatty Construction
04.2003 - 06.2007
FOUNDRY WORKER/VARIOUS
Goulds Pumps/ITT Industries
06.1993 - 01.2003
WAITER/COOK
Boulevard Drive-In
05.1988 - 05.1993
High School Diploma - undefined
North Schuylkill High School
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Penn State University