Gague Gronbach
Marion,OH
Summary
Experienced Supervisor leading team members on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor Material/Production
TTX Company
09.2021 - Current
- Managed Repair Shop Operations, and The Material Department.
- Ensured timely completion of our daily goals/production metrics
- Maintained adequate inventory, and resolved any issues relating to inventory and workflow.
- Managed all shipping and receiving, and distribution of materials
- Well versed systems such as Oracle, TMS, and intermediate knowledge SAP.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Maintenance Specialist
TTX Railcar Company
04.2019 - 09.2022
- FRA/AAR Inspections on foreign and owned railcars.
- Performed Welding, Cutting, Air Arc/Carbon Arc.
- Inspection and troubleshooting on all major air brake components. Performed Single Car Air Brake Test when required.
- Class 1 Air Brake Test Certified
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures and basic repairs on equipment.
- Inspected and securely fastened air hoses, journal boxes and handbrakes.
- Conducted in-depth inspections of vehicles to identify damage, missing parts and mechanical issues.
- Took photos of all damaged areas to include with repair reports.
- Identified improperly repaired items and addressed with supervisor to resolve.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Carman 1
Union Tank Car Company (UTLX)
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Performed AAR Repairs on Tank Cars including but not limited to Wrecks, Maintenance, and Air Brake Related failures.
- Inspected components such as bearings, gaskets and coupler assemblies to determine necessary repairs.
- Maintained tight schedules by coordinating and completing efficient repairs.
- Replaced and repaired defective piping, valves, air brake pistons and components to maintain optimal performance of railcars.
- Performed speedy and accurate inbound, in-process and outbound inspections of several railcars per shift.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Welder/Fitter
Vaughn Industries, LLC
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Enrolled in Vaughn Industries Apprenticeship program as a Pipe Fitter.
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines.
- Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
- Tested piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
- Mounted brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes in place.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Welder, Silver Line Building Products
SMAW
06.2016 - 09.2016
- This role was on the production side of building carts for Silver Line Windows to provide an easier method of moving windows after production.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Education
Welding Certificate - Welding And Fabrication
Tri-Rivers Career Center
Marion, OH05.2017
High School Diploma - Normal Curriculum
North Union High School
Richwood, OH05.2017
Skills
- Construction (1 year)
- Arc welding (5 years)
- AWS (5 years)
- Band saw (3 years)
- Boiler (3 years)
- MIG (5 years)
- TIG (5 years)
- Fabrication
- Welder Fabricator
- Welding
- Manufacturing Experience (2 years)
- Production experience (1 year)
- ASME Codes & Standards
- Air Brake
- Blueprint Reading
- Mechanic Experience
- Plasma Cutting
- Freight Experience
- Equipment Repair
- MIG welding
- Mechanical knowledge
- Maintenance
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Inventory Control
- Processes and Procedures
- Priority Management
- Goal-Oriented
- Oracle, TMS, Railinc, UBM/UBS Experience
- Organizational Skills
- Team Building
- Effective Communication
- Leadership Abilities
- Decision Making
- Time Management
Certification
Welding Certification
Additional Information
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Fabrication and Cutting
Demonstrate OFC - Oxy-fuel cutting; Operate Plasma cutter
Welding
Perform shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) in all positions
General Shop and Equipment Safety
Safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment including shear, brake press, ironworker, and band saw; Use and maintain personal protective equipment; Safely handle compressed gases; Operate hand tools including: grinders and drills
Technology and Business Operations
Manage and communicate information using the Internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Word and PowerPoint; Demonstrate leadership, communication, and organizational skills; Exhibit professional attitudes, behaviors, and work habit
American Welding Society AWS Structural Steel - Code D1.1 (15) 3G SMAW E7018 HR4
American Welding Society AWS Structural Steel - Code D1.1 (15) 3G FCAW E71T-IC-H8
ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel 6G E6010/E7018 SA106B
Certified to inspection train cars for defects to AAR and FRA standards
Timeline
Supervisor Material/Production
TTX Company
09.2021 - Current
Maintenance Specialist
TTX Railcar Company
04.2019 - 09.2022
Carman 1
Union Tank Car Company (UTLX)
09.2017 - 04.2019
Welder/Fitter
Vaughn Industries, LLC
06.2017 - 09.2017
Welder, Silver Line Building Products
SMAW
06.2016 - 09.2016
Welding Certificate - Welding And Fabrication
Tri-Rivers Career Center
High School Diploma - Normal Curriculum
North Union High School
Welding Certification
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