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James Hankins

Blue Springs,MO

Summary

Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Op Tech

Olin Winchester - Lake City Ammunition Plant
11.2021 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
  • Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.

Research and Development Technical Lead

CTOS - Custom Truck & Equipment One Source
02.2016 - 03.2021
  • Coordinated with research and development team to support production and boost efficiency.
  • Reduced operational roadblocks and solved product and process issues to optimize efficiency.
  • Set timelines and coordinated deliverables for R&D projects.
  • Performed validation and testing of engineering models to support adequacy and reformulated models.
  • Analyzed and calibrated equipment, established conditions and prepared reports.
  • Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.

Fabrication Welder

Progress Rail Services
05.2013 - 02.2016
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.

Mechanical Technician

Dahmer Powertrain
04.2007 - 05.2013
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blue Springs High School
Blue Springs, MO
05.2001

Skills

  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding
  • Critical Thinking
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Research and Development Testing
  • Employee Supervision

Timeline

Op Tech

Olin Winchester - Lake City Ammunition Plant
11.2021 - Current

Research and Development Technical Lead

CTOS - Custom Truck & Equipment One Source
02.2016 - 03.2021

Fabrication Welder

Progress Rail Services
05.2013 - 02.2016

Mechanical Technician

Dahmer Powertrain
04.2007 - 05.2013

High School Diploma -

Blue Springs High School
James Hankins