Jeremy Ratliff
Stephenville,TX
Summary
Adept at leading teams and optimizing processes, my tenure at USAF honed my expertise in heavy lift management and problem-solving, achieving significant efficiency improvements. Skilled in equipment inspection and fostering collaborative environments, I excel in roles requiring technical proficiency and strong leadership.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Brewer
Lucky Vines Vineyard and Winery Winery Ecommerce
08.2023 - Current
- Brewed [Type] beers in facility producing in excess of [Number] barrels per year.
- Supported marketing, customers service, and delivery processes with subject matter expertise.
- Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Checked specific gravity and pH of batches.
- Used evaporator systems to achieve desired moisture concentrations in different products and production byproducts.
- Read temperature, flow, and other meters and documented information.
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
- Took samples every to compare quality with specifications.
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements.
- Washed production lines and storage containers to maintain clean and efficient work areas.
- Dumped, poured and loaded specified amounts of refined or unrefined materials into equipment or containers for further processing or storage.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
09.2002 - 05.2023
- Conducted all planning of aerospace propulsion maintenance functions and activities.
- Inspected and repaired jet engines, small gas turbine engines and propellers.
- Reviewed drawings and engine blueprints to determine exact locations where issues occurred.
- Diagnosed aircraft engines and determined appropriate repairs needed to correct such issues.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Operated overhead, gantry and remote control cranes in according to safety processes and established procedures.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Work Hand
Callon Ratliff Construction
01.1993 - 09.2002
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL09-2015
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Packaging
- [Software program] proficiency
- Sanitation procedures
- Storage processes
- Work prioritization
- Risk management
- Lift equipment operation
- Heavy lift management
- Equipment inspection
- Waste management
- Food safety regulations
- Continuous improvement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Head Brewer
Lucky Vines Vineyard and Winery Winery Ecommerce
08.2023 - Current
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
09.2002 - 05.2023
Work Hand
Callon Ratliff Construction
01.1993 - 09.2002
BBA - Business Administration
Tarleton State University
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Phoenix
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