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Work History
Education
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John Heitzman

John Heitzman

Grace,ID

Summary

A dedicated, dependable individual with over 29 years in the manufactured equipment industry. Experience supporting the steel, aluminum, non-ferrous and foundry, cement, copper, phosphorus, bauxite, petrochemical, specialized demolition, and related industries.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Technician

Bayer Crop Science
12.2015 - Current
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting routine inspections.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track to meet deadlines.
  • Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with all team members, fostering an inclusive work environment where employees felt comfortable discussing concerns or sharing ideas for improvement.
  • Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations regarding equipment usage, safeguarding both employees and company assets from potential hazards.
  • Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management regarding safety concerns, facilitating open communication channels that fostered trust and collaboration.
  • Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies, promoting a culture of workplace safety.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify areas needing improvement, leading to a safer work environment.
  • Hiring committee

Specialized Heavy Equipment Operator

KT Grant Inc
09.1994 - 12.2015

Provided high quality customer service and built effective relationships with companies by providing on-site consultation for the use of KT Grant equipment.

Operator, and Mechanic

⧫ Regularly communicated and partnered with customers and team members, coordinating product evaluations and garnering feedback to ensure satisfaction with the services provided.

⧫ Coordinated workflow, streamlined operations, and fixed equipment breakdowns and failures, ensured compliance with the Department of Labor, OSHA, and customers policies and procedures.

⧫ Proven ability to quickly establish rapport and gain respect on professional levels.

⧫ Consistently met project goals and objectives.

⧫ Operated KT Grant’s specialized equipment.

⧫ Trained new employees and customers in safe operations of equipment.

Education

GED -

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL
2015

Skills

  • Safety operation procedures
  • Performance Improvement
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Crew oversight
  • Task Prioritization
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Jobsite Safety
  • OSHA Requirements
  • Behavior-Based Safety
  • Hazard Identification
  • Workplace inspections
  • Crew Leadership
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Strong motivational skills
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Influencing skills
  • Diversity awareness
  • Relationship Building

Additional Information

Attended OSHA VPP Conference

Timeline

Manufacturing Technician

Bayer Crop Science
12.2015 - Current

Specialized Heavy Equipment Operator

KT Grant Inc
09.1994 - 12.2015

GED -

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
John Heitzman