Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
Caring Hands Home Care
Clinton, IN
09.2023 - Current
Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by medical staff.
Reported any changes or concerns to supervising nurse or physician promptly.
Transported patients to appointments using wheelchairs when necessary.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Restaurant Owner
Clinton Pour House Bar and Grill
Clinton, IN
01.2020 - 09.2023
Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
Established standards for quality control, customer service, health and safety regulations.
Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
Trained and supervised kitchen staff in proper food preparation techniques.
Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
Monitored customer feedback to ensure satisfaction with menu items and services provided.
Created promotions and special events to attract customers and boost sales.
Implemented operational procedures to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs.
Responded promptly to customer complaints or issues related to the restaurant's services or products.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies governing restaurants in the area.
Collaborated with chefs on new recipes, flavors and presentations for dishes served in the restaurant.
Performed regular inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness, safety requirements are met as well as adherence to health codes, regulations set by state, local government agencies .
Coating Technician A
North American Lighting
Paris, IL
03.2016 - 02.2020
Cleaned and maintained spray guns, paint booths, air filters, and other equipment used in the coating process.
Mixed paints according to specific instructions for each job.
Applied coatings using hand tools or automated systems such as electrostatic spraying and robotic painting.
Inspected parts for defects prior to coating application.
Measured film thicknesses of applied coatings with a wet gauge or dry film micrometer.
Monitored environmental conditions in the paint booth to ensure optimal performance of coatings.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations when working with hazardous materials such as solvents and thinners.
Calibrated coating equipment on a regular basis to maintain accuracy of finish results.
Troubleshot problems related to material flow, air pressure, atomization. during the coating process.
Analyzed surface preparation processes for efficiency and effectiveness in achieving desired results.
Recorded production data such as type of coating applied and quantity produced on daily logs.
Developed new methods for improving existing processes involving coatings applications.
Participated in training sessions related to safety procedures for handling hazardous materials.
Provided technical support to other technicians regarding proper use of equipment and techniques for applying various types of coatings.
Documented quality control tests performed on finished products before shipping them offsite.
Operated forklifts safely to move large items from one area of the facility to another.
Assisted with maintenance activities such as changing oil filters, replacing belts.
Implemented corrective actions when necessary following a failure analysis report.
Operated equipment and made adjustments to settings to achieve proper quality and adherence to requirements.
Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
Monitored equipment to verify proper paint flow, viscosity and coating quality.
Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift.
Mixed paint following specifications and color.
Filled hoppers and reservoirs with coating and painting materials according to project specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Vermillion High School
Clinton, IN
05.1996
Skills
Condition Monitoring
Care Plan Implementation
Helping With Medication
Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
Component Fabrication
Hazardous Waste Management
Spray Gun Operation
Paint Sprayer Operation
Paint Mixing
Hand Tool Use
Safety Procedures
Equipment Preparation
Equipment Operation
Defect Correction
Dependable and Responsible
Conflict Resolution
Quality Control
Sealant Application
Certification
State certified 7018 stick welding, unlimited thickness certificate (Expired)
Areas of experience
Extensive experience in robotics programming, repair diagnosis, problem solving. Strong knowledge in pneumatic/hydraulic valving and related systems. Extensive background in preventative maintenance programs (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Yearly) Strong knowledge with air handler systems providing either positive or negative air flow to coating application booths. Experience with wet/waterfall type paint/coatings overspray evacuation systems. Knowledgeable in the mixing of paint thinners, hardeners, colors as specified through manufacturers formulations. Overall strong knowledge of maintenance procedures/diagnosis in factory and automated production settings.