Joshua Meece
Hastings
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Accustomed to working with clients to schedule projects and build quality professional relationships. Dependable, knowledgeable familiar with following instructions and working with minimal supervision. Reliable machinist well-versed in rough & finish work as well as polishing and inspecting materials. Dedicated professional with methodical approach. Ready to apply 3 years of experience to long-term position.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn and Garden Sales Associate
Walmart
04.2024 - Current
- Continuously updated personal knowledge on new lawn care products and techniques, ensuring the most accurate and up-to-date information was provided to customers.
- Worked outdoors in weather conditions to care for plants and serve customers.
- Sought out customers to help and offered immediate assistance with locating items and making selections.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Maintained walkways and paths throughout gardens for safe navigation.
- Assisted in the loading of heavy merchandise for customers, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
Paraprofessional
Hastings Area Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student's growth and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Relieved the classroom for the teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in the classroom.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Michigan Army National Guard
09.2005 - 09.2011
- Provided valuable input during unit planning sessions to ensure adequate resources were allocated for wheeled vehicle maintenance and repair operations
- Assisted in the recovery of disabled vehicles in both field exercises and actual operations to ensure minimum disruption to mission objectives
- Enhanced fleet readiness by performing preventative maintenance checks and services on various types of military vehicles
- Contributed to mission success by efficiently managing work orders for scheduled maintenance tasks on a diverse array of military vehicles.
Precision Grinder
BICO Steel
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Adhered to company standards for quality control, monitoring finished products for accuracy and consistency.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by coordinating efforts with other departments as needed.
- Maintained a safe work environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures
- Monitored machine operations to determine adjustments and stop machines when problems occurred.
- Studied blueprints or metal workpiece layouts to determine grinding procedures and plan machine setups and operational sequences.
- Conducted regular maintenance on grinding machines, extending equipment lifespan and reducing downtime
- Repaired machines according to preventive maintenance schedules or to resolve emergency events and return service.
- Read daily work orders to appropriately set up machines for daily needs and specific tasks.
Machinist/Surface Grinder
Master Unit Die
04.2008 - 01.2011
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various metals to produce high-quality machined components.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening, or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate, and machine maintenance data.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Collaborated with the quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Operated Gallmeyer, Mattison grinders, rough & finish grinding on various size blancher's, cutting raw steel with a band saw, using a mill to take large stock off of steel, square cut steel pieces on a landis grinder.
- Delivered high-quality results consistently while working under pressure or time-sensitive deadlines.
Lawn Care Foreman
Evergreen Lawn Care & Snowplowing
04.2007 - 11.2007
- Enhanced lawn health by implementing proper mowing, fertilizing, and watering techniques.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality assurance through regular site visits to ensure work completed met or exceeded client expectations.
- Increased client satisfaction with aesthetically pleasing designs for residential and commercial properties.
- Reduced customer complaints by swiftly addressing and resolving any landscaping issues or concerns.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining an organized inventory system for tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily operations.
- Improved crew productivity with thorough training on the use of lawn care equipment and best practices.
- Streamlined team efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication of goals and expectations.
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide accurate quotes for prospective clients based on their specific landscaping needs and preferences.
- Boosted team morale with regular recognition of accomplishments, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees, and shrubs for projects.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels, and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
Lawn Care/Landscape Maintenance Foreman
Paul Hoskins & Sons Landscaping
04.2000 - 04.2005
- Mowed, trimmed, and maintained exterior building spaces on a regular schedule.
- Coordinated seasonal planting schedules to keep landscapes looking fresh and vibrant throughout the year.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies to maintain proper stock levels for successful project completion.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Instructed team members in groundskeeping practices, lawn cultivation, pruning, and grounds design
- Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees, and shrubs for projects.
- Educated clients on proper lawn and plant care, giving details on appropriate watering and fertilization.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels, and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
Education
GED -
Renaissance High School Adult Education
Plainwell, MI06.2022
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Tooling Adjustments
- Learning Disabilities
- Support Precision Grinding
- Grinding Wheel Selection
- Metalworking Techniques
- Safety Procedures
- Surface Finishing
- Machine setup
- Crew Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Lawn and Garden Sales Associate
Walmart
04.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Hastings Area Schools
01.2022 - Current
Precision Grinder
BICO Steel
01.2011 - 08.2011
Machinist/Surface Grinder
Master Unit Die
04.2008 - 01.2011
Lawn Care Foreman
Evergreen Lawn Care & Snowplowing
04.2007 - 11.2007
91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Michigan Army National Guard
09.2005 - 09.2011
Lawn Care/Landscape Maintenance Foreman
Paul Hoskins & Sons Landscaping
04.2000 - 04.2005
GED -
Renaissance High School Adult Education