Justin Giese
Wapello
Summary
Driven professional with extensive experience at CNH Industrial, excelling in equipment operation and preventive maintenance. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills, ensuring production efficiency and adherence to safety protocols. Proven ability to troubleshoot machinery and manage production deadlines effectively, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
CNH Industrial
Burlington
04.2012 - Current
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Verified accuracy of finished products against work orders or blueprints.
- Troubleshot technical issues that arose during assembly process.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery as needed.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Head Farm Hand
Butler Pork
Wapello
03.2003 - Current
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
- Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
- Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
- Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding labor practices and safety regulations on farms; consulted with legal counsel when necessary.
- Trained new employees in proper operating procedures for all types of agricultural equipment.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides under supervision, following safety and environmental guidelines.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of farm workers, such as laborers and animal breeders.
- Assisted in the management and disposal of farm waste, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Organized and maintained records of livestock health, feed use, and other data related to the farm's operations.
- Conducted daily inspections of farm equipment, identifying need for repairs or adjustments.
- Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
- Kept detailed records of crop production, livestock health, and equipment maintenance.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment, following safety protocols.
- Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
- Maintained farm machinery by performing preventive maintenance tasks such as changing oil filters or lubricating moving parts.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
- Organized new stock arrivals by size, color and age to facilitate health examinations and breeding program.
- Responded quickly to emergencies such as fires or floods that threatened the integrity of the farm's buildings or crops.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Mechanic
Butler Pork
Wapello
03.2003 - Current
- Leveraged diagnostic tools and equipment to identify vehicle issues.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicles during road call situations.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Welding Fabricator
Blue Bird
Mt Pleasant
10.1997 - 03.2003
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Developed test plans for verifying accuracy of fabricated components before shipment.
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Utilized measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers for accurate verification of dimensions.
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed in a timely manner.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for fabrication processes.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burlington High School
Burlington, IA05-1993
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machine setup
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Fabrication
- Machinery operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Production deadline management
- Machinery monitoring
Timeline
Production Worker
CNH Industrial
04.2012 - Current
Head Farm Hand
Butler Pork
03.2003 - Current
Mechanic
Butler Pork
03.2003 - Current
Welding Fabricator
Blue Bird
10.1997 - 03.2003
High School Diploma -
Burlington High School
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