RYAN VANDERGRIFT
Aston,Pa
Summary
I've worked in a manufacturing or line work setting for 8 years. Fast learner eager to learn. I adapt well to changes and my surroundings. Excellent problem solving skills and efficient at working alone or on a team. I have knowledge in Lean manufacturing with the ability to analyze different situations and implement solutions. I take pride in my work and I'm committed to quality, safety, and reliability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Fabricator
Aerial Signs and Awnings Inc.
Chester, PA
09.2021 - Current
- Read and interpret blueprints to fabricate different types of signs, awnings, canopies, etc.
- Weld metals such as aluminum and steel to create different signs and structures.
- Use and operate a variety of machines, such as iron workers, shears, brakes, saws, and welders.
- Use tools such as drills, impact drivers, grinders, and other battery- or air-powered tools.
- Use basic hand tools, such as measuring tapes, screwdrivers, files, hammers, etc.
- Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Work with others efficiently and safely to produce quality products in a timely manner.
- Maintained quality control standards for all fabricated products.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed in the fabrication area at all times.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, tools, and supplies needed for fabrication projects.
- Designed and utilized templates to measure and efficiently shape products.
Laborer
Hubcap Jack
Aston, Pa
03.2016 - Current
- Preform a wide range of task involving demolition, work place maintenance, welding, sanding, preping for paint, and delivering products
- Mount and balance tires
- Plan and execute various projects at the request of owner
Laborer
Keystone Renovation
Wallingford, Pa
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Unloading and setting up tools, equipment, ladders, and materials.
- Operate a variety of power tools, hand tools, and basic machinery.
- Clean and prepare areas to be worked in.
- Assist carpenters and others with tasks at an efficient, yet safe pace.
Electronic Assembler
Nielsen Kellerman Co.
Boothwyn, Pa
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Assemble, test, inspect, and pack weather, audio and sports equipment
- Fit parts within close tolerances
- Preform tasks such as securing small electronic components, assemble subassemblies, and join or secure small parts using fine motor skills, various hand tools and small power tools
- Utilize the 6 S's in a production line setting
- Enter data into a computer such as consumable's, part numbers, and serial numbers
- Maintaine a clean and organized work space, while working efficiently and safe
- Operate forklift, order picker and scissor lift
- Repair RA's (Customers damaged equipment)
Assistant Manager / Wheel Technician
Wheels America
Lansdowne, Pa
06.2010 - 10.2016
- Assist and manage overall workplace flow
- Train new hires on they're position and safety requirements
- Maintain and track inventory and materials
- Handle employee and or customer situations or problems
- Assist production staff in various stages of the alloy wheel refinishing process
- Mount and balance tires
- Tig welded cracks and or 'curb rash' in aluminum wheels
- Mig welded steel
- Used pneumatic tools such as orbital DA's, straight and angle die grinders, cut-off wheel grinder, impact wrench, belt sanders and paint guns
- Straightened / re-rounded aluminum wheels
- Used specialized tools such as straightening machine, CNC lathe, manual lathe, polishing machine and powder coating systems
- Safely handled hazardous materials such as B17 (industrial paint remover)
- Used Oxy propane torch
- Operated Forklift
Education
High school or equivalent -
Strath Haven High School
Wallingford, Pa06.2010
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Assembly and Production
- Equipment Monitoring
- Material Management
- TIG Welding
- MIG Welding
- Safety Standards
- Use of various hand, power and pneumatic tools
- Soldering techniques
- Inspection procedures
- Measurement verification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Fabricator
Aerial Signs and Awnings Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Laborer
Keystone Renovation
03.2020 - 09.2021
Electronic Assembler
Nielsen Kellerman Co.
10.2018 - 03.2020
Laborer
Hubcap Jack
03.2016 - Current
Assistant Manager / Wheel Technician
Wheels America
06.2010 - 10.2016
High school or equivalent -
Strath Haven High School
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