Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Cost Savings and Implementation
Certification
Timeline
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Keith Thorpe

Ionia,MI

Summary

Seeking opportunities for advancement within a safe, stable work environment. Collaborative and experienced Maintenance Technician and Equipment Installer, with a strong history of safe and efficient operation of computerized mobile cranes. Highly analytical and articulate, with exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Areas of expertise include hydraulics, mechanical systems, and interpreting equipment load charts. Experienced in preparing detailed written work orders. Seasoned Crane Operator with over five years of construction industry experience, consistently delivering safe operations and on-time project completion. Adaptable collaborator who communicates effectively with crew members, management, and clients.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Industrial Cleaner

Thorpe Industrial Cleaning, LLC
Ionia, MI
05.2025 - Current

Operated industrial cleaning equipment to maintain safety and cleanliness standards.

Conducted thorough inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards.

  • Applied appropriate cleaning chemicals following safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion.
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met on time and within budget.
  • Initiated and signed a customer annual contract for $250,000, which is profitable for the small family business.

Concrete Mixer

Peninsula Prestress
Clarksville, MI
07.2022 - 05.2025
  • Operated concrete mixer to ensure consistent material quality and adherence to project specifications.
  • Monitored mixing process for optimal concrete consistency, adjusting settings as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate production schedules and delivery timelines.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.

Crane Operator

Betz Industries
Walker, MI
01.2017 - 07.2022
  • Operate mobile crane and move materials to various locations.
  • Inspect equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Observe and follow signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
  • Determine crane's load chart and rig weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
  • Trainer for new crane operators.
  • Work with maintenance on weekend projects.
  • Leveraged knowledge of load charts, rigging techniques, and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of crane operation.
  • Optimized load distribution, employing expert knowledge to prevent equipment overload and potential hazards.

CNC Machine Operator

Benteler Automotive, Leader IA
Holland, MI
10.2012 - 07.2015
  • Responsible for quality of parts being produced.
  • Adjust CNC machine knowledge of Fanuc controls Hilo driver.
  • Machine repair on epsilon machine and nut feed systems.
  • Lead fixture change overs during production.
  • Line leader.
  • Production coordination.
  • Quality control of raw parts to check conformity, responsible for temperature changes on the production line.
  • Experienced with communicating to supervisory positions to assure customer satisfaction.
  • Numerous cost savings approved with savings of over 200,000 dollars.
  • Responsible for appropriate line spacing and color changes.
  • Line leader.
  • Production coordinator Quality control.

Production Line Leader

Technocoat
Holland, MI
02.2007 - 10.2012
  • Oversaw daily production activities, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Monitored production metrics, identifying areas for optimization and corrective actions.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and workstations to uphold safety compliance.
  • Maintained high-quality standards by closely monitoring production line outputs and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams in developing process improvements aimed at reducing production time without compromising quality standards.

Operator

Brundidge Construction
Phoenix, AZ
05.2002 - 10.2003
  • Cranes.
  • Use proper chains for rigging to remove iron from flask maintenance of equipment operate Hilo and loaders for sand removal.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Equipment Operator

Sundt Construction
Phoenix, AZ
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dobson High School
Mesa, AZ
05-1990

Skills

  • Equipment operations
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Building maintenance
  • System installations
  • Mechanical expertise
  • Equipment Repair
  • Tool management

Cost Savings and Implementation

Implemented cost savings for Technocoat of $80,000 by developing and implementing valuable solutions that minimized production time using the overall workspaces.

Certification

  • LEAN Manufacturing
  • Hi-Lo and Lifter Certification
  • CPR and Emergency Response Certification

Timeline

Industrial Cleaner

Thorpe Industrial Cleaning, LLC
05.2025 - Current

Concrete Mixer

Peninsula Prestress
07.2022 - 05.2025

Crane Operator

Betz Industries
01.2017 - 07.2022

CNC Machine Operator

Benteler Automotive, Leader IA
10.2012 - 07.2015

Production Line Leader

Technocoat
02.2007 - 10.2012

Operator

Brundidge Construction
05.2002 - 10.2003

Equipment Operator

Sundt Construction

High School Diploma -

Dobson High School