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Keithon Garland

Longview,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in industrial and manufacturing settings, notably at Trane Technologies. Excelled in roles requiring critical thinking and problem-solving, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in hydraulic fracturing and demonstrating exceptional communication abilities, I consistently exceed employer expectations by leveraging hard and soft skills to achieve and surpass goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Tool Handler

Flying A Pumping Services
Longview, TX
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Maintains inventory of tools, equipment, general supplies, and parts for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed, preparing inventory reports and/or reconciling discrepancies in inventory
  • Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned and lubricated machines using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags and grease guns.
  • Participated in company meetings regarding new procedures or changes in production methods.

Foundry Production Worker

Tyler Pipe
Tyler, TX
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Perform various job duties based on my assigned production area
  • These duties include operating, monitoring, controlling, maintaining, cleaning machinery used in the process of producing cast iron pipe and fittings
  • Kept operations area neat and orderly to minimize obstacles.
  • Analyzed work orders to determine materials needed for each production batch.
  • Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.

Assembler I

Trane Technologies
Longview, TX
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
  • Utilized templates and read measurements to position parts and subassemblies.
  • Created templates for repetitive tasks to expedite fabrication processes.
  • Inspected, tested, and adjusted completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.

Frac Equipment Operator

Grappler Pressure Pumping
Longview, Texas
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Operated specialized equipment to remove obstructions by severing pipes, applying chemicals and employing explosives.
  • Followed established procedures in order to safely operate frac machinery according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Ensured that all components of the frac system were working properly prior to initiation of fracking process.
  • Completed paperwork accurately and timely in order to document activities performed during each shift.
  • Utilized pipes, wrenches, and other hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues related to hydraulic fracturing operations.

Production Worker

Unicor Industries
Pollock, LA
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Knowledgeable and understanding of safety procedures, and how production and equipment work, conduct stock level checks, report deficiencies in products or raw materials, and meet the deadlines of individual and team production tasks.
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.

Warehouse Operation Team Member

Toys”R”US
Longview, TX
01.2012 - 08.2015
  • Ability to perform all essential job functions in accordance with productivity standards, operate production equipment, and ensure shipping procedures are timely
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals.
  • Contributed to team safety and productivity by removing safety hazards and keeping areas neat and well-stocked.

Education

High School Equivalency - General Studies

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA
01.2021

Skills

  • Great oral and written communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Wool sorting proficiency
  • Rig down
  • On-site operations
  • Rig up
  • Hydraulic fracturing
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Data monitoring
  • Pressure testing

Timeline

Tool Handler

Flying A Pumping Services
09.2024 - 11.2024

Foundry Production Worker

Tyler Pipe
07.2024 - 09.2024

Assembler I

Trane Technologies
01.2024 - 07.2024

Frac Equipment Operator

Grappler Pressure Pumping
06.2022 - 12.2023

Production Worker

Unicor Industries
01.2016 - 02.2017

Warehouse Operation Team Member

Toys”R”US
01.2012 - 08.2015

High School Equivalency - General Studies

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
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