Kenneth DELO
Apollo,PA
Summary
Skilled Shift Manager with expertise in scheduling and team management. Streamlines operations by adjusting scheduling and task prioritization to ensure timely project completion. Background in quality control enhances collaboration between production and management, fostering a balanced approach to efficiency and precision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Manager
Affival inc
New Kensington, PA
02.2026 - Current
- Supervised a team of 12 crew members during 12-hour night shifts to ensure smooth operations and resolve equipment breakdowns.
- Monitored tension and guided product flow during runs.
- Operated winding machines on Affival inc production line.
- Loaded wire spools and prepared materials for winding.
Winder machine operator
Affival inc
New Kensington, PA
11.2013 - 12.2025
- Executed production orders by coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion.
- Became an independent operator which entailed being fully self-sufficient and able to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in real time.
- Assisted shift manager by mentoring less experienced co-workers during busy periods.
Quality Control Inspector
Affival inc
New Kensington, PA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Acquired proficiency in ro-tap and tap density machines to ensure quality standards.
- Inspected all incoming materials and finished goods for any nonconforming attributes.
- Acquired knowledge of Excel spreadsheet usage for batch attributes.
Powder man
Affival inc
New Kensington, PA
08.2010 - 10.2012
- Filled flo bins according to production run orders, ensuring timely availability for operations.
- Developed self-sufficiency skills through independent problem-solving during tasks. and on the go problem solving.
- Collaborated with other shifts and management to facilitate seamless cross-shift operations.
Fabricator/Welder
Affival Inc.
New Kensington, PA
04.2007 - 04.2009
- Executed MIG welding, metal fabrication, and assembly to produce high-quality components
- Ensured quality control by conducting thorough inspections of products
- Fabricated steel components for Affival Inc. production equipment and support systems.
- Welded stainless steel assemblies using MIG and TIG processes.
- Read blueprints and shop drawings for precise fabrication work.
Education
High School Equivalency Diploma
Apollo, PASkills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Forklift Certified
- Safety Compliance
- Hazard Awareness
- Operations Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Team Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Shift Manager
Affival inc
02.2026 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Affival inc
06.2018 - 08.2021
Winder machine operator
Affival inc
11.2013 - 12.2025
Powder man
Affival inc
08.2010 - 10.2012
Fabricator/Welder
Affival Inc.
04.2007 - 04.2009
High School Equivalency Diploma