Kristopher Austin
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Experienced Production Leader with 6 years of experience monitoring extrusion saw manufacturing. First-rate leadership and team building talents with understanding of manufacturing deadlines and goals. Adept at troubleshooting machine issues and performing repairs. Organized, goal-oriented motivator of team members to meet production goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Production Lead
Schupan Aluminum & Plastic Sales
Kalamazoo, United States
07.2015 - Current
- Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
- Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
- Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality using 5S
Assembly Operator
American Axle
Three Rivers, MI
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Reviewed component quality to assess conformance with tolerances and remove unacceptable products.
- Reviewed project specifications and drawings prior to assembling complex components to better understand assignments and expected deadlines.
- Operated production machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
NDT Assistant
Acuren Inspection
Kalamazoo, United States
10.2010 - 08.2011
- Created radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
Commercial Fisherman
Alaskan Gill Net Co.
Kodiak, AK
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Stocked vessel with equipment for fishing, boating operations and effective emergency response.
- Cleaned equipment and facilities, paying close attention to operation and safety.
- Worked with local markets and businesses to sell catches quickly and maximize profits.
- Worked with buyers for to assess needs and provide desired stock at favorable prices.
- Kept up with detailed ship and gear maintenance schedule to maintain optimal fishing levels and revenue returns.
- Measured, sorted and stored catches, returning illegal or undesirable creatures back to water
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI 08.2014 - 06.2015
No Degree - Machine Shop Technology
Glen Oaks Community College
Centreville, MI 08.2009 - 06.2010
Skills
Equipment troubleshooting
Quality control guidelines
Safety protocols
Materials management
Equipment operation
Timeline
Operations Production Lead
Schupan Aluminum & Plastic Sales
07.2015 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
08.2014 - 06.2015
Assembly Operator
American Axle
02.2012 - 11.2014
NDT Assistant
Acuren Inspection
10.2010 - 08.2011
No Degree - Machine Shop Technology
Glen Oaks Community College
08.2009 - 06.2010
Commercial Fisherman
Alaskan Gill Net Co.
06.2008 - 08.2010