Kyle Bednash
Cumberland Foreside,ME
Summary
Subject Matter Expert and trusted advisor skilled in research, analysis and examination of company technology and standard operating procedures. Interface and collaborate with clients and internal team members, providing consultative enhancement recommendations based on industry research. Improve existing processes, procedures, technical enhancements, resource requirements and stakeholder engagement procedures to align with strategic goals.
Highly motivated and experienced ship builder with professionalism in Leadership, Management, Communication, Relationship building.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Operations Supervisor
General Dynamics Electric Boat-Philadelphia, PA
2023.08 - Current
- Coordinated an ALC (Active learning center) for new production welders as they graduated from their 4 week weld school training and came onto the deck plate
- Proficiency development leader for oversight on all production floors 1st and 2nd shift
- Acting as a Supervisor assistant daily to preform pre job briefs, hazard analysis work, set up work order packages, drawings
- Provide OJT (On Job Training) daily for workers as they completed the Virginia and Columbia Class build for the Navy
- Allocate daily numbers for management department regarding cost, schedule, budget, weld statusing
- Survey SAPIP audit & assessment on level 1 controlled material handlers, welders, & other production staff.
- Served as a liaison between technical experts and business stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Established best practices for knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
NDT Level I Inspector
General Dynamics Electric Boat-Philadelphia, PA
2023.08 - Current
- Responsible for performing inspections utilizing various NDT techniques in VT, MT, UT methods in accordance with the company and customer specifications
- Develop and maintain processes to ensure all operations staff is complying with regulations
- Provides and coordinates required on the job training hours
- Assist in the certification of NDT for Level I inspectors
- Travel to other EB offsite locations to assist with inspection
- Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and ERS SYSTEM.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Provided expert guidance on best practices related to quality control and assurance, supporting continuous improvement efforts within the organization.
Lead Welding Instructor
General Dynamics Electric Boat-North Kingstown, RI
2020.04 - Current
- Teach a wide range of welding knowledge and skills, including, but not limited to: welding techniques, positioning, fit-up, equipment set-up, welding theory, metallurgy and weldability of metals, print reading, utilizing welding codes and standards, and even inspection of welds
- Used various teaching methods to decrease learning gaps and increase student motivation for long-term educational success.
- Introduced innovative teaching methods that increased overall class engagement while reinforcing complex concepts effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing curriculum updates to align with industry standards and best practices.
- Qualify Welding employee's on NAVSEA standard S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, MIL-STD-1689
- Develop new curricula, Embrace a total safety culture, Course content, and methods of welding instruction
- Collaborate with administration, faculty, and community.
Utility Worker
Laborers International Union of North America 130-Scranton, PA
2019.05 - 2020.11
- Utility laborer for LIUNA local 130
- Maintained high standards of workmanship by adhering to industry regulations and company policies during installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
Utility Laborer
Kriger Pipeline-Dickson City, PA
2020.01 - 2020.03
- General utility laborer for the gas crew, some of the daily fuctions of this job are as followed
- Retire old services/main connects
- Truck driver
- Haul material
- Operate equipment such as backhoe, air chisel, one ton, bullet.
Asphalt Laborer/ Welder
JDM MATERIALS COMPANY-Daleville, PA
2019.10 - 2019.12
- Daily duties working at the quarry included
- Making material, greasing, running heavy equipment, welding, emptying dust trucks
- MIG welding, Stick welding, Oxy acetylene torch cutting
- Load trucks with materials.
Route Driver
American Food and Vending/Dining Creations-Taylor-PA
2018.10 - 2019.10
- Assigned route driver for the greater Hazleton area
- Duties were as followed
- Restore and replenish product for consumer machine use
- Operate mini kiosk market for higher end sale locations
- Clean and maintain machines for a safe environment in the work place
- Collect revenue and data base information off machines using Microsoft programs.
Blacktop Laborer
Stafursky Paving-Archbald, PA
2017.12 - 2018.08
- Blacktop Groundsmen for the paving crew, other duties that were fulfilled are as followed
- Operate equipment such as Sweep machine, Mini roller, & High end roller
- Rake & Board blacktop
- General clean up on job site
- Flag for traffic control.
Billing Clerk
TMG HEALTH-Jessup, PA
2017.07 - 2018.03
- Direct billing for all Medicare, Medicaid, and disabled personnel receiving prescription drug coverage
- Handling inbound and outbound calling which tied into all billing inquiries
- Customer based calls about getting enrolled in MAPD.
Inventory Control Specialist
Fastenal-Jessup-PA
2016.05 - 2017.03
- Inventory lead for the export general position which entailed on running accounts and having a direct contact with the sister company overseas
- Working with microsoft word, excel, spreadsheet
- Keeping track of all database for all accounts responsible
- Shipping & receiving of all goods inbound and outbound.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during physical inventories, ensuring accurate counts while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding inventory-related matters, promoting a collaborative approach to problem solving.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Johnson College
Scranton, PA01.2021
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Archbald, PA05.2015
Skills
- Welding (8 years)
- Strategic Thinking
- Construction
- Mechanical knowledge
- Fabrication (2 years)
- Non-destructive Testing
- Quality Inspection
- Microsoft Word
- Blueprint Reading
- Curriculum Development
- CAD
- Logistics
- Mechanic Experience
- ASME Codes & Standards
- Training and mentoring
- Strong analytical skills
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Operations Supervisor
General Dynamics Electric Boat-Philadelphia, PA
2023.08 - Current
NDT Level I Inspector
General Dynamics Electric Boat-Philadelphia, PA
2023.08 - Current
Lead Welding Instructor
General Dynamics Electric Boat-North Kingstown, RI
2020.04 - Current
Utility Laborer
Kriger Pipeline-Dickson City, PA
2020.01 - 2020.03
Asphalt Laborer/ Welder
JDM MATERIALS COMPANY-Daleville, PA
2019.10 - 2019.12
Utility Worker
Laborers International Union of North America 130-Scranton, PA
2019.05 - 2020.11
Route Driver
American Food and Vending/Dining Creations-Taylor-PA
2018.10 - 2019.10
Blacktop Laborer
Stafursky Paving-Archbald, PA
2017.12 - 2018.08
Billing Clerk
TMG HEALTH-Jessup, PA
2017.07 - 2018.03
Inventory Control Specialist
Fastenal-Jessup-PA
2016.05 - 2017.03
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Johnson College
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
- OSHA 10
- Forklift Certification
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