Locklind Westberg
Lehigh,IA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Custom Applicator
NEW Cooperative
Fort Dodge, IA
11.2023 - Current
- Custom application of anhydrous ammonia in the spring and fall
- Maintenance and upkeep of toolbar and tractor
- Rebuild and maintain farmer bars
- Haul grain and dry fertilizer in off seasons
- Help in elevator as needed with loading/unloading trucks and moving grain
- Shop work and fabrication of broken parts on machines or other equipment
- Loading of rail cars
- Equipment operator- Payloaders,skid loaders, tractors of all sorts and sizes, dump trucks
Press Mechanic
Silgan Containers
Fort Dodge, IA
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Inspected finished product for defects and conformance to specifications.
- Operated press machine to cut, bend, form, punch, or straighten metal plates.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as speed, feed rate, and pressure according to job requirements.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts and replacing worn tools.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-specification production.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities such as number of pieces produced and scrap generated.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
Pellet Mill Operator
C&S Products
Fort Dodge, IA
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Monitored pellet mill operation to ensure optimal performance of equipment.
- Inspected and maintained feeder, conveyor, and pellet mill systems for proper functioning.
- Adjusted pellet size by controlling die speed and roll gap.
- Performed routine maintenance on pellet mills including lubrication of bearings and other moving parts.
- Performed quality control tests to ensure that pellets meet required specifications.
- Followed safety protocols in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Cleaned work areas after completion of shift activities.
Sawmill Operator/Team Lead
The Lumber Shack
, IA
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work orders to determine sawmill layout and operation specifications.
- Set up and operate sawing machines such as band, circular, or jig saws to cut logs into lumber of specified dimensions.
- Adjust saw blades according to size of lumber being cut and depth of cut desired.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
Cashier
True Value Hardware Store
Webster City, IA
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Assembly Line Worker
Mertz Engineering
Webster City, IA
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
- Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Monitored parts inventory levels and notified supervisor when additional orders were needed.
- Utilized automated machines to assist with the assembly of parts and components.
- Operated forklifts to move materials around the warehouse safely and efficiently.
- Repaired defective parts or components as necessary according to established procedures.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery.
- Calibrated measuring instruments such as gauges and scales for accurate readings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Webster City High School
Webster City, IA05.2016
Skills
- Production Monitoring
- Parts Lubrication
- Safety Management
- Machinery Cleaning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Decision-Making Skills
- Time Management
- Equipment operation
- Precision application
- Safety compliance
- Machine maintenance
- Grain handling
- Fabrication techniques
- Record keeping
- Blueprint reading
- Team collaboration
- Class A cdl
- Chemical handlers 1A, 1B, 1C, Core, Application
Timeline
Custom Applicator
NEW Cooperative
11.2023 - Current
Press Mechanic
Silgan Containers
02.2021 - 11.2023
Pellet Mill Operator
C&S Products
07.2019 - 02.2021
Cashier
True Value Hardware Store
01.2018 - 09.2019
Sawmill Operator/Team Lead
The Lumber Shack
03.2016 - 12.2019
Assembly Line Worker
Mertz Engineering
08.2014 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Webster City High School