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Mason Burger

Mason Burger

Athens,WI

Summary

Experienced Sheet Metal Shop Superintendent with comprehensive experience in managing operations, work flow schedule building, improving productivity, hiring capabilities, and leading teams. Proven ability to develop efficient production strategies and streamline workflow processes. Noted for strong leadership skills, commitment to my position, and aptitude for implementing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shop Superintendent/Man-Power

Stainless Specialists Inc
Wausau, WI
09.2018 - Current
  • Supervised overall Shop Production and Deadlines.
  • Worked closely with project managers to build, maintain, and adjust Future Shop Project Hour Allocation.
  • Supervised the selection and purchase of shop consumable supplies, raw stock materials, custom raw materials, hardware, and replacement parts.
  • Maintained records of personnel attendance, time card review and sign off, vacations, and leave requests.
  • Planned, managed, and coordinated fabrication activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with bid proposal verbiage and quality standards.
  • Reviewed fabrication proposals, estimates, schedules related to current and future projects.
  • Collaborated with engineers, designers, and project managers to discuss plans and resolve design issues.
  • Coordinated material procurement processes with suppliers while ensuring timely delivery of materials at job sites. This required daily tracking to ensure good project kick-offs.
  • Assisted estimators in preparing bids for new projects by analyzing blueprints and specs related to upcoming projects.
  • Resolved conflicts between Designers, Project Managers, and the Sheet Metal Fabricators efficiently and professionally.
  • Established procedures for completing projects within specified budgets and timelines.
  • Managed multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, using effective resource planning techniques. Fred Prior courses were very beneficial in this category.
  • Conducted regular meetings with Project Managers/Estimators, Designers, and Fabricators to review progress and address any issues or concerns with current fab.
  • Maintained safe Shop and Field practices by working directly with our Safety Manager to ensure up-to-date and current training, implementing safety requirements, and good housekeeping regulations. Toolbox talks are given every Monday and Thursday.
  • Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of Shop Builds with the Production Foreman.
  • Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings, and Fleet Vehicles.
  • Supervised snow plowing operations performed by apprentices at the Wausau Facility.
  • Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to help them understand the benefits of learning from their delegated Journey Person.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Reviewed project blueprints, specifications, and estimated hour allocation to determine the number of workers needed to complete jobs by a set deadline.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Supervised the Production Foreman and team daily to assist in moving forward.
  • Created shop work crew schedules and delegated field manpower for all sheet metal installs.
  • Train and monitor Production Foreman, Tooling and Training Foreman, Field Foremen, as well as employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Recruited and hired Sheet Metal Workers via High School visits and Shop Tours onsite at Stainless Specialists. Tomahawk HS, Wausau Boys and Girls Club, Gleason Mennonite, Merrill, Wausau West, Wausau East, DC Everest, Edgar, Mosinee, and some that came from NTC while the Youth Apprenticeship program was offered heavily at the Tech.
  • Provided feedback to candidates throughout the hiring process.
  • Organized Tours/Orientation for new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
  • Attended career fairs and industry conferences to promote Stainless Specialists and Local 18 as an employer of choice.
  • Attended NABTU Trades Women build Nations 2024 Conference to increase my effectiveness in hiring Women, and assist in portraying to other Members the Skills and Worth that Women can bring to the Sheet Metal Industry.
  • Maintained a database of potential candidates for future openings as workflow needs shifted towards hiring.
  • Built relationships with external recruiters, Craig Holzem, and agencies in order to source qualified talent quickly.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from potential applicants. In my position, whether hiring or not, I will never turn down a Shop Tour. This gives me a chance to converse with the Applicant, show what we do as Sheet Metal Workers via Blueprints, explain the daily tasks as Journeyman and Apprentices are on the Shop floor, and finally, explain how the Union side of things work and how it has benefitted me.
  • Quarterly Reviews: I scheduled meetings with employees to address job performance, concerns, and grievances. Implemented corrective actions and goals moving forward.
  • Handled employee discipline and termination to Contractor protocol as well as Union. I am fortunate to not have run into this situation too often. Worked closely with Craig Wagner to ensure we were fair to the Member.
  • Organized employee directories and updated individual contact information.
  • Notified Local 18 Representatives (Craig Wagner, Julie Ellis, and Jody Mulich) of status changes, whether new hire, re-hire, or layoffs.
  • Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.
  • Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity. Lunches, after-work get-togethers.
  • Scheduled work flow around Local 18 ELW classroom scheduling with Mark Anderson. Documented tardies of SSi Apprentices, and followed up with any derogatory classroom performance form our SSi Apprentices.
  • Coordinated fabrication of unplanned or pop-up work calls/emails with customers to ensure we get them back up and running, or moving in the right direction.
  • Verified QC/Packing List Verification before scheduling pickups/delivery with customers.
  • Coordinated scheduling of equipment maintenance activities. Mainly at the Wausau Facility.
  • Interfaced with external vendors regarding hardware procurement needs.
  • Coordinated with vendors for cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
  • Provided advice on best practices relating to procurement processes. Worked with newer designers on this quite often to help them understand the importance of meeting the deadline.
  • Documented procurement activities in accordance with company policies.
  • Worked closely with other departments to identify procurement needs. PMs, Designers, Laser Operators, and Tooling Foreman.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate better terms for raw material procurement. Mainly raw materials and hardware.
  • Established relationships with vendors to negotiate contracts for product procurement.
  • Assisted in developing budgets for upcoming jobs by estimating costs for materials, labor.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior appraisers on estimating techniques and procedures.
  • Assisted with cost estimating by analyzing raw material costs, labor costs, overhead expenses.
  • Participated in industry seminars, conferences related to estimating practices, techniques. Fred Prior Online Sessions and Fred Prior In-Person Seminars
  • Assessed, evaluated and prepared complex bids proposals for submission to potential clients.
  • Drafted, edited and proofread technical documents related to bids proposals.
  • Analyzed customer needs and developed solutions that met their objectives.
  • Organized meetings with customers prior to submitting bid proposals.
  • Answered customer inquiries over the phone and through email.
  • Provided customers with product information and resolved their issues in a timely manner.
  • Tracked inventory levels on a daily basis and restocked shelves as needed. Sheet Stock, Tube, Pipe, UHMW, and Shop Consumables.
  • Reconciled invoices for accuracy prior to sending them out for payment processing.
  • Scheduled appointments for customers who need assistance with product installation or repair
  • Warmly greeted customers by employing positive telephone etiquette and asking well-rounded questions to identify issues.
  • Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues, and answer fabrication/install questions.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Negotiated salaries and other employment terms with successful applicants.
  • Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates..
  • Assisted with the development and implementation of youth apprenticeship programs.
  • Provided guidance and support to high school students in order to help them transition from education to employment.
  • Conducted and implemented job shadowing activities for youth apprentices.
  • Organized and facilitated career exploration workshops for students and parents. Sometimes, grandparents.
  • Monitored student progress throughout their apprenticeships and provided feedback to both students and the School Representative.
  • Facilitated communication between high school students and families regarding program expectations and requirements.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.

Shop Foreman

Stainless Specialists Inc.
Wausau, WI
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
  • Coordinated with Shop Superintendent to ensure that production goals were met on time.
  • Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to Sheet Metal Journeyman and Apprentices regarding repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machines/Fabrication.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner to maintain positive work relationships.
  • Trained new employees on shop processes and procedures as well as operation of machines and equipment.
  • Identified areas for improvement within the shop to increase efficiency levels.
  • Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
  • Monitored work areas to prevent or correct unsafe conditions or violations of safety procedures.
  • Operated variety of Machinery, equipment and power tools to reduce accidents and malfunctions.
  • Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies.
  • Implemented workplace safety protocols to minimize accidents and incidents.
  • Trained, coached and supported Sheet Metal Workers to maximize productivity.
  • Inspected and assessed completed work.
  • Acted as a liaison between management and shop floor staff.
  • Implemented manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations in shop, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
  • Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
  • Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce what was needed.

Sheet Metal Field Foreman

Stainless Specialists Inc.
Wausau, WI
01.2013 - 02.2016
  • Inspected job sites to ensure safety compliance and proper installation of materials.
  • Supervised a team of 2- 26 workers to complete daily tasks efficiently and on-time.
  • Ensured job sites were kept clean and organized throughout the day.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to complete projects in an efficient manner.
  • Maintained records of all employee hours worked for payroll purposes.
  • Developed strategies for completing projects within allocated budgets.
  • Provided guidance and support for crews when needed during difficult tasks or problems encountered on-site.
  • Monitored progress of work against established timelines.
  • Resolved conflicts between personnel in a timely manner as required.
  • Reported any potential risks or hazards to management immediately.
  • Ensured that all crew members followed safety regulations set by OSHA and Plant Regulations at all times.
  • Updated supervisors regarding status of projects on a weekly basis.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Inspected completed work to assess quality.
  • Organized the delivery of materials, tools, and rental equipment to each job site.

Sheet Metal Apprentice

Stainless Specialists Inc.
Wausau, WI
12.2006 - 01.2013
  • Fabricated components and assemblies to exacting standards using manual and automated sheet metal equipment.
  • Performed layout, assembly, fitting and welding of sheet metal products according to engineering drawings and blueprints.
  • Operated a variety of hand tools such as shears, brakes, punches, drills and grinders to cut, shape, form and assemble sheet metal parts.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts or reworked faulty assemblies.
  • Maintained accurate records of time spent on each job assignment.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of sheet metal forming machines.
  • Followed all safety regulations while performing tasks with hazardous materials.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished product.
  • Utilized mathematical skills to calculate the size, quantity and angle required for cutting processes.
  • Executed various bending operations such as press brake forming, rolling cylinders and pipe bends.
  • Formed complex shapes with specialized machinery such as rollers, presses and benders.
  • Worked with other tradesmen such as welders or electricians on joint projects.
  • Created templates from paper patterns when needed.
  • Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
  • Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
  • Operated heavy machinery to prepare metal products according to customer specifications.
  • Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material, according to product specifications.
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed, and repaired sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, conveyors, countertops, carts, tables, and platforms.
  • Welded, soldered, bolted, riveted, screwed, clipped, caulked, or bonded component parts to assemble products.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edgar High School
Edgar, WI
05-2005

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Technical knowledge (Excel,AutoCad)
  • Production Scheduling
  • Workforce Planning
  • Safety awareness
  • Task Delegation
  • Team Training
  • Employee Coaching

Affiliations

  • Whittlesey Lions Tee Ball Assistant Coach
  • Medford Flag Football Assistant Coach

Accomplishments

  • Filed and Received a United States Design Patent for a "Hinged Device"
  • Guest Speaker at Edgar High Schools 2016 Whitetail Night "It's all about that 1st bed."
  • "Dancing with the Stars" 2023 Runner Up (Medford, WI)
  • Father of 3

Certification

  • Local 18 Member in Good Standing since 2006
  • Managing Multiple Priorities, Projects, and Deadlines Certification (Fred Prior)
  • Transitioning from Staff to Supervisor Certification (Fred Prior)
  • Leadership, Team building, and Coaching Certification (Fred Prior)
  • How to deal with Unnacceptable Employee Behavior Certification (Fred Prior)
  • Communicate with Tact and Professionalism Certification (Fred Prior)
  • Dealing with Difficult People Certification (Fred Prior)
  • CPR/Basic First Aid - Current

References

Craig Wagner (715)498-1926

Craig Holzem (715)498-1615

Other References available upon request.

Timeline

Shop Superintendent/Man-Power

Stainless Specialists Inc
09.2018 - Current

Shop Foreman

Stainless Specialists Inc.
02.2016 - 09.2018

Sheet Metal Field Foreman

Stainless Specialists Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2016

Sheet Metal Apprentice

Stainless Specialists Inc.
12.2006 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

Edgar High School

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