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Noah Adair

Plano,OR

Summary

At Kettle Cuisine, I excelled as a Reliability Specialist, enhancing equipment efficiency and project management through adept coordination with engineers and maintenance teams. My expertise in mechanical troubleshooting and heavy metal welding, coupled with a strong ability to ensure customer satisfaction and adhere to safety standards, drove significant improvements in operational workflows and equipment reliability.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reliability Specialist

Kettle Cuisine
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated with engineers and the maintenance department to modify equipment, ensuring peak efficiency or improvement.
  • Conducted field repairs and worked extensively with stainless steel.
  • Initially responsible for facility maintenance and fabrication work, later transitioning to overseeing project and expansion efforts.
  • Led contractor crews, ensuring projects met company standards, adhered to safety protocols, and maintained an aesthetically pleasing finish.
  • Acted as the primary contact for contractors, enforcing compliance with safety and food safety regulations (FDA standards).
  • Managed project workflows, ensuring full efficiency and proper material procurement or on-site sourcing.
  • Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on machinery and equipment.
  • Managed equipment installations, removals, and modifications.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance to extend equipment life and ensure smooth operations.
  • Oversaw equipment inspections and ensured compliance with safety protocols.

Additional Skills and Experience:

  • Forklift, manlift, and scissor lift operation
  • Some electrical troubleshooting and conduit installations
  • Wire/data cable installations and conveyor/belt repair and modification
  • Facility repairs and general equipment inspections

Education

Associate of Arts - Welding And Fabrication

Everett Community College
Everett, WA
03-2016

Skills

  • Troubleshot mechanical issues with manual machines and ordered necessary replacement parts
  • Installed accessories on heavy equipment and machinery, ensuring proper functionality
  • Performed heavy metal welding (Dual Shield) and aluminum welding (TIG), meeting quality standards
  • Deep understanding of construction materials, equipment, and services, as well as industry trends and regulations
  • Ability to understand client needs, provide tailored solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction to maintain long-term relationships
  • Knowledge of construction processes, project timelines, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of services or materials
  • Familiarity with construction tools and technology to facilitate efficient sales processes
  • Precision in estimating costs, creating proposals, and managing documentation to avoid errors and meet client expectations

Certification

  • Certificate in Aerospace Fabrication and Welding
    Everett Community College, Everett, WA
  • Certificate in Advanced TIG Welding
    Everett Community College, Everett, WA
  • Certificate in Sub-Arc Welding
    Everett Community College, Everett, WA
  • High School Diploma
    Snohomish High School, Snohomish, WA

Timeline

Reliability Specialist

Kettle Cuisine
10.2021 - 08.2023

Associate of Arts - Welding And Fabrication

Everett Community College
Noah Adair