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Rashaan D. Grady

Vallejo,CA

Summary

Dedicated, detail-oriented, hardworking and reliable General Laborer/ Equipment Operator with five years of providing productive and efficient labor. Widely experienced in providing a variety of physical labor to ensure goals are achieved. Out of the box thinker who diligently addresses operational issues and ensure continual productivity. Known for strong work ethics, strong attention to detail, and the capacity to enforce safety regulations and corporate policies. Self-starter, highly motivated, perseverance and flexibility to ensure professional results exceed all expectation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Gas Technician

SCS Engineers
06.2023 - Current
  • Disassemble, repair and reassemble equipment in good working order.
  • Educated customers on use, care and adjustments of wellfield.
  • Diagnoses issues with wellfield and made repairs.
  • Facilitate repairs by disassembling defective and broken equipment.
  • Provide fast and skilled response to alarms and other emergency situations.
  • Maintain proper operations of pumps and compressors by inspecting components and addressing faults.

CNC Operator

BIOMERICS
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Prepared and operated CNC machines to perform jobs including drilling, grinding and milling
  • Loaded feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
  • Translated instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform correct functions Prepares and load raw material and equipment onto the machines
  • Prepared test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
  • Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large number of parts
  • Maintained safe operations by adhering safety procedures and regulations
  • Maintained equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
  • Inspected and measured finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
  • Program mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chucks, tools, and attachments
  • Checked and maintained machinery daily to ensure functionality.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.

Chief of Operations

DART
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Seek new business relationships with manufacturers to reduce cost
  • Maintain solid business relationship with all of our clients to exceed expectations Work cohesively with the CEO while managing the company’s day to day operating activities
  • Manage a variety of general office activities personally and /or through delegation to employees
  • Conducted research on customer issues and ensured appropriate resolution Maintain organizational budget for contracts Perform and assigned tasks to drivers, performed vehicle and maintenance checks, as well as job site inspections
  • Assisted in implementing policies and promoting company culture and vision and oversee operations to keep business on track.
  • Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
  • Streamlined company processes and procedures while enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Supported business growth through strategic planning and process development.

Forklift Operator

Continental Labor & Staffing
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Restock products with forklift, lift truck and stock picker
  • Operated forklift safely and effectively lifted heavy equipment and materials Performed operations of stocking palletizer with pallets, slip sheets, film wrap, sedge par label, and ink ribbon and clearing all of the machine errors during a production run
  • Follow work orders for item movement and delivery preparation
  • Record inventory numbers when unloading shipments
  • Reported issues to the QC inspectors, which can affect the quality of the finished product
  • Performed daily check on the forklift to identify any maintenance needs and safety issues Cleaned and inspected area after each shift.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.

Operations Technician

Trona Chemical Plant – Continental Labor & Staffing
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed stored cataloged and transferred sodium nitrate and caustic soda via injection lines
  • Ensured equipment was properly inspected and safely operated Cleaned debris in and around machines to ensure an orderly and safe work environment
  • Completed daily documented pre-shift work area inspections and initiate correction as needed Observed variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge ready to trouble shoot equipment
  • Performed equipment shutdowns and startups and lockouts of equipment
  • Recorded gauge reading, test results and shift production and recorded information in logbooks
  • Completed logs and records, including measurements, calculations, and chemical additions and milling times
  • Operated Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) both standing and sitting
  • Operated Front End Loaders and End Loaders and utilize screens to monitor and control equipment
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety gear
  • Knowledgeable in the operations of the circulation pumps; primes circulations pumps.
  • Reviewed processing errors and helped track down root causes.
  • Researched database failures and collaborated with operations team to resolve problems.


Carpenter Helper

Carpenter Contractors of America
04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Performed general construction duties, such as, carpentry, drywall, masonry, welding, maintenance and repairs
  • Transported work materials and set up job sites Safely discarded hazardous materials and Lifted up to 70LBS
  • Operated hand tools, small power tools and related safety equipment
  • Assembled and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails dowel
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction
  • Watch out for fire hazards in workplace while work performed by construction crews
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Stopped work production based on hazardous conditions
  • Reported to site manager and followed all safety protocols
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.

Laborer

Firewatcher, Horizon
11.2013 - 12.2018
  • Kept visible contact with workers inside confine spaces using portable monitors Inspected work area for flammable vapors and liquids
  • Watched out for fire hazards in workplace while work performed by employees
  • Ceased work production when necessary based on safety conditions
  • Kept flammable material from ignition sources Cleaned and prep work area before beginning hot work
  • Established different sounds or motions for communication
  • Familiar with exit areas and evacuation routes
  • Identified, reported, and recorded all unsafe conditions and spills
  • Accurately log and retain data (bag weight, blend sheets and prep sheets.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.

Education

Certificate of Completion -

Chevron ROP
Richmond, CA
2023

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
2015

High School Diploma - Business Administration

Agana Heights, Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA.
2011

Skills

  • Operations and Safety Management
  • Machine, Board, and Calcine Operations
  • Quality Control Analysis and Business Acquisition
  • Forklift and Equipment and Maintenance Operator
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Operation and Control Monitoring
  • Skills and Highlights:
  • Tracking and record keeping and Inventory Counts
  • Ability to grasp new concepts and ideas quickly
  • Forklift Operator
  • Operate: forklifts, front end loaders, hand and power tools
  • Ability to lift up to 75 LBS and operate basic equipment
  • Ability to operate a variety of Power and Hand Tools and lift and carry up to 75LBS
  • Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance and attendance
  • Customer Service Support and Mathematics
  • Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • Troubleshooting
  • Soldering Skills
  • Diagnosing Problems
  • Managing Schedules

Timeline

Gas Technician

SCS Engineers
06.2023 - Current

CNC Operator

BIOMERICS
01.2023 - 05.2023

Chief of Operations

DART
10.2022 - 11.2022

Forklift Operator

Continental Labor & Staffing
08.2022 - 10.2022

Operations Technician

Trona Chemical Plant – Continental Labor & Staffing
12.2021 - 08.2022

Carpenter Helper

Carpenter Contractors of America
04.2019 - 09.2021

Laborer

Firewatcher, Horizon
11.2013 - 12.2018

Certificate of Completion -

Chevron ROP

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Norfolk State University

High School Diploma - Business Administration

Agana Heights, Norfolk State University
Rashaan D. Grady