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Ron Poe

Klamath Falls,Oregon

Summary

“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
Mahatma Gandhi

Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Tech 3

JELD-WEN
12.2022 - Current
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.

Owner/Operator

Rp Fabrication And Services
02.2022 - Current
  • Owner operator
  • Off-road suspension and roll cage design
  • Semi truck repair and fabrication
  • Residential fabrication.. stairs, handrails, steel balconies
  • Hauling cars or trailers
  • Jobsite clean up
  • Towing
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.

Fabrication Lead

JELD-WEN
06.2016 - 01.2022
  • Design and built devices/machinery to increase ergonomics and productivity.
  • Ordered and maintained inventory for fabrication shop.
  • Planned projects from start to implementation.
  • Train new maintenance personnel welding.
  • Recommended and initiated improvements to production processes to increase manufacturing efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity.
  • Assigned work to department personnel to attain department objectives.

Fabricator

RP Fabrication
06.2014 - 01.2022
  • Owner operator
  • Off-road suspension and roll cage design
  • Semi truck repair and fabrication
  • Residential fabrication.. stairs, handrails, steel balconies
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.

Owner/Operator

RP Vapes
01.2013 - 09.2017
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Developed new and exciting products.

Continuous Improvement Leader

JELD-WEN
09.2013 - 06.2016
  • Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
  • Changed existing processes and implemented new processes to improve efficiency
  • Improve production processes to meet company goals for earnings, quality and completion.
  • Implemented lean production methods to reduce waste
  • Developed Continuous Improvement/Lean production training programs for onsite implementation.
  • Developed hour by hour boards and helped implement them across the plant.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Door Builder and General Labor

JELD-WEN
01.2005 - 09.2013

This is list of positions i held while workering on the floor at Jeld-Wen

  • Stamp Outs
  • Core Cut Out
  • Bottom Rail
  • Embosser
  • Press Person
  • Door Repair
  • Packager
  • Steel Thrower Line 8
  • Door Inspector

Janitorial Staff Member

Detailing Specialists
11.2004 - 01.2005
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.

Roofing Laborer

Klamath Roofing
06.2004 - 09.2004
  • Removed old roofing material and properly disposed of all debris to maintain clean, organized work sites.
  • Performed job duties at low, medium and advanced heights on regular basis while observing safety protocols to avoid possibility of accidents and falls.
  • Repaired and maintained roofing systems by replacing roofing tiles and refastening seams.

Prep Cook

Reds Backwoods Bbq
01.2004 - 04.2004
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Education

No Degree - Welding

Kcc
Klamath Falls, OR
06.2014

GED -

Klamath Institute
Klamath Falls, OR
02.2004

Timeline

Maintenance Tech 3

JELD-WEN
12.2022 - Current

Owner/Operator

Rp Fabrication And Services
02.2022 - Current

Fabrication Lead

JELD-WEN
06.2016 - 01.2022

Fabricator

RP Fabrication
06.2014 - 01.2022

Continuous Improvement Leader

JELD-WEN
09.2013 - 06.2016

Owner/Operator

RP Vapes
01.2013 - 09.2017

Door Builder and General Labor

JELD-WEN
01.2005 - 09.2013

Janitorial Staff Member

Detailing Specialists
11.2004 - 01.2005

Roofing Laborer

Klamath Roofing
06.2004 - 09.2004

Prep Cook

Reds Backwoods Bbq
01.2004 - 04.2004

No Degree - Welding

Kcc

GED -

Klamath Institute
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