Ryan M. Kaplan
Big Rapids,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven welder, machinist, and military veteran with over 10 years of experience in the United States Army. Proven track record of leading teams in high-pressure environments, achieving significant outcomes such as saving over 20,000 man-hours through effective coordination and adherence to policies. Expertise in risk management and asset protection, successfully safeguarding equipment valued at over $250,000 while consistently meeting senior leadership expectations. Recognized for outstanding performance with multiple awards, including six Army Achievement Medals, complemented by strong leadership skills that foster team development and enhance communication.
Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
Experienced with team management and leadership. Utilizes effective communication to motivate and guide teams. Track record of implementing strategies that enhance team performance and productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Team Leader SGT
UNITED STATES ARMY – Fort Riley Kansas
01.2018 - 01.2024
- As SGT Kaplan Led, mentored, and trained a 5-person team in welding operations in a combat zone during deployment through Syria Jordan, and Kuwait. 2019 as SPC Kaplan led a team of 2 and completed a California border mission repairing structures for the Mexico-American border.
- Deployed to combat zone as SGT in charge of 5 soldiers kept team accountability during duress.
- Made sure soldiers keep clean appearance complete tasks and show up on time for accountability
- Maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment to myself 80000$.
- Led building operation for 15 collapsible gyms in Connex box for ACFT.
- Earned Army achievement medal for merits service building repairing border wall in California.
- Earned Army achievement medal for merits service for transporting and repairing equipment in combat zone to sustain forces in combat operations.
- Fixed many vehicles using machining and welding knowledge.
- SHARP "Sexual Harassment Assault Response Prevention"
Representative for company, helping employees understand proper conduct and keeping a safe work environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Specialist
National Guard
06.2012 - 06.2018
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Repaired vehicles with welding.
- Completed 4 FTX operations.
- Perfect Fitness scores
- Completed NTC fort Irwin.
CNC Operator/ Metal fabricator
Weisgram metal fabrication – Fargo, ND
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed nightly operations of a CNC Lathe CNC mill, used break press, MiG welder.
- Read blueprints completed operations with CNC Lathe CNC Mill Break Press
- Kept area clean
- Welded MiG
- Built parts within 1 thousandths of an inch tolerance.
- Parts built passed inspection tolerance and dimensions.
truck unloader
Walmart – Minot, ND
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Unloaded trucks, sorted boxes in correct area keeping organization.
- Kept area organized and clean.
- Showed up at appropriate times.
- Lifting heavy objects up to 60 pounds for 8 hours a day.
Education
Certifications - Welding, Machining, Leadership, Management
Army Schools
Fort Riley North, KS12-2024
Skills
- Welding- Mig, Stick
- Machining- CNC Lath, Mill
- Measuring Tools- Calipers, Tape Measure, Micrometer
- Problem-solving
- Team supervision
- Team motivation
- Team building
- Documentation and reporting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Performance improvement
- Relationship building
- Safety
Accomplishments
Led team • Awards. • Amy achievement medal. • Good conduct medal. • ARCOM medal • Followed blueprints to complete projects. • leadership position over 3 soldiers. • Training and Development of others. • Always followed Policy. 2018– 2024 As SGT Kaplan Led, mentored, and trained a 5-person team in welding operations in a combat zone during deployment through Syria Jordan, and Kuwait. 2019 as SPC Kaplan led a team of 2 and completed a California border mission repairing structures for the Mexico-American border. • Deployed to combat zone as SGT in charge of 5 soldiers kept team accountability during durress. • Made sure soldiers keep clean appearance complete tasks and show up on time for accountability • maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment to myself 80000$. • Led building operation for 15 collapsible gyms in Connex box for ACFT. • Earned Army achievement medal for merits service building repairing border wall in California. • Earned Army achievement medal for merits service for transporting and repairing equipment in combat zone to sustain forces in combat operations. • Fixed many vehicles using machining and welding knowledge
Certification
AWS welding Certification
Mig, Tig, Stick
Hotel 8 Certification
Measuring Tools- Calipers, Tape Measure, Micrometer.
SHARP Course Certificate
Army Combative Certificate
Timeline
Team Leader SGT
UNITED STATES ARMY – Fort Riley Kansas
01.2018 - 01.2024
CNC Operator/ Metal fabricator
Weisgram metal fabrication – Fargo, ND
01.2015 - 01.2018
truck unloader
Walmart – Minot, ND
01.2013 - 01.2015
Specialist
National Guard
06.2012 - 06.2018
Certifications - Welding, Machining, Leadership, Management
Army Schools
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