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Ryan Suffield

Wichita,KS

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Tooling Technician

Spirit AeroSystems
08.2014 - Current


  • Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
  • Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
  • Selected specific metals and other materials for tools depending on heat tolerance and durability, according to tool functions.
  • Assessed and updated safety protocol according to anticipated risk in manufacturing innovative products.
  • Trimmed blocks and blanks to outlined dimensions with rules, hand saws and power shears.
  • Set up and operated drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
  • Inspected items for safety and operability.
  • Maintained pyrometer, replacing parts when necessary and setting controls to proper settings for heat treatment of products made of specific materials.

Automotive Technician

South Seneca Car Care
08.2004 - 08.2014
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.

Education

Ged - Education

Next Step Alliance
Wichita
07.2014

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Maintenance Processes
  • Detailed Meeting Minutes
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Tolerance Verification
  • Tool Management
  • OSHA Standards
  • Metal Stamping
  • Power Saws
  • Basic Tools
  • Time Management
  • Routine Tool Maintenance
  • Surface Grinding
  • Advanced Troubleshooting
  • Sheet Metal Installations
  • Power Sanders
  • Hand Trucks
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Heat Treating
  • Daily Logs
  • Active Listening
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Power Drills
  • Minor Repairs
  • Hand Saw

Timeline

Tooling Technician

Spirit AeroSystems
08.2014 - Current

Automotive Technician

South Seneca Car Care
08.2004 - 08.2014

Ged - Education

Next Step Alliance
Ryan Suffield