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Ryan Williams

Davenport,IA

Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with a proven track record at John Deere, adept in quality control and fostering team leadership. Skilled in production welding and enhancing customer service, consistently surpassing performance targets. Excels in utilizing hand tools and mentoring teams to achieve excellence and operational efficiency.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

McDonanlds
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

Spice Operator

Kraft Heinz
Davenport, IA
11.2019 - 12.2024
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Welder

John Deere Harvester Works
East Moline, IL
12.2021 - 10.2024
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

Quality and Control

I80 Equipment
Colona, IL
03.2020 - 04.2021

Inspected and operated bucket trucks

Listed parts and specs of each truck

Assistant Store Manager

Taco Bell
10.2012 - 11.2019
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central Highschool
Davenport, IA
08.2008

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Quality Control
  • Forklift Experiance 5 years
  • Production welding
  • Proficient with hand tools

Timeline

Welder

John Deere Harvester Works
12.2021 - 10.2024

Quality and Control

I80 Equipment
03.2020 - 04.2021

Spice Operator

Kraft Heinz
11.2019 - 12.2024

Assistant Store Manager

Taco Bell
10.2012 - 11.2019

Manager

McDonanlds

High School Diploma -

Central Highschool
Ryan Williams