Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Stephen Kral

Port Orchard,WA

Summary

Results-driven Manufacturing Technician with experience at General Dynamics, skilled in precision assembly and equipment troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance process improvement and ensure OSHA compliance, while adhering to safety regulations. Adept at problem-solving and reading blueprints, contributing to efficient production outcomes and high-quality standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Technician

General Dynamics
04.2018 - Current
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Implemented effective containment measures to safeguard ship equipment and adjacent areas.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
  • Educated team members to enhance comprehension of welding blueprints.
  • Reduced occurrences of rework and lost time.

Chef

Compass Group
05.2016 - 04.2018
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Education

Associate Degree In Arts - Culinary Art

Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI

Skills

  • Safety regulations and procedures
  • Welding technique
  • Osha compliance
  • Precision assembly
  • Problem solving
  • Process improvement
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Blueprint reading

Certification

  • Osha 10 certification
  • Respirator training
  • Fire watch training
  • Mil 100s-1 Gtaw, Gmapls,Gmasps
  • 10781M Smaw
  • Aluminum Gtaw
  • Dissimilar metal for Gtaw,Smaw
  • Time ark stud welding up to .75 in in steel, .5 in Inconel

Timeline

Manufacturing Technician

General Dynamics
04.2018 - Current

Chef

Compass Group
05.2016 - 04.2018

Associate Degree In Arts - Culinary Art

Johnson & Wales University
Stephen Kral