Stephen Stephenson
Ft Mitchell,KY
Summary
With a proven track record at Progress Rail A Caterpillar, I excel in diagnosing and resolving complex network issues, enhancing system reliability by over 30%. My expertise in equipment testing and fault diagnosis, combined with a strong ability to educate customers, showcases my technical proficiency and exceptional communication skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Switch Point Final Asembly
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
Taylor Mill, KY
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Troubleshot and diagnosed network issues for customers, including configuring and repairing routers and switches.
- Maintained switch configurations, ensuring proper flow of data between the LAN and WAN networks.
- Performed maintenance on Cisco Catalyst switches to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted daily monitoring of switch ports to detect any unauthorized access or changes in configuration.
- Provided technical support to users regarding switch-related issues, such as connectivity problems or port assignments.
- Installed new hardware components, such as routers, switches and hubs, following established procedures.
- Analyzed network traffic to identify potential security threats or other malicious activities.
- Assisted with the setup of various VLANs for different departments within an organization.
- Configured Layer 2 and 3 switching protocols such as STP, VTP and HSRP.
- Resolved complex routing problems involving multiple subnets by implementing static routes when necessary.
- Monitored system logs for errors or anomalies that could indicate a problem with the network infrastructure.
- Evaluated existing technology solutions to determine if they are meeting customer requirements in terms of speed and reliability.
- Performed upgrades on existing equipment when necessary in order to maintain compatibility with newer versions of software or hardware.
Industrial Blender Operator
Givaudan Flavors
Mt.Zion, KY
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored operation of the blender to ensure safety standards were met.
- Adjusted blender settings as needed to achieve desired product consistency.
- Performed minor repairs on blending equipment when necessary.
- Ensured all components of the blending process complied with established quality control standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to the blending process when they arose.
- Implemented corrective action measures as needed during production runs.
- Calibrated scales used in weighing ingredients prior to adding them into the blender vessel.
- Followed proper lockout and tagout procedures before servicing or repairing equipment.
- Stored raw materials and finished products in designated areas according to safety regulations.
- Adhered to standard operating procedures at all times while operating blenders.
- Checked labels on containers for accuracy against batch records prior to releasing any product from the blender vessel.
- Trained new personnel on safe operation of blenders according to company policies.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping floors, disposing of waste materials properly.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding changes in processes or potential issues that may arise during production runs.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on blenders including lubrication, inspection.
- Operated blenders to mix ingredients according to specific recipes and instructions.
Foreman
NPSG
FT.Mitchell, KY
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
Concrete Finisher
JW Const.
Louisville, KY
11.2017 - 03.2020
- Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
Concrete Finisher
Maw. Construction
Nicholasville, KY
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
Concrete Finisher
Denham Blythe
Lexington, KY
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
- Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
- Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
- Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
- Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
- Applied hardening compounds to protect the surface from weathering and staining.
- Inspected work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed.
- Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
- Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
- Installed expansion joints, sealants, coatings, and other protective treatments according to specifications.
- Monitored conditions of the job site to prevent damage or accidents due to wet cement or other hazardous materials.
- Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
- Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
- Prepared mixtures of sand, gravel, cement and water according to specified proportions.
- Cleaned work area at end of each shift removing debris, unused material.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment used during job such as wheelbarrows, shovels.
- Assisted in loading and unloading supplies such as bags of cement onto trucks or wheelbarrows.
- Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
- Maintained records related to job progress such as hours worked per day and amount of material used.
- Provided assistance in completing projects within deadlines set by supervisor and client.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
- Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
- Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
- Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
- Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
- Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
- Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
- Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
- Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
- Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
- Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
- Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
- Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
- Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
- Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
- Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
- Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
- Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
- Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
- Restored damaged and worn stonework on old buildings or sites.
- Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
- Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Square D.
Lexington, Ky.
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Set-up and operate injection molding machines to produce plastic parts or products.
- Monitor the production process, making adjustments as necessary to ensure quality standards are met.
- Inspect finished products for defects, such as warping, cracking, voids, and other irregularities.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of production activities including machine settings, cycle times, scrap rates.
- Perform preventative maintenance on injection molding equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues with injection molds and related equipment.
- Adjust machine settings to optimize product quality and maximize output efficiency.
- Load raw materials into hoppers and feeders according to specifications.
- Replace worn components on injection molds as needed.
- Clean molds prior to use and after each run using appropriate cleaning agents.
- Assist with the installation of new molds and troubleshoot any issues that arise during set-up.
- Program computerized controls for specific job requirements.
- Document production data including cycle time, reject rate, scrap rate.
- Train new employees on the proper operation of injection molding machines.
- Suggest improvements to existing processes in order to increase productivity or reduce costs.
- Work with engineers to develop new injection molds or modify existing ones.
- Evaluate product samples against established quality criteria.
- Advise management on potential risks associated with a given production process.
- Communicate effectively with other departments regarding scheduling changes or material shortages.
- Maintained high levels of quality standards by closely monitoring progress and effectively streamlining procedures.
- Trimmed excess material and reduced waste with precise measurements and execution.
- Manufactured solutions, media and agar plates using to meet production needs.
- Troubleshot and repaired equipment, replacing worn pipes, belts and chains to maximize up time and save money on repair costs.
- Safely operated ultrasonic welding equipment, weight scales and forklifts.
- Adjusted daily work procedures to meet schedules and maintain product quality standards.
- Inventoried and recorded quantities of materials and finished products, requisitioning additional supplies.
- Observed meters and gauges to verify and record temperatures, pressures and press-cycle times.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and upkeep of production equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Checked casting equipment at beginning of shift to verify proper machine functionality and resolve identified malfunctions.
- Turned valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperature and speed and feed rates.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformity to specifications.
- Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
- Pulled level and toggled latches to fill molds and to release mold covers.
Pipeline Foreman
Stephenson Construction
Nicholasville, KY
01.1995 - 05.2011
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and policies on the pipeline construction sites.
- Organized and coordinated resources for successful completion of projects within established timeframes.
- Developed operational plans to meet project objectives while minimizing costs.
- Reviewed drawings, specifications, test results and reports to verify accuracy and completeness of work performed.
- Provided feedback on job performance reviews for all direct-report employees.
- Assisted in the development of new procedures for improved efficiency on future projects.
- Analyzed problems that arose during operations and identified solutions promptly.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through increased productivity or better utilization of resources.
- Evaluated existing processes and systems in order to recommend changes that would improve efficiency.
- Provided input into budget planning process by estimating labor costs associated with upcoming projects.
- Developed strategies to maximize efficiency while maintaining high quality standards.
- Tracked inventory levels and ordered supplies when necessary to avoid delays in production.
- Coordinated communications between various teams involved in different stages of the project lifecycle.
- Managed subcontractors performing specialized tasks such as welding or coating applications.
- Coordinated activities with subcontractor personnel and assisted in proactively managing team resources to meet project requirements.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
- Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials.
- Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment.
Switchpoint Final Assembley
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
Taylor Mill, KY
Education
High School Diploma -
Jessamine County High School
Nicholasville, KY05-1994
Skills
- Equipment testing
- Fault diagnosis
- Equipment safety
- Diagnosing issues
- Educating customers
- Installation and maintenance
- Configuring equipment
- Installing equipment
- Test equipment operation
- Troubleshooting and resolution
- Engineering plans
- Work order completion
- Safety awareness
- Network design
Certification
- heavy equipment
Timeline
Switch Point Final Asembly
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
06.2022 - 11.2024
Industrial Blender Operator
Givaudan Flavors
06.2021 - 06.2022
Foreman
NPSG
04.2020 - 05.2021
Concrete Finisher
JW Const.
11.2017 - 03.2020
Concrete Finisher
Maw. Construction
08.2014 - 10.2017
Concrete Finisher
Denham Blythe
09.2013 - 06.2014
Injection Molding Machine Operator
Square D.
05.2011 - 08.2013
Pipeline Foreman
Stephenson Construction
01.1995 - 05.2011
Switchpoint Final Assembley
Progress Rail A Caterpillar
High School Diploma -
Jessamine County High School
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