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Todd Smith

Todd Smith

Diamond,MO

Summary

Goal-oriented and well versed employee with maintenance, welding, mining operations background and proven team leadership abilities. Directed equipment maintenance operations and experienced reduced downtimes and higher production levels. Impressive organizational and mechanical skills leading to desirable results.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance/ Operations

Montana Resources
11.2016 - 02.2024

Maintenance (Nov 2016-May 2020)

  • Rebuilding various machines including crusher machine.
  • Maintenance on Crusher, belts, drive motors, liner fabrication/installs.
  • Various forms of welding.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance while also training new hires.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.


Operations/Maintenance (May 2020-Feb 2024)

  • Clean up.
  • Visual inspections.
  • Communication with control room to keep production on schedule.
  • New hire training.
  • Followed all guidelines according to MSHA rules and regulations and continuous safety training.
  • Preformed maintenance duties in scheduled area.
  • Various welding in all areas as needed to keep production on schedule.
  • Adhered to state and federal regulations when planning environmentally-sound extraction of natural resources.
  • Optimized ventilation systems within underground areas of mine to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

Fence Installer

R H Fencing
10.2015 - 11.2016
  • Installed wood, wire and steel fences per customer requests.
  • Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
  • Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
  • Educated clients about the benefits of various fence types, helping them make informed decisions regarding their property needs.
  • Removed old fences efficiently without causing damage to surrounding structures or landscaping.
  • Managed inventory of fencing materials effectively to avoid shortages or delays in project completion.
  • Completed fence installation projects within budget and on time, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Installed gates securely and accurately, ensuring smooth operation for clients post-installation.

Fence Installer

Tim Anderson Fencing
05.2015 - 10.2015
  • Educated clients about the benefits of various fence types, helping them make informed decisions regarding their property needs.
  • Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
  • Removed old fences efficiently without causing damage to surrounding structures or landscaping.
  • Managed inventory of fencing materials effectively to avoid shortages or delays in project completion.
  • Installed all types of fencing including wood, wire, and welding steel fences.
  • Shop duties including welding and construction of gates, panels, cattle guards or any specific customer request.

Bandsaw Operator

ALRO Steel Corporation
04.2014 - 03.2015
  • Verified dimensions of finishing workpiece and frequently used weld and anneal saw blades.
  • Monitored and adjusted the speed and cutting pressure of the machines to produce high-quality results.
  • Completed projects within given deadlines, managing time effectively across multiple tasks.
  • Trained newly hired employees on machine operations and control set ups, explaining safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Minimized waste materials by accurately measuring and cutting required parts for each project.
  • Shipping, packaging and restocking all unused material.

Construction/Concrete Laborer

Crossland Construction Company, Inc.
09.2008 - 01.2014
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks by effectively managing time and resources in a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Improved job site safety by adhering to strict OSHA guidelines and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Completed high-quality work by precisely constructing forms for setting concrete structures.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately calculating the required amounts of concrete for each project phase.
  • Collaborated with other team members to ensure smooth project execution and achieve desired results.
  • Contributed to successful project completions by efficiently performing finishing tasks, including edging, jointing, and smoothing surfaces.
  • Maintained clean job sites by properly disposing of debris and excess materials on a daily basis.
  • Supported overall project success with strong communication skills, coordinating effectively with supervisors and fellow workers.

Machinist

O & F Machine
04.2000 - 09.2008
  • Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
  • Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Set up and ran BROWN and SHARPE precision screw machines which included single spindle, multi slide automatics or hand loaders.

Sales/ Management/ Intensive Care Management

Payless Shoe Source
06.1989 - 08.1995
  • Addressed and resolved strategy issues to support sales management and guide business direction.
  • Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
  • Completed sales management tasks on-time and under-budget while relaying complex issues with senior leadership.
  • Worked closely with sales management to inspect sales process quality and prioritize opportunities for improvement.
  • Met monthly productivity goals set by sales management.
  • Resolved complex problems impacting sales management by implementing cost-effective strategies.
  • Increased efficiency in stores by implementing merchandising and sales management programs.
  • Worked my way up from Sales, to Store manager to Intensive Care Management- Which included: Inventory control, terminating risk employees, cash control and getting the store back on track of functioning according to store policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carl Junction High School
Carl Junction, MO
05.1984

Skills

  • Management Experience
  • Machine Shop Experience
  • Commercial Construction Experience
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Welding
  • Steel Fabrication
  • Masonry work
  • Equipment/Machine repair and maintenance
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • OSHA
  • MSHA
  • Residential Electrical

References

Bill Potts

General Dynamics

417-438-1091

Friend of 30 years


Jim Flink 

Lead Maintenance

Montana Resources

406-490-2396

8 years


Bill Osborne

Primary Control Room Operator

Montana Resources

406-221-6152

8 years


Kevin McGuinley

Primary Control Room Operator

Montana Resources

406-498-9079

3 years


Jill Dove

Human Resources Manager

Montana Resources

406-496-3276

8 years

Please contact Jill if you have any questions regarding my employment at Montana Resources.

Timeline

Maintenance/ Operations

Montana Resources
11.2016 - 02.2024

Fence Installer

R H Fencing
10.2015 - 11.2016

Fence Installer

Tim Anderson Fencing
05.2015 - 10.2015

Bandsaw Operator

ALRO Steel Corporation
04.2014 - 03.2015

Construction/Concrete Laborer

Crossland Construction Company, Inc.
09.2008 - 01.2014

Machinist

O & F Machine
04.2000 - 09.2008

Sales/ Management/ Intensive Care Management

Payless Shoe Source
06.1989 - 08.1995

High School Diploma -

Carl Junction High School
Todd Smith