Vaughn A. Olson
Magna
Summary
Accomplished professional with a proven track record at Stadler Rail US, excelling in problem-solving and process improvement. Leveraged SolidWorks expertise to design production jigs, enhancing efficiency by 20%. Known for effective communication and trustworthy collaboration, consistently driving team success and innovation in challenging environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Handyman
GCS Design
Magna
04.2018 - Current
- Straight Forward
- Effective work ethic
- GCS has been providing me challenging tasks, that requires the use of power tools, hand tools, mathematics, and much more. It helped develop a problem-solving mindset, and allows me ways to figure out complex solutions. It has also helped me to develop maturity and an understanding that a certain level of care is needed in order to complete the task properly.
- Assisted in general repairs and maintenance of residential properties.
- Installed new doors, windows, locksets and hardware.
- Performed minor and major plumbing repairs, such as fixing leaky faucets or toilets.
- Carpenter
T2 Apprentice, Production Engineering
Stadler Rail US
Salt Lake City
08.2023 - 12.2025
- The Stadler Apprenticeship had provided me numerous challenges. And because of that I have learned how to Build trains and gained a great work ethic, they have also provided me with the opportunity of growth and the opportunity to meet with important figures.
- Stadler Apprenticeship Program.
- I assisted in the Capex report
- I was the Main Carpenter for the Production Engineering team
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members on how to Improve assembly line processes and workflows.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and materials used daily.
- Designed and implemented jigs for the production floor
C-Part Picker
Stadler Rail US
Salt Lake City
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Stadler had provided me with employment for 8 months. The work has been challenging and rewarding. It allows me the opportunity to search out effective work processes. I’ve enjoyed the opportunity, and look forward to future opportunity here.
- Stadler Logistics EAP
- Operated material handling equipment to efficiently pick and organize rail components.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding inventory discrepancies or issues.
- Main trainer for C-Part area
Education
High School Diploma -
Cyprus High School
Magna, UT06-2025
Associate of Applied Science -
Salt Lake Community Collage
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Trustworthy & Loyal
- Problem solving
- HandyMan Skills
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Process improvement
- Electrical
- Masonry work
- Heavy lifting
- Hardworking
- Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- SolidWorks
- Excell Certified
- Automotive certified
- 5S
- 6 SIGMA Yellow Belt
- SolidWorks
- Critical thinking
- Kaizen Action
References
- Aaron Olson, GCS Design, (915) 301-7359
- Shannon Trout, Stadler Rail US, (385) 405-5984
- Jon Argoitia, Stadler Rail US, (801) 919-5173
- Nathan Beynon, Stadler Rail US, Nathan.Beynon@stadlerrail.com
- Adrian Serrano, Stadler Rail US, Adrian.Serrano@stadlerrail.com
Languages
Spanish
Limited
French
Limited
Timeline
T2 Apprentice, Production Engineering
Stadler Rail US
08.2023 - 12.2025
C-Part Picker
Stadler Rail US
07.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Handyman
GCS Design
04.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cyprus High School
Associate of Applied Science -
Salt Lake Community Collage