WILLARD STREET III
Mason City,IA
Summary
Highly-motivated focused professional with experience in assembly manufacturing, safety and production. Adept at identifying and implementing shop floor process optimization and control methods to eliminate and help reduce overall assembly costs. Consistently looking for better, safer ways to help the manufacturing process and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong planning skills with keen ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, results-driven environment who enjoys putting in extra time in his work to maintain quality and production. Always willing to work overtime.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembler
John Deere Engine Works
Waterloo, Iowa
05.2022 - 12.2025
- Operated automated assembling equipment, including robotics and fixed automation, to ensure efficient assembly processes.
- Fit and assemble parts to make or repair engines.
- Fitted and assembled parts for engine production and repairs, contributing to operational readiness.
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine component parts.
- Assemble parts on units, and position, align, and fasten to assembly, subassemblies, using hand tools and power tools.
- Operate small cranes to transport to position large parts.
- Clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies, using grease paddles or oil cans.
- Do repairs and Create modifications when necessary.
- Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.
- Operated various hand and power tools, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and workplace safety protocols.
- Maintained organized workstations, reducing clutter and promoting a safe working environment.
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production targets consistently.
Lead
Iowa Spray Foam
Carroll, Iowa
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Operated moving equipment to transport materials and parts to excavation sites efficiently.
- Devise solutions to problems that may occur during operation of fire insulation foam application.
- Figure out faster ways to finish the job without jeopardizing Safety or Quality
- Drive moving equipment in order to transport materials and parts to excavation sites.
- Repair and maintain equipment, making emergency adjustments and assisting with major repairs.
- Assigned work tasks to employees based on job requirements and skill sets. to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs.
- Distribute insulating materials evenly into small spaces within floors, ceilings, or walls, using blowers and hose attachments
- Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.
- Read blueprints and select appropriate insulation, based on space characteristics and the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Certified Trainer / Driver
First Fleet Transportation
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Train Drivers on the safe and efficient way to operate.
- Educate drivers to ensure adherence to safety protocols and driving techniques. on the safe and efficient way to operate.
- Educate Drivers on proper operation methods, record keeping, and maintenance on commercial vehicles.
- Evaluated employee skills to ensure job fit.
- Turn in receipts and money received from deliveries.
- Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Perform emergency repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, or spark plugs.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment, ensuring proper working condition and minimizing downtime.
- Communicated traffic disruptions and delays to ensure timely responses and adjustments, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to bases or other vehicles, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Utilized maps to navigate routes and ensure timely transportation of goods. Follow written or verbal geographic directions.
- Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to improve driver skills and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new drivers, enhancing safety and compliance standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to improve driver skills and efficiency.
- Developed and delivered engaging safety training programs to enhance employee awareness and compliance.
- Assessed training effectiveness by monitoring employee performance and conducting follow-up evaluations, adjusting program content as needed for maximum impact.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and vehicle operation techniques.
- Conducted road assessments to evaluate driving skills and identify improvement areas.
- Facilitated ongoing education sessions to keep drivers updated on regulations and best practices.
- Mentored junior trainers, fostering skill development and enhancing overall training effectiveness.
Certified Driver Trainer / Driver
Hirschbach Motor Lines
Dubuque, Iowa
11.2012 - 05.2018
- Train Drivers on the safe and efficient way to operate.
- Educated drivers on proper operation methods, record keeping, and vehicle maintenance.
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
- Ensured accurate submission of receipts and cash from deliveries to maintain financial records.
- Verified inventory load contents against shipping papers to ensure accuracy.
- Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, , or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.
- Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to bases or other vehicles, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
- Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Communicated vehicle mechanical problems to supervisors to ensure timely maintenance and safety.
- Turn in receipts and money received from deliveries.
- Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Assessed training needs through performance evaluations and feedback from team members.
- Developed and delivered training programs for new employees to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated driver performance through road assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new drivers, enhancing safety and compliance standards.
- Mentored junior trainers, fostering skill development and consistent training delivery across the team.
- Evaluated driver performance through ride-alongs, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced driver safety by conducting thorough training sessions on defensive driving techniques.
Locomotive Engineer/Conductor
Iowa Chicago Eastern Railroad/ Canadian Pacific Railway
Mason City, IA
09.2005 - 01.2011
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure mechanical integrity and operational readiness.
- Operated locomotives in compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Monitored train performance metrics to optimize efficiency and adherence to schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers to coordinate train movements and resolve operational issues.
- Trained junior engineers on safe operating procedures and equipment handling.
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Trained new conductors on operational procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on industry best practices and improve personal performance as a conductor.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
Education
High School Diploma - Generals
Lake Mills Community School
Lake Mills, Iowa05-2004
Skills
- Assembly and production
- Final assembly processes
- Final assembly skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Quality control
- Workplace safety
- Technical documentation
- Process documentation
- Excel
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Safety management
- Safe equipment operations
Timeline
Assembler
John Deere Engine Works
05.2022 - 12.2025
Lead
Iowa Spray Foam
02.2022 - 05.2022
Certified Trainer / Driver
First Fleet Transportation
05.2018 - 02.2022
Certified Driver Trainer / Driver
Hirschbach Motor Lines
11.2012 - 05.2018
Locomotive Engineer/Conductor
Iowa Chicago Eastern Railroad/ Canadian Pacific Railway
09.2005 - 01.2011
High School Diploma - Generals
Lake Mills Community School