William Hughes
Bloomington,California
Summary
Experience aerospace skilled in heat-treating all types materials. Produces desired hardness and durability with strong attention to detail and diligent monitoring. Focused on meeting business needs and satisfying customers. Proven skills preparing, monitoring and managing furnaces used in tempering, annealing and hardening different materials. Vigilant and safety-driven with OSHA training and compliance understanding. Focused on meeting and exceeding production targets with efficiency and precision. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in this position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and prob To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. sit down and standup forklift and PIT pallet jacks all types
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Heat Treater
Shur-Lok Products
08.1997 - 07.2018
- Enhanced product quality by consistently monitoring and adjusting heat treatment processes.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
- Improved efficiency with precise temperature control during heat treating operations.
- Achieved consistent results by strictly adhering to industry standards and best practices for heat treatment.
- Streamlined workflow, employing effective time management strategies for optimal productivity.
- Collaborated closely with engineers to develop customized heat treatment solutions for unique client requirements.
- Ensured safe working environment by diligently following all safety protocols and guidelines during heat treating processes.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through implementation of proactive preventative maintenance measures.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise in heat treating techniques with colleagues and trainees.
- Safeguarded product integrity by thoroughly inspecting finished products for quality assurance purposes before shipping to customers.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts, participating in cross-functional teams focused on process enhancement initiatives.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries related to heat treated products and providing technical assistance when required.
- Mitigated risk of accidents or injuries with strict adherence to safety procedures while using tools, machinery, and handling hazardous materials during operations.
- Increased operational flexibility by cross-training in various areas of
- facility, allowing swift response to changing production requirements.
- Checked and adjusted controls to achieve necessary temperatures and heating times.
- Reviewed work orders to identify desired processing plans, temperatures and cycle requirements to produce optimal products.
- Met production targets by efficiently setting up equipment, fixtures and racks.
- Documented defects and reported conformance issues to supervisor.
- Inspected and sampled completed products to evaluate production quality.
- Operated all types of hardening furnaces and tempering furnaces machines to harden, anneal and heat-treat metals.
- Completed thorough measurements, tests and visual evaluations of completed products and assigned appropriate grades.
- Evaluated materials prior to heat treating to assess supply quality and presence of desired characteristics.
- Used aging solutions to assist with hardening of INC 718 and A286 materials.
- Located and input correct program numbers to set up computer-controlled production machinery.
Aerospace Heat Treater
Bristol Industries
02.1995 - 08.1997
- Enhanced product quality by consistently monitoring and adjusting heat treatment processes.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
- Improved efficiency with precise temperature control during heat treating operations.
- Achieved consistent results by strictly adhering to industry standards and best practices for heat treatment.
- Streamlined workflow, employing effective time management strategies for optimal productivity.
- Collaborated closely with engineers to develop customized heat treatment solutions for unique client requirements.
- Ensured safe working environment by diligently following all safety protocols and guidelines during heat treating processes.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through implementation of proactive preventative maintenance measures.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise in heat treating techniques with colleagues and trainees.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of consumables and spare parts, minimizing production delays due to material shortages.
- Expanded company offerings with introduction of innovative heat treatment methods based on latest industry trends and research findings.
- Safeguarded product integrity by thoroughly inspecting finished products for quality assurance purposes before shipping to customers.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries related to heat treated products and providing technical assistance when required.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on industry advancements, ensuring top-quality workmanship at all times.
- Increased operational flexibility by cross-training in various areas of facility, allowing swift response to changing production requirements.
- Checked and adjusted controls to achieve necessary temperatures and heating times.
- Reviewed work orders to identify desired processing plans, temperatures and cycle requirements to produce optimal products.
- Met production targets by efficiently setting up equipment, fixtures and racks.
- Documented defects and reported conformance issues to supervisor.
Aerospace Heat Treater
Screw-Corporation
09.1977 - 11.1994
- Enhanced product quality by consistently monitoring and adjusting heat treatment processes.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
- Improved efficiency with precise temperature control during heat treating operations.
- Achieved consistent results by strictly adhering to industry standards and best practices for heat treatment.
- Streamlined workflow, employing effective time management strategies for optimal productivity.
- Collaborated closely with engineers to develop customized heat treatment solutions for unique client requirements.
- Ensured safe working environment by diligently following all safety protocols and guidelines during heat treating processes.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through the implementation of proactive preventative maintenance measures.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise in heat treating techniques with colleagues and trainees.
- Expanded company offerings with the introduction of innovative heat treatment methods based on latest industry trends and research findings.
- Safeguarded product integrity by thoroughly inspecting finished products for quality assurance purposes before shipping to customers.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts, participating in cross-functional teams focused on process enhancement initiatives.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries related to heat treated products and providing technical assistance when required.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on industry advancements, ensuring top-quality workmanship at all times.
- Increased operational flexibility by cross-training in various areas of the facility, allowing swift response to changing production requirements.
- Checked and adjusted controls to achieve necessary temperatures and heating times.
- Reviewed work orders to identify desired processing plans, temperatures and cycle requirements to produce optimal products.
- Met production targets by efficiently setting up equipment, fixtures and racks.
- Documented defects and reported conformance issues to supervisor.
- Inspected and sampled completed products to evaluate production quality.
- Evaluated materials prior to heat treating to assess supply quality and presence of desired characteristics.
- Located and input correct program numbers to set up computer-controlled production machinery.
US ARMY INFANTRY
US ARMY
01.1975 - 05.1977
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montclair High School
Montclair, CASkills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Carbon nitriding expertise
- Furnace operation
- Safety protocols
- Preventive maintenance
- Alloy identification
- Time management
- Vacuum processing
- Quality control
- Metallurgical knowledge
- Case hardening
- Annealing processes
- Normalizing techniques
- Team collaboration
- Hardness testing
- Attention to detail
- Stress relieving
- Heat treatment processes
- Blueprint reading
- Adaptability to change
- Material handling
- Temperature control
- Record keeping
- Continuous improvement
- Batch processing
- Quenching techniques
- Induction heating
- Gas nitriding
- Equipment Operation
- Data Entry
- Hand Tool Use
- Work Order Interpretation
- Equipment Monitoring
- Parts Quenching
- Testing Expertise
- Temperature Maintenance
- Inspection Abilities
- Documentation Skills
- Troubleshooting Skills
Affiliations
- wood working.
- working on cars
- yard work.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Aerospace Heat Treater
Shur-Lok Products
08.1997 - 07.2018
Aerospace Heat Treater
Bristol Industries
02.1995 - 08.1997
Aerospace Heat Treater
Screw-Corporation
09.1977 - 11.1994
US ARMY INFANTRY
US ARMY
01.1975 - 05.1977
High School Diploma -
Montclair High School
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