Brandon Allard
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Accomplished at National Steel Car, adept in team coordination and troubleshooting, I enhanced productivity by implementing quality control and safety measures. My hands-on training significantly improved team performance, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence and effective communication.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Hand
National Steel Car
09.2004 - Current
- Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Streamlined daily operations by delegating tasks based on individual strengths, maximizing team performance results.
- Communicated with management and team members to resolve obstacles and complete projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in working with various types of paints such as epoxy-based coatings, polyurethane finishes, waterborne systems-adapting methods accordingly.
Supervisor
National Steel Car
05.2012 - 03.2013
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Painter/Blaster Spray Painter
National Steel Car
09.1995 - 09.2004
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety compliance.
- Increased efficiency by utilizing airless spray systems.
- Inspected surfaces for defects prior to painting-taking corrective action when necessary to ensure flawless results.
- Shot blast railway cars per customer guidelines, remove all lose media pryor to paint
Education
No Degree - Trades
Crestwood Vocational School
Hamilton, ON06.1992
Skills
- Team Member Training
- Team Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Safety
- Issue Resolution
- Giving Constructive Feedback
- Visual Inspection
- Protective Equipment Use
- Willing to Learn
- Good Communication Skills
- Trouble Shooting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Supervisor
National Steel Car
05.2012 - 03.2013
Lead Hand
National Steel Car
09.2004 - Current
Painter/Blaster Spray Painter
National Steel Car
09.1995 - 09.2004
No Degree - Trades
Crestwood Vocational School
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