Bret Mead
Strathroy,ON
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented, I leveraged hydraulic knowledge and teamwork at Autotube LTD to enhance process efficiency and reduce downtime. My expertise in machine operation and collaborative problem-solving skills have consistently improved productivity and operational standards, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a proactive approach to challenges. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydraulic Press Operator
Autotube LTD
09.2018 - Current
- Identified opportunities for process improvement through careful observation and analysis of operational inefficiencies.
- Verified accuracy of settings and adjusted controls, conforming with customer specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning activities to keep machines in good working condition.
- Prevented excess waste of product or components by performing frequent inspections.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following established safety protocols during operation of hydraulic press machinery.
- Reduced downtime, conducting regular equipment checks and quick repairs of any issues.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and within company standards.
- Maximized productivity through effective planning of daily tasks based on available resources and project deadlines.
House Mover
Weatherbys
04.2015 - 08.2018
- Optimized space utilization within moving trucks using strategic planning techniques that prioritized fragile items for secure transport.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper practices for packing, lifting, and transporting client belongings to minimize the risk of injury or damage.
- Ensured accurate inventory tracking through meticulous documentation of items before and after moves.
- Delivered superior customer service experiences through empathetic listening skills and timely resolutions of issues encountered during moves.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect among colleagues.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
- Reduced damage claims by implementing strict protocols for loading and securing items in the moving truck.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote efficiency while adhering to safety standards and regulations.
Production Worker
Gray Ridge Egg Farms
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Education
No Degree -
Strathroy District Collegiate Institute
Strathroy, ON12-2024
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Precision measurement
- Load Calculation
- Production Scheduling
- Tooling selection
- Pressure Adjustment
- Hydraulic Knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Mechanical skills
- Physical Strength
- Machine adjustment
- Tool operation
- Machine setup
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hydraulic Press Operator
Autotube LTD
09.2018 - Current
House Mover
Weatherbys
04.2015 - 08.2018
Production Worker
Gray Ridge Egg Farms
01.2014 - 02.2015
No Degree -
Strathroy District Collegiate Institute
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