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Thomas J Richards

Emporium

Summary

Experience with leadership derived from different work and social experiences. Proven to deliver smooth operations and high productivity. Demonstrated proficiency in enhancing team performance and maintaining quality standards. Consistently recognized for job performance and goal achievement.




Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Supervisor, Die Setter, Forge Setup

GKN Sinter Metals
04.2015 - 05.2020

Responsible daily for safety and quality, training as needed.

Coordinate production to meet customer demands / make timely shipments.

Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.

Troubleshoot issues with appropriate staff to maintain production goals without adding labor

Machine Gunner / Platoon Sergeant

USMC
12.2005 - 12.2009

Assist Platoon Commander in training and development of Marines in order to ensure readiness for operations.

Mentor and guide Marines to become self-sufficient.

Maintain physical fitness standards through daily completion of a training regimen.

Provided accurate and timely fire support during missions.

Develop and foster a team spirit through camaraderie

Conduct regular inspections of personnel, uniforms, and equipment to ensure readiness for all tasks.

Operator

Spherion Staffing
12.2003 - 10.2005

Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.

Maintained a safe working environment by strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.

Briefly trained on setting up multi-action compaction presses

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Italian Language

University of Pittsburgh
Oakland
12-2012

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Workplace safety
  • Staff management
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Safety
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Goal setting and tracking

Affiliations

  • Veterans of Foreign Wars

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Italian
Professional Working

Timeline

Shift Supervisor, Die Setter, Forge Setup

GKN Sinter Metals
04.2015 - 05.2020

Machine Gunner / Platoon Sergeant

USMC
12.2005 - 12.2009

Operator

Spherion Staffing
12.2003 - 10.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Italian Language

University of Pittsburgh
Thomas J Richards