Brandon Wolfe
Indian Trail
Summary
Energetic and reliable with strong attention to detail and passion for precision. Possesses foundational knowledge of metallurgy and material properties, coupled with skills in operating industrial machinery and maintaining safety standards. Committed to enhancing production efficiency and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Diligent Desired Position with solid background in heat treatment processes and equipment operation. Consistently ensured optimal performance and quality standards in industrial settings. Demonstrated expertise in thermal processing and maintaining precise temperature controls.
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.
Experienced with heat treatment processes, including operating and maintaining furnaces and other equipment. Utilizes technical knowledge to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to safety protocols. Strong understanding of metallurgical principles and thermal dynamics.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Heat Treat Operator
CIRCOR
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely completion of work orders, resulting from effective scheduling and prioritization of tasks.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in process audits and evaluations.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance on furnaces, quench tanks, and other heat-treating machinery.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to company policies and guidelines regarding personal protective equipment and hazardous materials handling.
- Induction hardened parts
- Dalic plated housings
- Operated cranes
- Maintained a clean area. 6s
Dog Groomer
Bark 5th Avenue
06.2009 - 08.2023
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, plucked hair from ear canals, and brushed teeth.
- Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
- Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
- Performed minor medical procedures such as gland expression and flea treatments.
- Provided customers with information on proper dog grooming techniques and pet health care advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sanitizing equipment after each use.
- Advised customers on appropriate shampoos, conditioners, colognes, and other products for their pets' needs.
- Assisted in resolving any customer complaints or concerns efficiently and professionally.
- Ensured safety of animals at all times by following established safety protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to ensure repeat business opportunities.
- Handled cash transactions accurately when accepting payment from customers.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary to perform grooming services.
- Supervised apprentice groomers during daily operations.
- Researched new trends in dog grooming industry to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Handled pets with gentle demeanor to help animals feel calm and secure.
- Bathed and styled pet's fur, inspecting animals for external signs of parasites, disease or injury.
- Booked grooming appointments and made follow-up phone calls to remind customers of upcoming appointments.
- Consulted with owners and made recommendations on individual grooming needs of pets.
- Facilitated professional relationships with clients, promoting and encouraging repeat business.
- Groomed dogs by utilizing blades, de-shedding tools, and shears.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
Monroe, NC06.2008
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Safety Precautions and Measures
- Breed and Species Knowledge
- Facility Policies and Procedures
- Grooming and Bathing
- Knowledge of Cutting Methods
- Safety Procedures
- Customer Service
- Paw Pad Care
- Nail Trimming
- Coat Care
- Temperature control
- Quenching techniques
- Workplace safety
- Hardness testing
- Heat treatment processes
- Stress relieving
- Precision measurement
- Metallurgical testing
- Annealing procedures
- Furnace operation
- Equipment operation
- Parts quenching
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Mechanical skills
- Temperature maintenance
- Basic computer skills
- Hand tool use
- Physical strength
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Tool operation
- Machine setup
- Equipment cleaning
- Stress tolerance
Contact
Indian Trail, NC 28079
Education and Training
other,Monroe, NC
Timeline
Heat Treat Operator
CIRCOR
10.2023 - 01.2025
Dog Groomer
Bark 5th Avenue
06.2009 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
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