Curtis E. Pledger
Lacey, WA ***13
*.*******@***.***
Seeking an entry-level position that's challenging and progressive, promoting career advancement within
the company towards long-term future and professional growth.
Work Experience:
Aircraft Service Technician
Sept 2013- Oct 2013
ATS (Aviation Technical Services) Hangar 1 3121 109th St, SW Everett, WA 98204 425-***-****
Repaired body or structure of aircraft according to specifications of aircraft maintenance manuals
To determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
Disassembled and inspected parts for wear, warping or other defects cracks, breaks or leaks. Reinstalled
Repaired or replaced parts for subsequent riveting or welding using clamps and wrenches. Read work
orders, blueprints and specifications. Examined sample, damaged parts or structures to determine repairs
or fabricate procedures and sequence of operations. Located and marked reference lines on the defective
or replacement parts, using templates, scribes, compass and steel rule. Cured bonded structures using
portable or stationary curing equipment. Communicated with other workers to fit and align heavy parts or
expedite processing of repaired parts. Cleaned, striped, primed and sanded structural surfaces and
materials prior to bonding. Repaired or fabricated sections or parts, using metal fabricating machines,
saws, brakes, shears and grinders. Removed or cut out defective parts or drill holes to gain access to
internal defects or damages, using drill and punch. Other duties may be assigned.
Production Assistant
March 2013 – June 2013
Toray Composites (America) Inc. 19002 50th Avenue E, Tacoma WA 98446 253-***-****
Performed various job duties in one of four areas of composite production/ manufacturing process, set-up
Production machinery, safely operating, monitoring and preventative maintenance of machinery. Set-up
and validate machine for proper operation. Assisted with machine operation to ensure efficient running
and quality of production products. Utilized a variety hand tools to accomplish primary job functions. Ob
tained marterials for production run, assisted in inspection of product during production runs. Responsible
for following procedures and safety guide lines to ensure quality and production of product. Cleaned
machines to maintain proper running and operation, completed production paperwork and documents
Environmental Services Technician
Jan 2011 – Oct 2012
Albermarle Hospital, 1144 North Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27919 252-***-****
Provided housekeeping services to maintain cleanliness and sanitation condition throughout the facility
to ensure a clean, healthy, pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Cleaned all assigned areas
Including patient rooms, public areas, procedure rooms, offices and equipment, following established
procedures. Removed trash, recyclables and disposed of biohazardous waste from all assigned areas in
accordance with facility policies and procedures. Replenished paper towels, toilet paper and soap to
assure adequate supply. Made beds, following established cleaning procedures in all patient discharge
rooms and on call rooms assigned. Moved equipment, furniture, boxes, washed wall, spot cleaned carpets,
etc, as assigned. Inspected all assigned areas to ensure their thorough and properly cleaned, reported any
problems to supervisor or lead tech. Maintained equipment assigned in clean and working condition,
reported problems or suggestions to supervisor or lead tech. Followed all safety and sanitation regulation.
Attended hospital/ department services meetings as required.
Form Carpenter Helper
Mar 2008 – Aug 2009
Crowder Construction, 1111 Burma Drive, Apex, NC 27539 919-***-****
Utilized building blueprints and diagrams to determine the proper dimensions, shape and design of a form
structure. Performed physical labor in heavy civil construction for waste water utility plant.
Used precise measurements to cut and assemble boards, timbers or plywood to the necessary size. Built
wooden structures, concrete forms, assembled and dismantle scaffolds. Climbed in and out of foundation
pits or along scaffolding situated above the ground. Utilized electrical and manual construction tools such
as hammers, tape measure band saws. Poured concrete floors, walls and walkways, smooth and finished
surfaces. Dug ditches and laid pipelines in grade specifications, assisted in loading and unloading
materials. Keeping work areas and equipment clean.
Knitting Machine Mechanic
Aug 2005 – Jan 2008
Hanesbrands Inc., 1000 East Hanes Mill Road, Winston Salem, NC 336-***-****
Diagnosed, maintained, repaired, rebuild, and adjusted and performed preventive maintenance of knitting
machines to keep production operational with minimum production loss. Performed style changes and
set-ups using manual codes and computers. Repaired and maintained the operating condition of industrial
production or processing machinery or equipment. Reassemble equipment after completion of
inspections,
testing, or repairs such as load-ups, press offs, changing memingers and take up spreader. Repaired
airlines, replaced broken needles and belts, checked and adjusted tension of machines, performed and
documented monthly pm's. Assisted millwrights in overhauling, installing, dismantling heavy machinery
and moving according to layout plans. Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make
repairs. Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear. Repaired and replaced broken
malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment. Cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted parts,
equipment, and machinery.
Prep Finish Technician
Feb 2005 – Jul 2005
1000 Deere Hitachi Road, Kernersville, NC 27265 336-***-****
Prepped heavy machine components to be assembled, worked as part of a team in rotation of work
stations to perform all specific tasks assigned. Duties included loading and unloading parts, shot blasting,
cleaned and washed parts with chemical solutions and sent through heat tunnel to be dried before
masking, painting, decaling and rework. Adhering to all compliance and regulations of product quality,
health ppe and worksite safety.
Machine Operator/Inspector
Nov 2003 – Feb 2005
Banner Pharmacaps, 4125 Premier Drive High Point, NC 336-***-****
Operated encapsulating machine to produce product from pre-mixed ingredients, ensuring proper
temperatures and machine settings, using cGMPs and SOPs procedures. Performed changeovers and
equipment set-ups.
Dismantle, cleaned, sanitized and reassemble equipment for next product run. Inspected product for
quality and defects ensuring specifications and compliance of SOPs and cGmps. Operated and monitored
equipment while maintaining documentation of batch records and logbooks.
Millennium Pharmaceutical Inc.
May 2001 – Aug 2003
Animal Research Technician, 40 Landsdowne Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 617-***-****
Responsible for small animal’s husbandry. Feed water and examined animals for signs of illness or injury.
Cleaned and disinfected cages and work areas. Autoclaved and sterilized laboratory surgical instruments
Process Engineer Technician
Nov 1995 – Sept 2000
Alkermes Inc., 64 Sidney Street, Cambridge, MA 617-***-****
Assisted Process Develop Engineers in scale-up process operation and maintenance of a small pilot plant.
Executed, monitor and recorded experiments in accordance with SOPs and cGMPs procedures in sanitary
processing. Performed bench-scale ups of polymers, chemical compounds and solutions using cryogenic
procedures in filtration of finished product. Changed out liquid nitrogen and gas cylinders, calibrated and
maintained laboratory equipment. Stored, disposal and use of hazardous chemicals and waste,
implementing Hazmat procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Northeastern High School, Elizabeth City, NC Class of 83-Diploma
College of the Albermarle, 1208 North Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27906
Aviation Maintenance Technology - 304 hours August 2010-Certificate
References available upon request