Derek James Hedrick

**** ******** ***. ******, **. 93619 559-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

● To share a workplace with positive motivated people who strive to improve and help create a positive work environment.

SKILLS:

● Trained at United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Of America in residential and commercial structures. from offices, hospitals, schools, parking structures and bridge work. Also training in reading schematics and advanced blueprint reading, interior/exterior finish, equipment/safety/green Tech., OSHA,

● Four years of Automotive shop in high school along with drafting, woodworking, and advanced computers. ● Knowledge of good manufacturing/warehouse practice, forklift operation, boom lifts, scissor lifts.

● Problem solving skills, great communication, personable, team player, athletics, working great with people.

● Organizing skills to get the job done safely, and at a fast pace. EDUCATION/TRAINING:

● Reedley College 2007 - Forestry/GE.

● Diploma from Kingsburg High School

● February 2015 Carpenter Pre- Apprenticeship, 6 weeks. EMPLOYMENT:

• Present-2022 Steris, Repair Technician II

Perform intermediate to advanced inspection and repair/sharpen on surgical instruments using grinding wheels, buffing wheels, various hand and power tools, soldering, light welding. Complexity of repairs and level of intracity will vary from hospital and customer.

● 2018-2021 Window Wizard, Window Technician

Responsible for Inspecting, maintaining, repairing and cleaning all windows, glass surfaces, tracks, screen, gutters and solar panels of residential and commercial buildings. typically using glass cleaning solutions, squeegee blades, cloths and water to remove all grime. operate lift equipment to access hard to reach windows and panels. creating and developing positive relationships with customers.

● 2018-2020 D&J Sewing, Lead Sewing Technician

Effectively operate various sewing machines and be able to conduct routine sewing machine maintenance such as: thread needles, changing needles, bobbin changes and oiling machines. Set up sewing machines with proper thread, tension settings, and programmable operation settings as applicable All other duties as assigned. Responsible for troubleshooting, service, and repair on all makes of sewing, quilting, embroidery machines and vacuum cleaners. Positive attitude with the parts department and customers. Keep paperwork updated and handed in upon completion. Meet requirements for certifications. Manage, train and supervise new technicians.

● 2016-2018 Authorized vac & Sew, Sewing Technician Effectively operate various sewing machines and be able to conduct routine sewing machine maintenance such as: thread needles, changing needles, bobbin changes and oiling machines. Set up sewing machines with proper thread, tension settings, and programmable operation settings as applicable All other duties as assigned. Responsible for troubleshooting, service, and repair on all makes of sewing, quilting, embroidery machines and vacuum cleaners. Positive attitude with the parts department and customers. Keep paperwork updated and handed in upon completion. Meet requirements for certifications.

● 2015-2016 United Brotherhood Of Carpenters And Joiners Of America, Carpenters Apprentice Assisting carpenters in completing all residential/commercial structures. such as concrete formwork, rigging, layout instruments, commercial steel framing, stair building, roof framing and concrete bridge building. operating forklifts, boom lifts and scissor lifts.

● 2014-2015 Del Monte Produce, Buyer/Order Entry Clerk Buying all Raw products and Allergens, run usages finding daily/weekly/monthly/yearly averages and margin goals. working with excel and other produce software. creating and developing new relationships with (suppliers), buyers, sellers, farmers and growers. manage a QC/QA group, making sure all products are up to grade and searching for better prices and quality on all products, to ensure longer shelf life.

● 2010-2014 Custom Produce, QC/QA Food Safety Team Member Inspect, test and sample all 110 commodities from exotic fruits to vegetables. Temping all products, checking brix(sugar levels), pressure testing the flesh, reporting and documenting all defects and damage, with fruit, boxes, shelving, and forklift maintenance. making sure all travel trailers are all clean/sanitary for fresh product. forklift loading and unloading, with some light palletizing and wrapping/covering boxes due to temp changes.