COVER LETTER
Hello my name is Brian Tharp. In applying for this position I will be utilizing knowledge I acquired through my past positions held including production manager, store manager, trainer, dry-clean technician, lead machine operator, metal fabricator, quality control inspector, carpenter, assembly line team lead and forklift operator. Through the positions listed I have acquired an in-depth and diverse knowledge that I hope to fully utilize in this new position. My extensive experience in my past positions will enable me to bring a full and wide range of skills to the position advertised.
My background in construction, machine operating, and metal fabrication, have allowed me to make valuable contributions to a wide range of projects / tasks / positions. My previous work on both a large and small scale has given me a considerable insight into the challenges and needs of a variety of projects, allowing me to offer solutions to problems that may arise in this position. In addition, having been a Production / Store Manager and also a Team Leader/Trainer, I have learned and honed valuable collaboration and team management skills that have allowed me to both manage and work constructively and innovatively in group-based environments.
My objectives in applying for this position are to further develop and broaden my range of skills as well as learn all new skills. Through the development of these skills I hope to help increase profits and do my part to help the company continue to expand and grow.
Brian A. Tharp
6316 Daybreak Dr
Monroe, North Carolina
**********@*****.***
Employment History
June 2016 – Current
Lead CNC Press Brake Operator / Quality Control Inspector
Stampsource, Charlotte, NC
I am responsible for the Programing, Tool Setup, and Operation of multiple CNC press brakes including Amada, Trumpf and Haco. I am responsible for Quality Assurance and Certified in Blueprint Reading. I hold daily department meetings in which we discuss/review DPPM, Uptime, Production and Setup Efficiency, and 7S. I also do a weekly Safety Audit of my department.
Jan 2016– Jun 2016
CNC Press Brake Operator
Farris Fab & Machine, Cherryville, NC
I was responsible for the Programing, Tool Setup, and Operation of multiple CNC press brakes including Accupress and Toyokoki.
April 2014 – Jan 2016
Lead CNC Press Brake Operator / Quality Control Inspector Southeastern Metal Products, Charlotte, NC
I was responsible for the Programing, Tool Setup, and Operation of multiple CNC press brakes including Cincinnati, Trumpf, and Toyokoki. I was responsible for Quality Assurance and Certified in Blueprint Reading.
August 2013 - April 2014
CNC Bandsaw/Drill Operator SteelFab Inc, Charlotte, NC
I was a Machine Operator. I operated a C.N.C. Bandsaw and Drill combination. It was my responsibility to compare the blueprint to the program before running each piece.
July 2012 – August 2013
Team Leader/Assembler Designline USA, Charlotte, NC
I was in charge of several tasks on the assembly line of a bus manufacturer. I was also responsible for the training of new hires and keeping Inventory of all parts in my Station. I was awarded The Most Valuable Team Member Award in April 2013.
October 2010- July 2012
Metal Fabricator ACS Enterprises, Monroe, NC.
I operated sheet metal shears, hand brakes, computer operated press brakes, and forklifts. Loaded and unloaded trucks, cut and fabricated sheet metal, as well as kept track of Inventory.
October 2007 - October 2010
Carpenter/Installer, Rite-Way Installations, Monroe, NC.
Built additions and decks. Installed sunrooms, windows, siding and custom bent aluminum brake metal.
June 2006 - October 2007
Store / Production Manager Dryclean Depot Centerline, MI.
Open and Close store, operate dry cleaning machines, perform minor maintenance procedures on equipment, oversee all aspects of production, ensure all deadlines are met, supervise 10 + employees, take care of customer service problems, keep track of and order inventory.
Education
High School Diploma
Madison High School / Monroe Community High
Madison Heights, Michigan
Graduated June 2006
Forklift Saftey Course
ACS Enterprises
Monroe, NC
2010
And
Stampsource 201
Overhead Crane Operating Course
Steelfab Inc
Charlotte, NC
2013
Blueprint Reading Course
CPCC
Charlotte, North Carolina
2014
Professional Skills
●C.N.C Machine Operator
●Brake Press Setup, Program, and Operator
●Forklift Operator
●Blueprint Reading
●Assembler, Installer, and Builder
●Overhead Crane Operating License