Randy A. Silva
Hanahan, SC *****
Objective:
Seeking a long term, challenging position that is committed to a professional work environment.
Career Summary:
Over 14 years of experience as a Production Specialist. Four years as a Production Operator. Currently a Lab Technician, for a total of 25 years at ATK/Thiokol Aerospace.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Currently registered with Tobacco and Firearms
• Able to obtain a Confidential/Secret security clearance
• Operate laboratory equipment
• Record observations and calculations of data
• Assist in special studies in analyzing the cause of results
• Perform technical procedures in one or more of the following areas: Production, Research and Development, Quality Control, Assurance and Compliance, and Environmental
• Remove and dispense of waste chemicals, solvents and acids, bases, oxidizers and flammables
• Inspect hazardous waste production and storage units while maintaining logs
• Research chemicals on MSDS and have good knowledge of chemical breakdowns
• Work to all applicable Federal, state, local and ATK regulations and requirements
• Work well in a team environment, 10-12 hours and rotating shifts
• Cast Space Shuttle igniters
• Minuteman aft closures and press outs
• Case/processed LUU-19 flares
• Processed 1.1/1.3 propellants including Minuteman, Orion, Delta, and D-5
• NASA certification on crane, forklift, and on all critical hardware moves
• Certified in the use of respirators
• Clean parts, materials, hardware, and tooling for processing
• Install all materials and components to blueprint specifications
• Served as safety spokesman for M-16, which includes procedures, safety, audits, casting, and overall operations
• Bond subassembly for D-5 1st, 2nd, and 3rd stage nozzle assembly; finalize tooling, components for shipping, including dry fitting, grit blasting, and bonding
• Work with various calibrating tools, raw materials, and adhesives
• Weigh up materials and mixing using Ross mixers
• Have experience with hand tools
• Arrange duties to accomplish the production line demands as well as the customers
• Work well in a TEAM environment and have a good attitude with helping others
Skills:
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to work well with coworkers
• Ability to understand new ideas and concepts
• Great attitude towards safety
Achievements:
1. Launch honorary
2. Solid Contributor Awards (4)
3. Team Recognition
4. Creating Value Award
5. ATK Achievement Award (2)
References:
Gregory L. Iverson, Manager S&CP Nozzle & Tooling Operations (ATK)
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