Dale Murphy
Catlettsburg
Summary
At Special Metals, I excelled as a Steel Worker, where my expertise in safe equipment operation and effective project coordination significantly enhanced productivity and safety. My ability to adapt quickly and mentor junior staff showcases my strong interpersonal skills and commitment to professional growth. Achievements include reducing workplace accidents and improving team efficiency.
Professional with track record in following procedure for building heats for an electric arc furnace, in volatile condition under varying degrees of pressure. Known for strong team collaboration and delivering high-quality results. Flexible and dependable, skilled in maintaining safety standards and adapting to changing work environments. Proven abilities in problem-solving, equipment maintenance, and precision work.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Steel Worker
Special Metals
02.2008 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, contributing to overall productivity and a safe working environment.
- Followed safety guidelines to operate fork trucks, front end loaders, articulating dump trucks, and overhead cranes.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position any scrap metal or raw materials that were essential to providing the appropriate level of material to the furnace operators.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
- Provided guidance to junior team members, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and professional growth within the transportation department.
- Adaptability-Steelworkers often face changing conditions—weather, site changes, or new materials—and need to adapt quickly. Similarly, front-end development requires adaptability, as the tech landscape is always evolving.
- Physical and Mental Endurance-Steelworking often requires a high level of physical stamina and the ability to stay focused under pressure. Front-end development might not be physically demanding, but the mental endurance required to keep learning new things and troubleshoot code for hours is similar.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYSkills
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Custom Metal Component Production
- Strong Verbal and Written Skills
- Accurate Component Placement
- Accurate Load Calculations
- Compliance with Safety Standards
- Proficient in Rigging Methods
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Effective Project Coordination
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Steel Worker
Special Metals
02.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morehead State University
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