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Cody Kistler

Terre Haute

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in heavy equipment operation and electrical troubleshooting, notably at Steel Dynamics. Proven leadership in managing teams and driving continuous improvement in automated systems. Skilled in Yaskawa Motoman robot programming and PLCs, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Crane Operator

Steel Dynamics
Terre Haute
09.2024 - Current
  • Safety first culture everyday, I am "my brothers keeper."
  • Loading / Unloading steel coil continuous galvanizing line with coils in excess of 45,000lbs.
  • Operation of remote bridge crane, forklift, telehandler, as well as other heavy equipment.
  • Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
  • Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.

Robotics and Automation Technician

North American Lighting
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose automated manufacturing assembly equipment
  • Electrical troubleshooting 12/24v DC systems, and 120/240/480v AC systems
  • Yaskawa Motoman robot programming
  • Ladder logic PLC programming, Mitsubishi PLC
  • Keyence automation sensors and machine vision technology, Cognex camera and scanners
  • Continuous improvement of assembly equipment

Manager

Crew Carwash
  • Oversee day to day operations of a high volume wash tunnel
  • Daily repairs and preventative maintenance on wash equipment
  • Wash detergent chemistry
  • TunnelWatch, DRB, Sitewatch experience
  • Encourage and lead a team of young employees to live out our vision and mission everyday through every interaction with guests

Five Guys

General Manager
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
  • Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
  • Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.

Education

Diploma -

Terre Haute South Vigo High School
Terre Haute, IN
06.2018

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Yaskawa Motoman robot programming
  • Keyence and Cognex scanners and sensors

Timeline

Crane Operator

Steel Dynamics
09.2024 - Current

Robotics and Automation Technician

North American Lighting
10.2022 - 09.2024

Manager

Crew Carwash

Five Guys

General Manager

Diploma -

Terre Haute South Vigo High School

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