Keith Oden

• Facilitated high-level negotiations with Management, securing beneficial agreements for all parties involved.
• Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails, and documents with minimal supervision.
• Drove organizational success by developing sustainable long-term plans and goals aligned with overall performance.
• Supervise the committee to ensure that the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) are upheld by both management and Union members.
• Be accessible to the membership to address all pertinent issues. Maintain professionalism at all times while actively listening to concerns and identifying the underlying matters that require resolution.

• Negotiated provisions that uphold the interests of Skilled Trades while safeguarding the integrity and value of the craft.
• Conducted reviews of comparable defense contracts to facilitate negotiations concerning wages and to substantiate the necessity of skilled trades in order to reduce the outsourcing of work.
• Developed proposals that incorporate enhanced tasks, such as 3D printing, and promote the advancement of current employees to skilled trades positions through appropriate training and development programs.

• Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
• Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
• Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
• Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.

Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills isolating root causes system malfunctions accurately quickly.

Performed welding tasks as needed to repair damaged sections or fabricate new components for custom installations.

Collaborated closely with other Skilled Trades to complete complex repairs within tight deadlines, maximizing customer satisfaction.

Contributed to a safer working environment by maintaining compliance with industry regulations and company safety standards.

Communicated effectively with managers providing clear explanations about required repairs.