David Friendshuh
Coon Rapids,MN
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record at Smurfit Westrock, excelling in troubleshooting and production monitoring. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and reliability while ensuring quality assurance and safety compliance. Adept at fostering teamwork and effectively managing equipment operations to enhance productivity and achieve project goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Backtender
Smurfit Westrock
09.2007 - 09.2025
- Followed safety precautions and startup and shutdown procedures.
- Maintained spirit of teamwork and productivity among fellow employees.
- Monitored machine operations and fixed minor malfunctions.
- Reported to shift supervisor regarding issues related to machines, products or department operations.
- Evaluated final products to verify compliance with work orders and detect defects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Bent, twisted and turned while lifting weights up to 50 pounds.
Framing Carpenter
TLP Frame-Up
06.2001 - 09.2007
- Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Norwood Young America, MN06.1998
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment operation
- Problem-solving
- Production monitoring
- Safety inspection
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Quality assurance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Self motivation
- Reliability
Timeline
Backtender
Smurfit Westrock
09.2007 - 09.2025
Framing Carpenter
TLP Frame-Up
06.2001 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Central High School