Devon Ballard
Mayfield
Summary
Dedicated to keeping manufacturing operations efficient and safe. Results-driven and focused with in-depth understanding of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Knowledgeable about health, safety and environmental practices, as well as safety gear and emergency response protocols.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Operator
Ashland
08.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to address any concerns or issues that arose during daily operations.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
- Ensured proper labeling of packages according to regulatory requirements, avoiding potential fines or product recalls due to noncompliance.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during packaging operations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing streamlined packaging processes and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved packaging equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining productivity levels.
Processing Operator
Saputo Dairy Foods
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Perform PM work on valves, valve clusters, and pumps.
- Pull milk/cream from silos and discharge them into the appropriate tanks while accurately metering the product in gal/min.
- Followed company safety protocols and procedures, helping to reduce workplace injuries.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Safely and effectively unload commodity trucks.
- Complete CIP process every 48 hours to allow production to resume with clean equipment, machines, and line circuits.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols for handling chemcas and PPE requirements.
Line Operator
Pella Windows
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for raw materials, work in process and finished products.
- Used hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished products.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
- Observed machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Line Operator
Briggs & Stratton
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Maximized production quality by inspecting, calibrating and adjusting equipment to stay within optimal operational parameters.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Mayfield Creek Christian Academy
05.2017
Skills
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Electronic Information Systems
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- PPE Compliance
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Following Instructions
- Safe Machine Operation
- Punctual and Dependable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Packaging Operator
Ashland
08.2023 - Current
Processing Operator
Saputo Dairy Foods
06.2021 - 08.2023
Line Operator
Pella Windows
03.2019 - 06.2021
Line Operator
Briggs & Stratton
11.2018 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Mayfield Creek Christian Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
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