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Joshua Dawson

Hawesville

Summary

Results-driven Production Technician with extensive experience at Waupaka Foundry, specializing in equipment maintenance and quality control. Successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at troubleshooting technical issues and fostering team communication to achieve production goals while ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Technician

Waupaka Foundry
Tell City
06.2017 - Current
  • Safely operated forklift to transport materials around facility.
  • Communicated regularly with team members regarding progress and updates on tasks assigned.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Reported any nonconformities or discrepancies in product quality to supervisors.
  • Maintained machines by performing inspections and troubleshooting problems with equipment.
  • Reported and documented unsafe conditions and faulty equipment.
  • Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Identified potential areas of improvement within existing processes and recommended solutions accordingly.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting issues related to production machinery.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
  • Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventive maintenance.
  • Assisted in the set-up and operation of production equipment.
  • Documented and reported equipment malfunctions and production incidents to management for further action.
  • Separated scrap or waste materials for recycling, reuse or environmentally sound disposal.
  • Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Performed production adjustments for quality and productivity.
  • Inspected machinery and equipment to quickly diagnose malfunctions.
  • Monitored production processes and adjusted equipment settings to maintain product quality standards.

Production Safety Technician

Daicel Safety Systems America
Beaver Dam
06.2014 - 10.2015
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
  • Troubleshot technical issues that arose during assembly process.
  • Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  • Utilized computer software programs to record details related to production process.
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
  • Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
  • Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery used in the production line.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Education

GED -

Daviess County High School
Owensboro, KY
01-2002

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Quality control
  • Lean manufacturing

Timeline

Production Technician

Waupaka Foundry
06.2017 - Current

Production Safety Technician

Daicel Safety Systems America
06.2014 - 10.2015

GED -

Daviess County High School

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