Professional packaging specialist equipped to enhance product integrity and streamline operations. Proven track record in maintaining high standards and ensuring efficient, quality-driven packaging processes. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and meeting organizational goals. Skilled in operating and troubleshooting packaging machinery, adhering to safety protocols, and optimizing workflow.
Experienced with maintaining and operating packaging machinery to ensure efficient production. Utilizes skills in quality control and adherence to safety standards to maintain high product quality. Knowledge of troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Bowling Green Metalforming
Bowling Green, KY
02.2023 - Current
Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality metal components.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts.
Conducted routine inspections of welds to maintain quality standards and prevent defects.
Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and reduce downtime.
Trained new welders on safety protocols and best practices for equipment usage.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in metal forming operations.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety regulations at all times.
Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues, contributing to timely project completion and customer satisfaction.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Packaging Operator
Country Oven Bakery
Bowling Green, KY
06.2021 - 02.2023
Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
Collaborated with team members to maintain quality control standards.
Conducted regular equipment inspections to minimize downtime.
Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced packaging efficiency and accuracy.
Assisted in troubleshooting machinery malfunctions to maintain workflow continuity.
Ensured compliance with sanitation and safety regulations throughout operations.
Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
Ensured proper labeling of packages according to regulatory requirements, avoiding potential fines or product recalls due to noncompliance.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
Machine Operator
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems
Bowling Green, KY
05.2017 - 02.2021
Operated and maintained CNC machines to ensure precision in manufacturing processes.
Monitored production lines, identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
Trained new operators on machine setup, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to minimize machine downtime and improve reliability.
Conducted quality inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, reducing response time for repairs.
Documented production data accurately to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Operator
Perdue Foods
Cromwell, KY
06.2012 - 04.2015
Operated machinery to ensure efficient production and adherence to safety protocols.
Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Trained and mentored new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
Streamlined workflows by implementing process improvements, enhancing overall productivity.
Conducted quality control inspections, ensuring compliance with company standards and specifications.