Open To Work
Adam Milestone
Summary
Dedicated Machine Operator experienced in maintaining optimal equipment performance to ensure high-quality production. Achieved efficiency through effective defect resolution and diligent maintenance practices. Focused on safety and cleanliness while operating various machinery and conducting inspections.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator, Forklift Operator
Lynch Aluminum
Peoria, IL
05.2019 - 04.2026
- Operated machinery for aluminum production and processing tasks.
- Monitored equipment to ensure safety and efficiency during operations.
- Maintained quality control standards by inspecting finished products.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and communication efficiency.
- Troubleshot minor machine issues to minimize downtime during operations.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety and equipment use protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to uphold machinery performance standards.
- Documented production data accurately for reporting and analysis purposes.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Conducted daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action.
- Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
- Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
- Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
- Operated forklifts to move materials throughout the Lynch Aluminum facility.
- Conducted routine inspections on forklift equipment to maintain safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient material handling processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of aluminum supplies and finished goods.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operations and procedures.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize risks during material transportation tasks.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow and equipment issues.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
Assistant Manager
Pizza Ranch Buffet
Peoria, Illinois
05.2016 - 05.2019
- Supervised daily operations in fast-paced buffet environment.
- Managed staff scheduling and training for optimal performance.
- Streamlined inventory management and supply ordering processes for efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations consistently.
- Improved customer service experience by providing targeted staff support and training.
- Contributed to promotional strategies that increased customer engagement.
- Monitored food quality and presentation standards regularly.
- Facilitated communication between management and team members effectively.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies.
- Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Lincoln Trail College
Ana, IL 08.1996 - 05.1999
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Forklift operation
- Machine maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine troubleshooting
- Production equipment experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Quality control
- Quality assurance controls
- Safety compliance
- Workplace safety
- Preventive Maintenance
- Operations support
- Production preparation
- Process optimization
- Inventory management
- Materials management
- Shipping and labeling
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Assembly and production
- Machining and production standards
- Manual machining
- Tooling selection
- Precision measurement
- Order reading
- Modifications and adjustments
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership development
- Heavy lifting
- OSHA
- Supply chain management
- Supply chain distribution
- Production timeline management
- Machinery cleaning
- Basic math
- Mechanical aptitude
- Shipping and labeling
- Manufacturing
- Production equipment experience
- Heavy lifting
- Materials management
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Safety compliance
- Supply chain distribution
Certification
Certified forklift operator
Accomplishments
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Valedictorian
Speaker at Graduation
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$25/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Machine Operator, Forklift Operator
Lynch Aluminum
05.2019 - 04.2026
Assistant Manager
Pizza Ranch Buffet
05.2016 - 05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Lincoln Trail College
08.1996 - 05.1999