Alan Onder
MEDARYVILLE
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in quality control and machine troubleshooting. Known for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and fostering team collaboration to achieve production goals. Detail-oriented machine operator with robust skills in quality control and safety compliance. Proven ability to monitor production processes and troubleshoot equipment issues, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety standards. Dedicated machine operator experienced in maintaining equipment and collaborating with teams to resolve operational challenges. Strong communicator with a focus on quality assurance and safety, committed to contributing innovative solutions that enhance production efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator/Laborer
metal fab engineering
Winamac
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Monitored production lines for quality control and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize risks during machine operation tasks.
- Documented production activities and reported any discrepancies to supervisors.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- 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.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Operated machinery for metal fabrication processes in production line.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance before shipment preparation.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
Emergency Medical Technician
Med One Mobile
Knox
03.2017 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to stabilize patients during transport.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
- Documented patient information and treatment details accurately.
- Educated patients and families on medical procedures and care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions and determined appropriate interventions swiftly.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and hospital staff during emergencies.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients while transporting them to their destination.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to ensure quality of care for all patients.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Frito Lay
Frankfort
04.2014 - 08.2017
- Operated forklifts to transport products within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment for safe operation.
- Monitored loading docks to ensure timely and accurate shipments.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
- Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Staged goods in loading dock area.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Utilized radio frequency scanners for tracking material movement throughout the warehouse.
- Inspected material handling equipment for defects prior to use.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
CNC Machinist
Fairfield Manufacturing
Lafayette
1996 - 2002
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts per specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for machining processes.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and adjustments.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols in machining operations.
- Managed tool changes and setups for different machining tasks.
- Monitored machine performance and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Trained new employees on CNC operation and safety procedures.
- Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.
- Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
- Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
- Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in the CNC machinery when necessary.
- Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
- Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
- Test completed workpieces for quality control purposes prior to shipment.
- Adhered closely to equipment safety practices to reduce accidents.
- Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values.
- Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance activities on assigned machines; document results accordingly.
- Modify programs according to customer requests and specifications; review all changes before implementation.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
- Document all repair activities including parts used and labor hours expended.
- Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning and grinding.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
- Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
- Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
- Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
- Monitored machine operation to detect any malfunctions or deviations from expected performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer Central High School
Rensselaer, IN06-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Ivy Tech Community College.
Lafayette, INSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- CNC operation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Machine troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Machine Operator/Laborer
metal fab engineering
09.2023 - 12.2025
Emergency Medical Technician
Med One Mobile
03.2017 - 07.2023
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Frito Lay
04.2014 - 08.2017
CNC Machinist
Fairfield Manufacturing
1996 - 2002
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Ivy Tech Community College.