Amidee Edwards
Chillicothe
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Automation Technician/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Sofidel
Circleville
01.2022 - Current
- Manually operated automated machinery with an HMI to ensure production processes stayed consistent.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and implemented effective solutions.
- Operated forklifts safely in fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and line areas.
- Inspected forklifts daily to ensure proper working condition.
- Assisted team with inventory management and stock organization.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free workplace.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline loading processes.
- Trained new operators on safe forklift operation practices.
- Assisted in training new technicians on automation systems and workflows.
Cardboard corrugation machine
Georgia-Pacific
Circleville
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated corrugator machine to produce various paperboard products.
- Monitored production quality and adjusted settings as needed.
- Collaborated with team to maintain efficient workflow on production line.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding production issues and needs.
- Operated corrugator machine to produce cardboard boxes of various sizes and shapes.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Maintenance Technician
Mikes Landscaping and Design
Tarlton
04.2015 - 04.2020
- Performed routine maintenance on landscaping equipment and tools.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented timely repairs.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported equipment conditions to management.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
Welder
Wasserstrom
Columbus
10.2010 - 02.2015
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Assembled and installed metal structures according to engineering specifications.
- Operated welding equipment and ensured proper maintenance for optimal performance.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Education
Circleville High School
Circleville, OHSkills
- Automated machinery operation
- Troubleshooting mechanical issues
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Forklift operation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Sensor technology
- Machine maintenance
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Blueprint reading
- Parts fabrication
- Layout and fitting
Timeline
Automation Technician/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Sofidel
01.2022 - Current
Cardboard corrugation machine
Georgia-Pacific
05.2020 - 01.2022
Maintenance Technician
Mikes Landscaping and Design
04.2015 - 04.2020
Welder
Wasserstrom
10.2010 - 02.2015
Circleville High School