ANDREA Thomas
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Qualified Machine Operator in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Personable and professional under pressure. Assembly line worker with 20+years in a large-scale manufacturing environment. Safety conscious with a strong attention to details. Assembly line production ISO certified, exceptional organizational skills. Microsoft applications skills, extremely quick learner, and customer interface expertise adheres to customer service procedures. Background in shipping and receiving, Expertise in frame preparation and quality inspection. Professional strategic thinker, Initiative to work, and independently flexible.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Operator
Kimberly-Clark
09.2023 - Current
- Operated and monitored production equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted quality control inspections, identifying and resolving issues to maintain product integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased overall operational efficiency.
- Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to changing production requirements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
Relief Operator
Pharmavite
09.2022 - 2023
- Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Handled various mechanical and technical machinery during manufacturing process.
- Measured and graded batches of raw materials to feed into production machinery.
- Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
MACHINE LEAD 1
Baxter
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Controls and understands all functions of automatedequipment within area of responsibility including but not limited to start up and shut down of machines to ensure continuous operation and constant output of products
- Handles robots in all normal production modes, troubleshoots and identify problems with robots as required
- Conducts quality control measurements within area of responsibility by ensuring equipment is operating within specified tolerances/parameters
- Trouble shoots, identifies and repair problems relatedto machine output and quality defects as they occur - Conducts planned/preventive maintenancein area of responsibility including but not limited to cleaning and inspection on all components of equipment in a safe manner
- Prepares proper documentation to support production tracking and performance of equipment
- Works with shift leaders in establishing work instructions and training materials and to achieveproduction safety/hygiene goals
- Works as a service oriented, independent worker.
MACHINE OPERATOR
INTERFACE
04.2015 - 03.2021
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
- Operated multiple fabricating machines, cutoff saws, shears and forming or spinning machines.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
LANETT05.1999
Advanced Diploma -
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
05.1999
Skills
- Microsoft Words
- Microsoft Excel
- Leadership Skills
- ASO 400
- White belt certification (LSS)
Timeline
Process Operator
Kimberly-Clark
09.2023 - Current
Relief Operator
Pharmavite
09.2022 - 2023
MACHINE LEAD 1
Baxter
09.2021 - 09.2022
MACHINE OPERATOR
INTERFACE
04.2015 - 03.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Advanced Diploma -
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY