Andrew Smith
Willard,NC
Summary
Safety-conscious Plant Operator possessing in-depth knowledge of quality assurance protocols, waste management, and equipment maintenance. Offering several years of experience performing a wide variety of tasks to verify efficient operations. Strong troubleshooter recognized for quickly detecting problems and immediately taking corrective action.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
Hood Container
Burgaw, North Carolina
04.2023 - Current
- Loaded raw materials into machines for optimal production flow.
- Adjusted machine settings to meet product specifications and quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth production processes.
- Trained new operators on machine functions and safety protocols.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
- Inspected finished products for defects and ensured compliance with quality guidelines.
- Documented production data and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
Education
GED -
CCRI
Warwick, RI07-2006
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality inspection
- Assembly procedures
- Specification compliance
- Safety compliance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Shipping and labeling
- Materials management
- Inventory management
- Manufacturing experience
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Data documentation
- Power and hand tools
Certification
- Forklift Certified, Hood Container, 2025
- AED/First Aid/CPR Certified, American Red Cross, 6/15/26
Timeline
Machine Operator
Hood Container
04.2023 - Current
GED -
CCRI