April Snowden
Germantown,MD
Summary
Initiative-taking and enthusiastic worker with strong experience in Quarry Construction. Specifically, Plant Operation bringing forth a proven history of achievement and collaboration. Confident hardworking and committed to seeing results in whatever position I am in. Resolute and dedicated to finding a place that will benefit from my strong skill set and energetic drive. Willing to relocate to: Washington, DC – Germantown, MD – Gaithersburg, MD Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Professional plant operations expert, well-prepared for roles in industrial environments. Known for maintaining operational efficiency and adhering to safety standards. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, while adapting to dynamic work conditions. Skilled in machinery operation, process optimization, and safety management.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
Laurel Hill Quarry
Woodsboro, MD
02.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
Gaithersburg, MD
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Services:
- Keeping track of medical appointments
- Managing medications
- Meal planning and food preparation
- Transportation to doctor’s appointments
- Assisting patients with getting dressed, bathing, and brushing teeth.
Primary Plant Operator
Aggregate Industries
Rockville, MD
10.2004 - 09.2020
- Professional Plant Operator with sixteen solid years of experience
- Responsible for the daily start up process and monitoring of tools and equipment, including crusher lube pump, dust collector, magnet, dust fan, water tank valve, conveyors, dust suppressor, and others.
- Knowledgeable in operating and maintenance of plant equipment, including (but not limited to)
- Hoe arm
- Gyratory crusher
- Screens, conveyors
- Motor fans
- Water tanks
- Dust fans, and Dust collectors.
- Proficient in coordinating and working with maintenance staff for process efficiency and goal achievements.
- Competent in identifying opportunities for process and operational improvement, resulting in enhanced productivity and cost savings.
- Performed daily safety logs and daily short interval control, as well as relayed hourly tonnage and truck count to pit team.
Base 8 Operator/Mobile 8 Operator
Aggregate Industries
Rockville, MD
06.2007 - 01.2012
- Addressed all problems in the plant, including beating bins, overriding, and unplugging chutes, and watching screens for overloading.
- Maintained cleanliness of areas from Primary to Base 8 with UT4, Backhoe and Skid Steer.
- Worked closely with Maintenance Laborers in providing support and cleanup to Maintenance Personnel and completing other jobs.
Personal Shopper - Warehouse Employee
Peapod
Gaithersburg, MD
01.2001 - 09.2004
- Performed appropriate pick scans on products.
- Selected grocery products quickly and accurately to fulfill computerized customer orders.
- Visually checked product quality and freshness.
- Packed groceries directly into cardboard boxes or grocery bags.
- Possessed a high energy level with stamina to execute tasks
- Multi-tasked when appropriate to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
Education
High school diploma -
Seneca High School
Germantown, MDUpper secondary education - undefined
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Skills
Working on construction projects
Backhoe operation
Landscape Maintenance
Outdoor work
Manufacturing facility
Construction
English
Workplace health and safety
Regulatory compliance
Maintenance
Manual handling
Home Care
Conveyor systems
Senior Care
Groundskeeping
Caterpillar
Small equipment operator
Skid loader
Small utility loader
Loader Operation
Heavy Equipment Operation
Assembly
Construction management
Excavation equipment operator experience
Leadership
Landscaping
Mechanical knowledge
Training & development
Construction machinery maintenance
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Heavy lifting
Organizational skills
Caregiving
Communication skills
Excavator operator
Certification
- Driver's License
- MSHA Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Plant Operator
Laurel Hill Quarry
02.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
12.2020 - 02.2021
Base 8 Operator/Mobile 8 Operator
Aggregate Industries
06.2007 - 01.2012
Primary Plant Operator
Aggregate Industries
10.2004 - 09.2020
Personal Shopper - Warehouse Employee
Peapod
01.2001 - 09.2004
Upper secondary education - undefined
High school diploma or GED - undefined
High school diploma -
Seneca High School