BENJAMIN CUNNINGHAM
Prairie,MS
Summary
Experienced in technical and professional roles, I am well-prepared for advanced assembly positions. With a strong background in component assembly and troubleshooting, I bring valuable hands-on experience to the table. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a track record of improving production quality and efficiency by paying close attention to detail and utilizing problem-solving skills. As a reliable team collaborator, I adapt to changing demands and fully commit to achieving high-performance standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Builder
Yokohama
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Building Tires: Attaching rubber treads to tire casings, filling holes with hot rubber, and fitting inner tubes
- Inspecting tires: Checking for cracks, cuts, and nail holes to determine if a tire can be retreaded
- Starting rollers: Starting rollers that bond the tread and plies as the drums rotate
- Optimized inventory management, leading to reduced downtime and increased productivity in the tire-building process.
- Displayed strong organizational skills in managing work area, keeping tools and equipment clean and readily accessible for efficient use during tire building tasks.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by attending industry workshops and seminars, and staying current on best practices in tire manufacturing.
- Collaborated with colleagues to troubleshoot any issues during the production process, quickly resolving problems to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with the engineering team to design and develop new tire models, resulting in innovative products with improved performance.
- Completed inspections and managed scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software systems implemented within the production process, minimizing any disruption to workflow efficiency as a result of technological changes.
- Expedited project completion by managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Streamlined production processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing new procedures accordingly.
Team Leader
MTD Aircap
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted production schedules.
- Operated and maintained variety of hand and power tools and assembled and repaired large mechanical units.
- Operating machinery to cut and weld metal parts
- Managing inventory
- Performing basic maintenance on production equipment
- Adhering to safety protocols throughout the manufacturing process
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
05.2005
Skills
- Quality control inspection
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Hand and power tool use
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Material Handling
- Materials knowledge
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Tire Builder
Yokohama
01.2017 - 01.2023
Team Leader
MTD Aircap
01.2006 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
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