Benjamin Lockman
Statesville,NC
Summary
Resourceful professional in manufacturing and production environments known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in machinery operation, quality assurance, and safety protocols. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations and consistent output. Committed to maintaining workplace safety and meeting production targets through effective communication and organizational skills. Resourceful Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in machinery operation, quality control, and safety procedures. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and project success. Organized Operator provides strong organizational and analytical skills. Specialized expertise in data management, analysis and communication. Thorough understanding of government mandates that dictate workplace safety enforcement. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sintering Operator
Keystone Powdered Metal
Troutman, N.C.
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
- Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
- Reported any discrepancies or abnormalities in the production process immediately to supervisor.
- Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Center Store Lead
Food Lion
Statesville, NC
10.2016 - 06.2023
- Assisted in training new staff on store policies and procedures.
- Managed the daily operations of the center store department, including stocking shelves and ordering merchandise.
- Ensured all products were properly labeled and priced accurately.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by adhering to health codes and safety regulations.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and addressing special requests in a timely manner.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock was available for customers.
- Processed shipments promptly upon receipt while verifying orders against invoices for accuracy.
- Reviewed employee performance regularly providing feedback and coaching as needed.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers efficiently and professionally.
- Supervised team members' activities during shifts providing guidance when necessary.
- Inspected product quality prior to stocking shelves or displaying them in the showroom.
- Coached and trained stock crew personnel to help each person better understand job responsibilities.
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move items and followed company's inventory control processes.
- Inspected store shelves to verify inventory levels and record low-stock items.
- Welcomed store patrons pleasantly and assisted with finding desired products.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Applebee'ss
Sterling, IL
08.2011 - 09.2016
- Whiteside
- Protected customers by consistently using correct cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Minimized waste and produced consistent results by memorizing recipes, portion sizes, and plating techniques
- Kept stations clean by removing spills and disposing of leftover food
- Covered kitchen needs at any station, filling in for absent team members, and bringing cooks up to speed.
- Produced consistent dish quality using established recipes and cooking expertise
- Protected foods from spoilage with proper storage and stock rotation
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
- Minimized risk of food contamination by keeping preparation and serving areas clean and sanitized.
- Stayed busy at all times, efficiently handling rushes and using slow periods to clean, prep ingredients, and restock supplies.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
Center Store Lead
Food Lion
Statesville, N.C.
07.2003 - 08.2011
- Assisted in training new staff on store policies and procedures.
- Managed the daily operations of the center store department, including stocking shelves and ordering merchandise.
- Ensured all products were properly labeled and priced accurately.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by adhering to health codes and safety regulations.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and addressing special requests in a timely manner.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock was available for customers.
- Processed shipments promptly upon receipt while verifying orders against invoices for accuracy.
- Reviewed employee performance regularly providing feedback and coaching as needed.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers efficiently and professionally.
- Supervised team members' activities during shifts providing guidance when necessary.
- Inspected product quality prior to stocking shelves or displaying them in the showroom.
- Coached and trained stock crew personnel to help each person better understand job responsibilities.
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move items and followed company's inventory control processes.
- Inspected store shelves to verify inventory levels and record low-stock items.
- Welcomed store patrons pleasantly and assisted with finding desired products.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
Roofer/Framer
Under One Roof
Statesville, NC
06.1997 - 07.2003
- 1
- Responsible for setting up roof for the current work day, including applying any materials to the roof of homes or buildings being worked on for the current day.
- 2
- Making necessary measurements to ensure materials applied to the homes were correctly measured out to prevent any over or underuse of products.
- 3
- Roofing the home with the use of nail guns and setting up and using the necessary machinery.
- 4
- Doing final inspections at the end of the workday to ensure there are no mistakes, such as poorly completed work.
- 5
- Ensuring proper OSHA work practices were followed, given the nature of any danger that may be present due to improper or irresponsible work practices.
- 6
- Going over blueprints, if necessary, to ensure that the roof is built to code, to prevent possible damage to the home from improperly followed guidelines.
Education
GED -
Mitchell Community College/G.E.D. Website Program
Statesville, NC08-2023
Skills
- Product merchandising
- Employee training
- Planning Quality assurance
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking Coordination
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Mentoring
- Retail Management
- Recruiting
- Management
- Problem-solving
- Team Work
- Supervising Experience
- Food Safety
- Planograms
- Leadership
- Interviewing Flexibility
- Reliability
- Sales
- Shipping & receiving
- Continuous improvement
- Equipment Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Tool operation
- Production work
- Issue Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Production procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Hand and Foot Coordination
- Plant Safety
- Efficient multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Loading and unloading
- Flexible Schedule
- Roofing
- Data Entry
- Valid Driver's License
- Materials Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Residential construction
- Continuous Improvement
Work style: Reliability - Expert
- March 2022
- Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work
- Full results: Expert
Mechanical knowledge — Familiar
- May 2022
- Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes
- Full results: Familiar
Warehouse associate — Highly Proficient
- March 2022
- Assesses the tendencies that are important for success in warehouse roles
- Full results: Highly Proficient
Manufacturing fit — Proficient
- March 2022
- Measures the traits that are important for success in manufacturing roles
- Full results: Proficient
Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Familiar
- June 2021
- Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions
- Full results: Familiar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sintering Operator
Keystone Powdered Metal
06.2023 - Current
Center Store Lead
Food Lion
10.2016 - 06.2023
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Applebee'ss
08.2011 - 09.2016
Center Store Lead
Food Lion
07.2003 - 08.2011
Roofer/Framer
Under One Roof
06.1997 - 07.2003
GED -
Mitchell Community College/G.E.D. Website Program
Similar Profiles
Bobby WittBobby Witt
Sort And Pack Quality Control Engineer at Keystone Powdered Metal CompanySort And Pack Quality Control Engineer at Keystone Powdered Metal Company
JoAnn MooreJoAnn Moore
Package Sorter at Keystone Powdered MetalPackage Sorter at Keystone Powdered Metal
Steven GyovaiSteven Gyovai
Setup Technician at Chicago Powdered Metal ProductsSetup Technician at Chicago Powdered Metal Products