Brandon Sanchez
Moses Lake
Summary
Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Machine Operator
Simplot
Moses Lake
08.2024 - Current
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Technical ability to operate a computer
Operator
SGL Carbon
Moses Lake
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitoring HCN levels during various tasks when and around ovens & during shut downs, cleaning within the equipment.
- Entering data into MES
- Reviewing run sheets
- Changing chemical totes depending on product specifications
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Molding Machine Operator/ shakeout operator
D&L Foundry
Moses Lake
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Troubleshoot problems with machinery, diagnose causes of machine failure and determine corrective actions.
- Replace worn components with new parts using hand tools or power tools as required.
- Conduct regular inspections of molds for wear or damage before starting a job run.
- Inspect finished products for animperfections or flaws that may have occurred during the manufacturing process.
- Used shovels and machines to pour sand into melting pots or furnaces.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Hang new sand as needed
- Fill additive clay as needed
- Add parts onto baskets from hot chain
- Help manipulator when shakeout is complete
Purée process operator
Svz
Othello
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of fruits needed for each production batch.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Collecting samples
- Ensuring product color, moisture and sugar levels are within customer specifications.
Laborer
Miers construction
Moses Lake
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Repaired damaged drywall sections including taping joints and applying texture coats as needed.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
Education
Saddle Mountain
Othello, WashingtonSkills
- Machine operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Data entry systems
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Good communication
- Computer skills
- Forklift certification
- Bobcat operations
- HCN air quality control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Machine Operator
Simplot
08.2024 - Current
Operator
SGL Carbon
08.2023 - 07.2024
Molding Machine Operator/ shakeout operator
D&L Foundry
09.2022 - 08.2023
Purée process operator
Svz
10.2021 - 07.2022
Laborer
Miers construction
04.2021 - 09.2021
Saddle Mountain