Brandon Wilson
Detroit,MI
Summary
Highly motivated and seasoned record press operator looking to advance to more of a leadership role. Adept at maintaining a positive attitude and remaining calm under pressure. Able to locate problems and troubleshoot quickly and effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Operator
Third Man Pressing
Detroit, MI
12.2016 - Current
- Operated and maintained automated record press as well as manual presses.
- Inspected records for damage/defects, color accuracy, and flatness.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as record spindles, cooling plates, weights, resin, and packaging materials using hands, pallet jacks, and hand carts.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Operated press to achieve highest quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
Manufacturing Technician
Corning
Midland, NC
05.2012 - 04.2016
- Tested fiber optics for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Prepared standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records and productivity reports.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to eliminate clutter as well as keep track of inventory.
- Made sure that optical fiber was produced on time and of good quality.
- Set up and verified functionality of safety equipment.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Calibrated automated as well as manual machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- As team lead, prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Managed quality assurance initiatives.
Sales Associate
Hhgregg
Matthews , NC
02.2010 - 05.2012
- Prepared home theater merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate electronics (televisions, audio components, computers, and accessories) and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
Recording Studio Manager
Request Studios
Ocoee, Florida
03.2009 - 11.2009
- Oversaw recording and mixing sessions with artists/clientele.
- Maintained cleanliness and operations of recording studio gear (microphones, mixing consoles, computers, guitar amps, etc).
- Acquired new talent by going through applications/resumes and hiring best possible candidates.
Education
Associate of Arts - Recording Arts Technology
Fullsail University
Winter Park, FL02.2009
Skills
- Time Management
- Machine calibrations
- Quality control
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork
- Calm Under Pressure
- Utilizing hand tools
- Thinking Outside of the Box
- Leadership
Timeline
Press Operator
Third Man Pressing
12.2016 - Current
Manufacturing Technician
Corning
05.2012 - 04.2016
Sales Associate
Hhgregg
02.2010 - 05.2012
Recording Studio Manager
Request Studios
03.2009 - 11.2009
Associate of Arts - Recording Arts Technology
Fullsail University