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Overview
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Education
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BRENT COLE

Ft. Wayne,IN

Summary

Dedicated employee with experience keeping machines operating and producing specification-compliant manufacturing products. Background includes working alone or with skilled groups to monitor and maximize work quality. Dependable and hardworking with strong attention to detail. Enthusiastic dedicated eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of 5S and training in leadership. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any industry.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machine Operator

Linamar
1200 Power Drive Auburn, IN
12.2020 - Current

Cross trained how to operate Mazaak,Toyoda, Matsuura CNC machines in CNC Zerv, Bosello X-Ray, Zerv X-Ray, Shotblast, Ford axletubes, Safe launch inspection,G-

  • Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for automotive applications.
  • Monitored equipment performance, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to safety standards.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.

Shipping

Manpower Employment Agency
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Worked for Vera Bradley as temp for few month assignments at time. Used scanning system on orders and filled accordingly in shipping and increased to 3 other departments Walk back,E-commerce, shipping,

Manufacturing Technician

80/20
07.2018 - 07.2019

Cross trained on HAAS 400, Brothers TC32B, and Brothers, SPEEDIO 650 CNC machines, set-ups, blueprints, interchanged tools on fixture and clamp molds for one year.

  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Developed and enhanced personnel work instructions to clear up confusion and boost performance

Team Lead/Die Setter

Press Seal Gasket
03.1999 - 04.2018
  • Team leader of 5 employees for 19 years. Set up/un-install rubber injection molds, plates 2-5 plate molds into U.S. Machinery1 & 2, DESMA and Reps, compression presses. Trained new employees and ensured rubber, clamps,steel rings stock was on hand with propane forklift, walk behind, stand up, or pallet jack.
  • Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts and team activities

Customer Service/ Manager

K-Mart Store/ Little Caesar
09.1995 - 12.1998

Customer service in garden shop as well as Little Caesars Dept inside Big K Mart store. I started as pizza maker than grew to shift leader than a manager, scheduling, inventory, food prep, daily goal/sales of Little Caesars pizza Express

  • Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
  • Processed accurate credit, debit, check and cash sales transactions for more than 100 customer orders per day
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
  • Managed efficient cash register operations, including scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts
  • Increased business sales utilizing product specials and hourly announcements

Education

GED -

Anthis Career Center
1200 S. Barr St., Ft. Wayne,IN, 46805
08-1991

Skills

  • Safety and compliance
  • Operations support
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Power and Hand Tools
  • Machine Operation
  • Equipment operation
  • CNC Machines
  • Machining and Production Standards
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Modifications and Adjustments
  • Manufacturing
  • Worksite safety
  • OSHA guidelines
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material loading and unloading

Certification

  • Entrepreneurial leadership Training St. Francis School of Keith Busse-December 2016
  • DESMA Operator Training - January 2016

Additional Information

Contact: Cell# 260-210-4403, Home# 260-999-4054, E-Mail : bcole3658@Gmail.com

Timeline

Machine Operator

Linamar
12.2020 - Current

Shipping

Manpower Employment Agency
11.2019 - 09.2020

Manufacturing Technician

80/20
07.2018 - 07.2019

Team Lead/Die Setter

Press Seal Gasket
03.1999 - 04.2018

Customer Service/ Manager

K-Mart Store/ Little Caesar
09.1995 - 12.1998

GED -

Anthis Career Center
BRENT COLE