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Brent McKinley

Summary

Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in machine operation, setup, and maintenance. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs. Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Anne McKinley
09.2021 - Current
  • Assisted client with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Monitored expenses closely, maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to financial records.

Robotic Operator

Vestas Blades America
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Operation of automated blade paint system and control room
  • Transportation of blades to clean room
  • Repairing, cleaning, and prepping blades for paint
  • Maintaining and ordering base, hardener, and solvent
  • Cleaning of robots, spray nozzles, and perform beaker and spray test
  • Set active computers and robots programs for blade painting
  • Monitoring of all systems during blade painting
  • Perform inspection of blade during curing
  • Transportation of blade to final

Blades Operator

Vestas Blades America
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • Performed finish blades duties
  • Operation of pneumatic tools to perform sanding, grinding,and cutting of blades
  • Structural and non-structural materials certification
  • Composite, epoxy and resin vacuum bagging
  • Blueprint reading certification
  • Confined space certification
  • Forklift and crane safety
  • Followed standard operating procedures, 5s and quality standards

Production Supervisor

Big Shot Bikes Company
12.2010 - 01.2016
  • Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
  • Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
  • Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.

Machine Operator

Allegro Coffee
12.2009 - 12.2010
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
  • Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.

Machine Operator

Celestial Seasonings
10.2002 - 12.2009
  • Certification running double packaging, tea bagging, over wrapping, and case packing machines.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.

Education

Sociology -

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

Undecided -

Southern Union
Opelika, AL

Undecided -

Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL

High School Diploma -

Grissom High School
Huntsville, AL

Skills

  • Machinery operation
  • Assembly and production
  • Strong work ethic
  • Good communication
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Wind Turbine Technician Certification – Global Wind Organization.
  • Forklift Operation Certification – Occupational Safety & Health Administration or equivalent providers.
  • Basic Plus Safety Training – Industrial Safety Training Council.
  • Confined Space Entry and Rescue Certification – National Fire Protection Association or equivalent safety organizations.

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Whitewater Kayaking
  • Snowboarding
  • Downhill Mountain Biking
  • Adventure Travel
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Soccer

Timeline

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Anne McKinley
09.2021 - Current

Robotic Operator

Vestas Blades America
08.2019 - 01.2021

Blades Operator

Vestas Blades America
11.2018 - 08.2019

Production Supervisor

Big Shot Bikes Company
12.2010 - 01.2016

Machine Operator

Allegro Coffee
12.2009 - 12.2010

Machine Operator

Celestial Seasonings
10.2002 - 12.2009

Undecided -

Southern Union

Undecided -

Calhoun Community College

Sociology -

Auburn University

High School Diploma -

Grissom High School

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