Kirk Penrod
Graham,KY
Summary
Skilled Assembly Line Technician with experience in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting assembly line machinery. Strengths include ability to work in high-speed environments, ensure quality control, follow safety regulations and meet production targets. Previous roles involved improving operational efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions to enhance process flow. Known for problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills, contributing significantly to previous employers' productivity goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Technician
Hydrogear
Princeton, KY
10.2024 - Current
- Implemented continuous improvement strategies to enhance assembly efficiency and product quality.
- Monitored assembly equipment for proper function and performed minor repairs as needed.
- Prepared products for quality tests and packaging by closely following directions.
- Repaired defective items by replacing parts or components according to instructions provided.
- Determined work assignments and assembly procedures to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Utilized testing equipment to verify product functionality and adherence to specifications.
- Troubleshot problems during assembly process, making adjustments as needed to keep production running smoothly.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were adhered to at all times while working on the assembly line.
Host
Cheddars Stratch Kitchen
Owensboro, KY
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate customers.
- Notified server after seating parties in section to facilitate prompt service.
- Informed patrons of specialties and features.
- Answered phones promptly to record and confirm reservations.
- Helped service staff handle demand by distributing food and beverages.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
- Took reservations from patrons by phone or online.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
- Resolved customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.
Forklift Operator
WebstaurantStore
Madisonville, KY
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
Fence Installer
Penrod and sons
Greenville, KY
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Used measuring and marking equipment to measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment.
- Repaired existing fences that had been damaged by wind or other weather events.
- Planned and laid out work according to prepared sketches and blueprints.
- Attached rails and tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Attached post caps, rails, pickets, and other components with nails or screws.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions using hand tools.
- Leveled ground surfaces for installation of fencing structures.
- Dug holes for posts using augers or post hole diggers.
- Built picket fences by nailing pointed slats to rails.
Education
High School Diploma -
Muhlenberg County High School
Muhlenberg, Ky08-2024
Some College (No Degree) - AAS Of CIT
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KYSkills
- Workstation organization
- Machining operations
- Assembly processes
- Hand tools proficiency
- Adaptive learning
Affiliations
- I like to play video games
- Watch movies
- Hang out with my girlfriend
Timeline
Assembly Line Technician
Hydrogear
10.2024 - Current
Host
Cheddars Stratch Kitchen
07.2024 - 10.2024
Forklift Operator
WebstaurantStore
03.2023 - 07.2024
Fence Installer
Penrod and sons
01.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Muhlenberg County High School
Some College (No Degree) - AAS Of CIT
Madisonville Community College