BUFFY HINES
Goodland,IN
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in assembly line operations and quality control. Known for meticulous attention to detail and commitment to safety, contributing to streamlined processes and high-quality outputs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Blow Mold Technician
Timewell Tile
Remington, IN
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Maintained accurate records of production output and machine performance metrics.
- Followed established protocols for material handling and waste reduction practices.
- Operated blow molding machines to produce high-quality tile products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Supported quality control initiatives by ensuring proper calibration of measuring tools and equipment.
- Sustained an organized workspace for increased efficiency during mold setup and changeovers.
Machine Operator
Premium Waters
Greeneville, TN
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated bottling machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Monitored quality control processes to maintain product standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Recorded production data accurately for reporting and analysis.
- Adjusted machine settings based on operational requirements and specifications.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
Assembly Line Worker
HUF
Greeneville, TN
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assembled components efficiently following production schedules and quality standards.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations to promote safety and efficiency.
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
Morristown, TN
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized Walmart's online platform to efficiently manage and fulfill customer orders.
- Collaborated with store associates to ensure product availability and accurate order fulfillment.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Reviews orders prior to pick up for accuracy and purchase-by dates.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
Assembler
Easton
Monticello, IN
07.2013 - 04.2023
- Assembled components according to specifications, ensuring quality and efficiency in production processes.
- Inspected finished products for defects, maintaining high-quality standards throughout assembly process.
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and blueprints for each project.
- Streamlined assembly processes, leading to increased productivity.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Informatics
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN05-2013
Skills
- Product inspection
- Maintenance and troubleshooting
- Injection molding
- Blow mold expertise
- Preventative maintenance
- Machine operation
- Problem-solving
- Material handling
- Computer skills
- Assembly and production
- Power and hand tools
- Machine maintenance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Quality control
- Shipping and labeling
- Assembly procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Product assembly
- Visual inspection
- Fusing, cutting, and measuring tools experience
- Raw materials handling
- Product picking
Timeline
Blow Mold Technician
Timewell Tile
12.2025 - 02.2026
Machine Operator
Premium Waters
05.2025 - 10.2025
Assembly Line Worker
HUF
08.2024 - 05.2025
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
08.2023 - 08.2024
Assembler
Easton
07.2013 - 04.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Informatics
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
History
These last 3 years I have also been a full time caregiver to my husband.
I now have the ability to focus and have longevity at my employment.