Calvin Battle
Burlington,IA
Summary
Dynamic production professional with extensive experience at Tyson Foods, excelling in machine operation and quality assurance. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain high cleanliness standards. Skilled in safety management and effective team collaboration, consistently achieving optimal production outcomes while training new employees on best practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
Tyson Foods
Columbus Junction, IA
07.2016 - 11.2025
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Monitored quality control standards to maintain product consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in training new employees on safety protocols and equipment use.
Machine Operator
Nypro
Mount Pleasant, IA
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Operated and maintained injection molding machines to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and troubleshooting malfunctions promptly.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products to verify adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity levels.
Press Operator
Plastic Products Co.
West Branch, IA
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Operated injection molding machines to produce high-quality plastic components.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, minimizing downtime and enhancing efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, improving overall workflow stability.
Houseman Supervisor
Marriott
Coralville, IA
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Supervised daily operations of housekeeping staff to ensure high cleanliness standards.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and efficient cleaning techniques.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements to enhance team productivity.
Production Clerk
Goodwill Industries Of Houston
Iowa City, IA
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Operated production equipment to ensure efficient workflow and quality output.
- Sorted and organized incoming materials for optimal processing and inventory management.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the production area.
- Monitored product quality during manufacturing processes, reporting inconsistencies promptly.
Education
GED -
Illinois Community College
East Peoria, IL2006
Skills
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product packing
- Product packaging
- Heavy lifting
- Product inspection
- Product assembly
- Machine operation
- Quality assurance
- Safety management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Assembly line expertise
- Hazardous material handling
Timeline
Production Worker
Tyson Foods
07.2016 - 11.2025
Machine Operator
Nypro
07.2015 - 04.2016
Press Operator
Plastic Products Co.
07.2014 - 06.2015
Houseman Supervisor
Marriott
02.2014 - 01.2015
Production Clerk
Goodwill Industries Of Houston
08.2008 - 05.2013
GED -
Illinois Community College