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Carl Willis

McDonough,GA

Summary

My goal is to maintain and improve a high standard of safe and quality work while improving and excelling in my field of expertise. I am a very hard working self starting individual. With given the chance to work for you I will show dedication and respect for the brand I represent by producing a safe and quality  product . Im also a out going and easy person to work with who is willing to do what ever it takes for my peers to ensure qulity in our products.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Publix Warehouse
Dacula, GA
04.2022 - Current
  • Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
  • Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
  • Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
  • Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
  • Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
  • Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
  • Fluent in S.A.P( inventory and data system)
  • Certified B Technician through TTS certification
  • Arc flash certified
  • Full understanding of ladder logic
  • Full understanding of circuit schismatic trouble shooting up to 10 rungs

Lead Operator

Fortress Nutrition
Milwaukee, WI
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
  • Extended life of equipment and maintained consistent performance with regular cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems
  • Thoroughly documented all plant activities in logs and detailed concerns and issues prior to distributing reports to supervisors.
  • Performed safety checks on machines, including production and packaging .
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements .
  • Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance.

Lead of Production

Natures Path
Sussex, WI
10.2016 - 08.2020
  • Handled production line documentation requirements, including waste, downtime and output.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Labeled components and monitored use to keep accurate records.
  • Trained new employees in assembly skills to improve team production levels.
  • Enhanced team performance with smooth distribution of needed supplies and subassemblies to each member.
  • Produced at least 1800 lbs/HR of product per hour by leveraging strong technical knowledge and electrical background to work quickly.

Baking and Processing operator

Baptistas bakery
4625 w. Oakwood Park Dr, Franklin, Wi 53132
03.2013 - 09.2016

Trained to run and maintian a production line (sheeter line, extruder line) while using computer programs such as Azo (automated flour delivery system) schick( daily production O.I.T screens). As a operator you are responsible for gluten free and allergin free change overs as well as maintaing very good GMP through out the shift, while paying close attention to the H.A.C.C.P to ensure a quality product. I also was trained on material handling( in charge of delivering and returning material for day to day production, which also trained me on several inventory computer programs such as Backflush, oracle, telnet. i also was promoted to the lead of the floor which i was in charge of a 10+ team that ran production and i also trouble shooted to assist operator in day to day production. I also maintained labor efficiency and waste control i also ensured everyone was using proper P.P.E to ensure safety. also proformed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance

Temp to hire Process utility

Nissen Staffing
1518 s. 84 St, West Allis, Wi 53214
12.2012 - 03.2013

I was a temp to hire for baptistas bakery. traine how to season chips by using schick computer system. Maintained proper GMP throghout production floor. also trained on change overs and how to troubleshoot maintenance problems

  • Observed safety practices and upheld standards.
  • Monitored seasoning tunnels for use and performed repairs.
  • Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods.
  • Developed and submitted strategy and initiative reports to highlight current actions and proposed changes to corporate committee.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

KANKAKEE HIGH
Kankakee IL
2003

Skills

  • OSHA regulatory knowledge
  • Strong leader
  • Deadline-driven
  • Oral, Back flush, telnet
  • Quality assurance knowledge
  • gluten free allergen change overs
  • GMP practices
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination
  • how to direct and oversee everyday production
  • Quick learner on minor maint issues
  • Hard working and dedicated to my craft
  • Self starter
  • Production schedule adherence
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Safety Compliance
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes
  • Production Schedule Familiarity
  • Ability to Follow Instructions
  • Inventory Control
  • Fluent in SAP(inventory and data system)
  • Arc flash certified
  • Certified B Technician through TTS certification

Certification

  • Serve safe certified
  • forklift driving liscense
  • Fluent in the 5 Y's
  • G.M.P trained and certified
  • 4 Years of experience in the R&D department for manufacturing organic cereal and gronola

Timeline

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Publix Warehouse
04.2022 - Current

Lead Operator

Fortress Nutrition
09.2020 - 07.2021

Lead of Production

Natures Path
10.2016 - 08.2020

Baking and Processing operator

Baptistas bakery
03.2013 - 09.2016

Temp to hire Process utility

Nissen Staffing
12.2012 - 03.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

KANKAKEE HIGH
Carl Willis