Carrie Miller
Crawfordsville,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented extrusion professional with extensive experience in monitoring production processes and troubleshooting machinery issues. Adept at ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality standards, contributing to increased productivity and reduced waste.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Extrusion Operator
Southwire
Lafayette, IN
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Operated extrusion machinery to produce high-quality cable and wire products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Followed work orders and specifications for accurate product dimensions and quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal productivity.
- Recorded production data accurately for inventory tracking and reporting purposes.
- Monitored production output for quality assurance purposes.
- Stopped machines immediately in case of emergency situations or hazardous conditions.
- Adjusted machine settings to control speed, temperature, pressure and other variables as needed.
- Adjusted feed rates and monitored material flow during the extrusion process.
- Kept records of scrap material generated during production runs.
- Followed written instructions from supervisors regarding product specifications and production requirements.
- Conducted daily inspections of machinery before use to identify potential issues or hazards.
- Set up and operated extrusion machines to produce plastic products according to customer specifications.
- Troubleshot any malfunctions or breakdowns in the extrusion process and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Achieved and maintained positive attitude during normal and complex challenges.
- Achieved production targets by maximizing changeover efficiency and setting up equipment.
- Used standard operating procedures to deliver chemicals and plastics of desired consistency.
- Assisted with the loading and unloading of raw materials into hoppers for processing.
- Resolved problems related to manufacturing processes by consulting with engineers or other experts.
- Facilitated communication between shifts and with managers regarding machine operations and processing statuses.
- Set controls and ran plastic extrusion machinery in environment and provided adjustments whenever necessary.
- Set up machinery and ran extrusion lines production products.
- Fit piping together according to specifications for optimal productivity.
- Set dials and controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape, and thickness.
- Supported process designs, tooling changeovers and optimizations to maximize quality, compliance and production throughput.
- Inspected machines for quality verification and corrected issues.
Operations Manufacturing Lead
Pace Dairy Foods of Indiana
Crawfordsville
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Tech II
Pace Dairy Foods of Indiana
Crawfordsville
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Operated machinery to produce dairy products efficiently.
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted quality checks on products to meet safety standards.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Monitored production lines for adherence to company guidelines.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
- Greased mechanical parts with lubrication to achieve smooth and regular functionality.
- Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
Education
Southmont High School
Crawfordsville, INSkills
- Extrusion machinery operation
- Production process monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality assurance inspection
- Troubleshooting machinery issues
- Process optimization
- Safety compliance adherence
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Changeover efficiency
- Customer focus
- Production reports
- Production monitoring
- Data recording accuracy
- Machine setup
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Line speed adjustment
- Extrusion process
- Performance tracking
- Adaptability to change
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership qualities
- Mechanical inspection
- Production efficiency
- Waste reduction
- Product packaging
- Quality control
- Product inspection
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Equipment controls
- Equipment monitoring
- Line management
- Punctuality
- Extruder operation
- Quality assurance checks
- Screen changes
- Quality control analysis
- Manufacturing background
- Preventive Maintenance
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Extrusion Operator
Southwire
10.2024 - 07.2025
Operations Manufacturing Lead
Pace Dairy Foods of Indiana
07.2022 - 03.2024
Tech II
Pace Dairy Foods of Indiana
04.2020 - 08.2022
Southmont High School