Chad Goetz
Bronson,MI
Summary
Experienced production professional with over 15 years in manufacturing and processing. Expertise in operating complex machinery while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Skilled in cross-training and fostering team collaboration to maintain efficient workspaces. Led initiatives that improved operational efficiency and product quality.
Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling, and documentation. Eager to contribute to operations at companies of any scale.
Overview
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1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Processor/Set up
Conagra Brands
Quincy, MI
08.2018 - Current
- Contributed to the setup crew by arriving early to set up the pumps, mixers, frankomatics, ovens, and piping systems. Operated the frankomatics to produce hot dogs. However, Cross-trained in multiple positions to enhance team flexibility and operational efficiency. I operate the mixer, mix the raw ingredients to make our hot dogs. I trained to be a loader. I prepare the ingredients, and verify everything is correct before loading them into the dumper. I am able to operate all three of our ovens. The batch oven, which cooks our whole muscle, and salami products. The Icon oven, which handles our larger food service hot dogs. As well as our specialty hot dogs, reduced fat, fat free, and all natural. Finally, the tunnel oven, which handles our regular, bun sized, and cocktail hot dogs. All three are similar, yet distinct in their operation. Operated floor utility equipment to maintain cleanliness and safety in the production area. to maintain clean and safe operating areas, supporting overall production flow.
- Operated machinery to process food products efficiently.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow and meet deadlines.
Hot Pot Operator
Real Alloy
Coldwater, MI
10.2011 - 08.2018
- Operated overhead crane to transport, load, and unload pots of molten aluminum, ensuring safe handling of materials. Regulate temperatures of pots of molten aluminum. Maintained and repaired our pots. Maintained cleanliness in work area to promote safety and efficiency. Executed loader operations, picking materials from the yard and transporting them for processing. The next 5 years I had intermittent loader operating duties.
- Operated machinery to process aluminum and metal recycling materials.
- Monitored production lines to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment for optimal performance.
Disa finisher
Asama Coldwater Manufacturing
Coldwater, MI
01.2011 - 09.2011
- Operated Disa furnace line to finish products for quality assurance. I would inspect the product after being cast, and before it went to the plating department.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Operated finishing equipment to prepare products for assembly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline finishing processes.
General Laborer
Jim Tinervia Property Management
Quincy, MI
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Executed lawn care and landscaping services, promoting healthy plants and enhancing visual appeal.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of properties, contributing to improved presentation.
- Supported landscaping efforts to elevate property aesthetics and enhance curb appeal.
- Performed routine maintenance on building systems to ensure functionality.
Press operator
Trillium Staffing
Coldwater, MI
08.2009 - 01.2010
- Operated plastic injection mold machine, inspected products for quality, and maintained a clean work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Monitored press operations to ensure consistent production flow.
- Adjusted machine settings for various print jobs and materials.
- Operated plastic injection mold machine, inspected products for quality, and maintained a clean work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
General Laborer
Jake's Lawn Service
Bronson, MI
03.2009 - 06.2009
- Performed lawn care and landscaping services at residential properties, ensuring clean and presentable outdoor spaces.
- Operated machinery for landscaping and maintenance tasks, contributing to overall property upkeep.
- Supported property clean-up and waste removal during routine inspections, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
- Assisted with property clean-up and waste removal during routine inspections.
Form tester
Autoform Tool and Manufacturing
Fremont, IN
08.2006 - 02.2008
- Inspected final forms of fuel rails to ensure quality standards and maintained cleanliness of work area for safety and organization..
- Aligned production forms using precise measurements and tools. accurately for production machinery at Autoform Tool and Manufacturing.
- Interpreted blueprints to establish precise form specifications for production processes.
- Inspected final forms for quality assurance of fuel rails. of fuel rails and Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure safety and organization..
Warehouse/Forklift Driver
Pepsi Bottling Group
Coldwater, MI
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently to ensure timely deliveries.
- Operated a forklift to efficiently load trucks with product, ensuring safe transport and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Operated forklifts to move pallets and materials throughout the warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock checks.
Bender
Michigan Kitchen Distributors
Marshall, MI
08.2002 - 10.2003
- Operated countertop bending machine, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
- Operated countertop bending machine in a tidy workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production flow and reduce bottlenecks.
- Maintained equipment through routine inspections and minor repairs, enhancing machine reliability.
Cutter
Wolf Envelope
Angola, IN
04.1997 - 05.2001
- Operated various cutting presses and executed the waste baling process in the production area.
- Operated cutting machines to deliver precise envelope dimensions, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Maintained equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and meet production deadlines.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Bronson Jr/Sr High School
Bronson, MISkills
- Food safety practices
- Food processing techniques
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Manufacturing
- Process efficiency
- Process optimization
- Process improvement
- Production monitoring
- Assembly
- Machine operation
- Material handling
- Heavy Equipment
- Team collaboration
- Warehouse operations
- ISO 9001
- Detail orientation
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Deadline driven
- Critical thinking
- Strong work ethic
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Training others
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
- Workflow management
- Strong work ethic
- Detail orientation
- Machine operation
- Hand and power tools
- Dependable attendance
Personal Information
- Dependable: I come to work everyday.
- Hardworking: I safely do what it takes to get the job done.
- Willingness to learn: I learn fast, and am always looking to learn more.
Certification
Drivers License, Certified Forklift Operator
Additional information
I have been trained and licensed to operate many types of mobile equipment such as fork lifts, standing lift trucks, skid steers and front end loaders.
Timeline
Processor/Set up
Conagra Brands
08.2018 - Current
Hot Pot Operator
Real Alloy
10.2011 - 08.2018
Disa finisher
Asama Coldwater Manufacturing
01.2011 - 09.2011
General Laborer
Jim Tinervia Property Management
08.2010 - 12.2010
Press operator
Trillium Staffing
08.2009 - 01.2010
General Laborer
Jake's Lawn Service
03.2009 - 06.2009
Form tester
Autoform Tool and Manufacturing
08.2006 - 02.2008
Warehouse/Forklift Driver
Pepsi Bottling Group
01.2004 - 06.2005
Bender
Michigan Kitchen Distributors
08.2002 - 10.2003
Cutter
Wolf Envelope
04.1997 - 05.2001
Diploma - General Studies
Bronson Jr/Sr High School