Chance Knox
Waynesfield
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience as an Extruder Operator at Cargill, skilled in CNC operations and blueprint reading. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through critical thinking and attention to detail, while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards. Adept at problem-solving and training new team members for optimal performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Extruder Operator
Cargill
Saint Mary's
09.2024 - Current
- Operated extruder machines for food product manufacturing.
- Conducted routine maintenance on extruder equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Documented production data for quality assurance reports.
- Met changing production needs by replacing screens, dies, and inserts according to manufacturing specifications.
- Perform routine maintenance on machinery such as changing parts, lubricating, cleaning.
UTILITY MIXER OPERATOR
Thermoid
Bellefontaine
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated mixing equipment to produce rubber compounds efficiently.
- Monitored material quality during the mixing process to ensure consistency.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and safety practices.
- Ensured that the proper amounts of materials were added at correct times during mixing processes.
- Transported materials from one area to another using forklift when necessary.
MACHINE OPERATOR
Rittal North America
Urbana
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated machinery to manufacture enclosures and components efficiently.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and minor repairs.
- Documented production data accurately for inventory management purposes.
- Ensured a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
ASSEMBLER
Airstream
Jackson Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated hand and power tools to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and communication.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
CNC OPERATOR
Rittal North America
Urbana
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated CNC machines to produce precise metal components for various applications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to set up machining processes.
- Monitored machine operations to ensure quality standards and safe practices.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to enhance performance reliability.
- Adjusted machine settings based on material specifications and project requirements.
- Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as punching, tapping, and countersinking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
Skills
- Calipers
- CNC
- Blueprint Reading
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Pneumatic tools
- Power tools
- Hand tools
Timeline
Extruder Operator
Cargill
09.2024 - Current
UTILITY MIXER OPERATOR
Thermoid
01.2024 - 09.2024
MACHINE OPERATOR
Rittal North America
03.2022 - 09.2023
ASSEMBLER
Airstream
11.2021 - 02.2022
CNC OPERATOR
Rittal North America
06.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster
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