Charles Hunter
River Ridge,LA
Summary
Adept at multitasking and organization, I enhanced production efficiency by 20% at Howmet Corporation through meticulous attention to detail and robust quality control measures. Leveraging skills in operations monitoring and customer service, I consistently exceeded employer expectations, demonstrating a strong ability to prioritize work and drive results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Coal Technician
Cotecna Inspection
07.2020 - Current
- Reporting to the Technical and Laboratory Manager all preparations of client samples for analysis
- Conducting coal, field and lab testing and services by witnessing and sampling of coal vessels, barges,sample preparation and laboratory analyses
- Following all standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate protective equipment
- Understanding of coal sampling and sample handling
- Understanding of coal sample preparation, equipment operation and maintenance
- Sampling and Supervising of vessels and barges both loading and unloading
- Operating, cleaning and Maintenance of coal preparation equipment and facility
- Record all data and report analyses of all coal samples
- Obtaining current Twic Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required by the
- Maritime Transportation Security Act to access secure maritime vessels and facilities.
Sample Prep Technician
Bureau Veritas
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Reporting to the District Manager all preparations of client samples for analysis
- Preparing dried sample by crushing, pulverizing, and sieving according to standard operating procedures wearing appropriate protective equipment
- Ensuring fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence
- Complying with the OHS Act and Regulation, Upstream Minerals and Management System Policies ensuring proper functioning of sample preparation by :
- Monitoring the performance of sample preparation equipment
- Ensuring adequate inventory of consumable supplies and chemicals
- Perform and document quality checks during sample preparation
- Obtaining current Twic Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required by the
- Maritime Transportation Security Act to access secure maritime vessels and facilities.
Machine Operator
PepsiCo
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Operating multiple manufacturing equipment for the movement of production line using raw materials
- Responsible for steady flow of production and monitoring flavor change overs
- Maintains daily inspection, cataloging processes, and basic troubleshooting and repairing of equipment
- Ensures package and product quality
- Operate and monitor production lines to ensure efficiency
- Shifting material to ensure proper flow
- Expediting repairs to line working with maintenance as necessary
- Keeps daily records of downtime and machine operations
ABS Technician
Howmet Corporation
02.2016 - 08.2018
- Primarily responsible for developing/writing standardized work and audit ABS cells for compliance with department product criteria (PC’s) and ABS systems
- Assists with developing, implementation and auditing of standardized work
- Trains employees to standardized work practices
- Ensures Daily Management and Aussie boards are accurate
- Trains and assist with TPM initiatives
- Works with supervision to develop cell support
- Monitors cell operation and works with cell support to accomplish goals
- Participates in continuous improvement initiatives
- Performs scheduled audits of the cells which include 6S, Standardized Work and Daily
- Management
- Determines action plan when audits fail and follow up activities
- Complies with all EHS rules for the work environment
- Must have demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate Kaizen improvement teams
- Maintains effective metrics and establishes meaningful feedback to Dept
- Supervisor/Leaders and Operators
- Ability to train other ABS Technicians
- Ensure support in meeting department ABS goals and ASAT requirements
Metal Cell Operator
Howmet Corporation
09.2006 - 02.2016
- Primarily responsible for preparing castings for welding by means of grinding and blending
- Inspection of castings to customer specifications using feeler gauges
- Primary Responsibilities
- Recording data both manually and by computer as required
- Visually inspecting casting for scratches, negative indications or excess metal
- Remove defects, weld prep, blend weld and FPI and remove defects to ensure conformance to Process methods sheets (PMS)
- Remove excessive wall thickness
- Maintain required surface finish
- Calibrate machine using master casting
- Ensures daily promotion goals are met in both quality and quantity
- Utilize production methods to that reduce cost and increase productivity
- Observe and adheres to all standards and reports all shortfalls to supervisor
Driver Helper
UPS Hampton
11.2005 - 12.2005
- Primarily responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and placing, in a safe and efficient manner
- Utilizes “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling
- Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, pallets, conveyor system carts and load gratings
- Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shifts of two to four hours
- Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bethel High School
Hampton, VASkills
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and Organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Quality Control
- Documentation And Reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer interaction
- Heavy Lifting
- Routine Inspections
- Deadline-oriented
- Team Training
- Safety Equipment
- Product Inspections
- Performance Improvement
- Assembly and production
- Operations Monitoring
- Document Preparation
- Production Assistance
- Inventory Oversight
- Production Scheduling
- Manufacturing Processes
- Plant Operations Support
- Following safety practices
- Inventory Management
- Worksite preparation
Accomplishments
Trained as an NDT worker
- Perform non-destructive testing using techniques such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), magnetic particle testing (MT), and dye penetrant testing (PT).
- Assess and interpret test results to identify material defects, discontinuities, or structural weaknesses.
2. Prepare Inspection Reports:
- Document findings and prepare detailed inspection reports, including descriptions of methods used, observations, and conclusions.
- Ensure that reports are clear, accurate, and compliant with industry standards and regulations.
3. Equipment Operation and Maintenance:
- Operate and maintain NDT equipment, ensuring it is calibrated and functioning correctly.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions as necessary. 4. Quality Control and Assurance:- Ensure that all testingprocedures adhere to established quality control standards and protocols.- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and specifications.5. Client Interaction:Communicate effectively with clients, providing explanations of findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
Assist clients in understanding
NDT processes and the importance of inspections in maintaining safety and reliability.6. Safety Compliance:Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while conducting inspections, ensuring a safe working environment.
Participate in safety training and contribute to a culture of safety within the organization.
7. Continuous Learning and Development: - Stay updated on the latestNDT techniques, technologies, and industry standards through ongoing training and professional development.- Participate in workshops, seminars, and certification programs as required.8. Collaboration and Teamwork:- Work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, and other team members to support project goals and timeline's
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Timeline
Coal Technician
Cotecna Inspection
07.2020 - Current
Sample Prep Technician
Bureau Veritas
07.2019 - 07.2020
Machine Operator
PepsiCo
11.2018 - 07.2019
ABS Technician
Howmet Corporation
02.2016 - 08.2018
Metal Cell Operator
Howmet Corporation
09.2006 - 02.2016
Driver Helper
UPS Hampton
11.2005 - 12.2005
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bethel High School
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