Charles James
Lilesville,NC
Summary
Dynamic Lead Technician with a proven track record at Triangle Brick, excelling in testing and repair while fostering team performance through active listening and mentorship. Recognized for optimizing safety standards and enhancing operational efficiency, demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude and decision-making skills to drive project success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Triangle Brick
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Implemented, configured, and optimized safety standards.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Tracked equipment and inventory, maintaining prescribed levels for technical equipment and supplies.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Monitored spare parts inventory and addressed shortages with purchasing personnel.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Injection Molding Setter
Plastek Group
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Maintained safety while using heavyweight hoists and cranes
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
Extruder Operator
Plastek Group
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Changed out screens, dies, and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Checked and correct pipe fits according to specifications.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.
- Completed product traceability, logs, and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
- Monitored process and work station information for accuracy and avoidance of workflow impediments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Very qickly outgrew this position, so I was moved to the main production plant, to a much more challenging work environment
Lead Technician
Triangle Brick
06.2021 - 10.2022
Extruder Operator
Triangle Brick
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Changed out caps, dies, and wire trimmers to fit different production needs.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.
- Completed product traceability, logs, and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Monitored process and work station information for accuracy and avoidance of workflow impediments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Very quickly became one of the best operators there, hence a fast promotion and large leap in responsibilities
Farm Manager
Mondragon Poultry
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting livestock, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in washing down and cleaning.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
- Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
Lead Man
Lynches River Contracting
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Directed equipment maintenance and repair operations to improve machines' functionality and reliability.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Performed safety and environmental health observations and notified management of non-compliance issues to promote safe working conditions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chesterfield High School
Chesterfield, SC06-2007
Skills
- Testing and repair
- Schematic interpretation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Physical conditioning
- Active listening
- Remote office availability
- Calm under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Research
- Decision-making
- Self-Directed
Military
92-F (Petroleum Supply Specialist)
- Attended Petroleum Oils and Lubricants school in Ft. Lee VA
- Inventory and Store Petroleum based products Safely
- Inspect pumps, trucks and storage tanks, ensuring all components are in working order
- Attended Hazmat Certifier School at Camp Robinson, Little Rock Arkansas
- Inspected and certified loads of hazardous material for transportation
- Ensured all loads of hazardous material met with domestic and international standards according to Title 49-Code of Federal Regulations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Lead Technician
Triangle Brick
05.2023 - 05.2025
Injection Molding Setter
Plastek Group
01.2023 - 05.2023
Extruder Operator
Plastek Group
11.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Technician
Triangle Brick
06.2021 - 10.2022
Extruder Operator
Triangle Brick
12.2019 - 06.2021
Farm Manager
Mondragon Poultry
04.2017 - 02.2020
Lead Man
Lynches River Contracting
09.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Chesterfield High School
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