Cheng Saechao
Summary
Experienced Lead Machine Operator driving productivity through effective preventive maintenance, quality control, and troubleshooting. Expertise in team leadership and problem-solving fosters collaboration and quick responses to operational challenges. Strong communication and time management skills enhance workflow efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead/Machine Operator
Mary Ann’s Baking Company
Sacramento
03.2011 - Current
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to develop process improvements for increased efficiency.
- Implemented cost saving initiatives while maintaining high quality standards.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace and took corrective action when needed.
- Monitored the production process to ensure proper operation and quality standards were met.
- Trained new employees in the safe operation of machinery and other related tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of parts produced and time spent on each job run.
- Inspected parts produced to ensure they meet customer specifications.
- Provided support with set-up and tear down of machines according to job requirements.
- Analyzed data from previous runs to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Worked closely with Quality Control personnel to ensure products meet standards.
- Operated and maintained a variety of machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, saws, and drill presses.
- Created detailed reports of machine performance metrics for management review.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues related to product design or material selection.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during production processes.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly by identifying root cause issues.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Measured and inspected finished products for defects and compared to work instructions for accuracy.
- Removed broken or jammed pieces from machinery.
- Loaded and set up equipment for daily machine operation.
- Monitored and recorded pressure readings, feed rates and other operational data.
- Read diagrams and work orders to coordinate machine schedule.
- Trained and monitored new employees to teach techniques and procedures.
- Operated manual machinery by turning handwheels and opening or closing valves.
- Adjusted guides and holding devices, reducing errors from potential misalignment or product movement.
- Oiled and cleaned machines to keep equipment in proper working order.
- Removed and replaced worn machine accessories to keep products within desired tolerances.
- Repaired minor mechanical and electrical issues and notified managers of more extensive equipment problems.
- Inspected final results and compared to production order to support quality assurance.
- Reviewed specifications, drawings and instructions to understand adhesive requirements, parts, and assemblies, and other information.
- Positioned and secured materials against cutting, clamping and feeding mechanisms.
- Documented materials used for each job to update inventory records.
- Promoted worksite safety by identifying and mitigating hazards.
Education
GED -
Hiram Johnson
Sacramento , CA05-1997
Skills
- Machine operation
- Machine maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Quality assurance
- Quality inspection
- Process improvement
- Production monitoring
- Production scheduling
- Inventory management
- Work order processing
- Environmental awareness
- Waste reduction
- Machine repair
- Changeover procedure knowledge
- Parts fabrication
- Machinery operations
- Machinery cleaning
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Power and hand tools
- Heavy lifting
- Computer skills
- Basic math
- Employee training
- Production timeline management
- Operations support
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance
- Housekeeping
- Precision measurement
- Machinery operation
- Manufacturing experience
- Machine programming
- Production monitoring
- Equipment inspection
- Precision measurement
Timeline
Lead/Machine Operator
Mary Ann’s Baking Company
03.2011 - Current
GED -
Hiram Johnson