Chris Mclean
Dunn,NC
Summary
Detailed Lead Operator with sound knowledge of production procedures. Works effectively in manufacturing environments while following standardized work and safety practices. Experienced in pre-operation functions including calibration and job setup. Also, plastic extrusion machinery in the production of custom fiber optic cable; generation of daily SAP-based production reports; ensuring high quality, close-tolerance product specifications were met to customer and UL requirements.
Hardworking manufacturing associate offering 25+ years supporting manufacturing needs. Successful working long hours in challenging environments, moving supplies, organizing products and packaging shipments. Excellent history of working well with other team members and pitching in to help achieve team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Associate II Upstream
CSL Seqirus
05.2023 - Current
- Followed safety protocols and utilized OSHA-approved PPE to foster safe working environment.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict quality control protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery efficiently while adhering to all safety protocols at all times during shifts worked alongside other employees working together towards shared objectives.
- Upheld clean and organized workspaces to promote efficiency and minimize the risk of accidents or contamination.
- Recorded and tracked daily production data for management reporting.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow with efficient organization of workstations, ensuring necessary tools were always readily available.
- Maintained accurate production records for analysis purposes, ensuring traceability of products throughout the entire manufacturing process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of batch records, equipment logs, inventory reports, ensuring traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
- Performed routine calibration checks on critical instrumentation as per established schedules, guaranteeing accurate measurements for key process parameters.
- Ensured cleanliness of work area by adhering to proper sanitation protocols both before starting production runs and after their completion.
- Supported the training of new team members by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and acting as a resource for process-related queries.
- Improved safety compliance by conducting thorough inspections, identifying hazards, and implementing corrective actions.
- Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
Lead Operator
Berk-Tek Leviton
06.1999 - 05.2023
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs
- Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements
- Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift and verified function
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems
- Thoroughly documented all plant activities in update logs and detailed concerns and issues prior to distributing reports to team leaders, plant manager and other lead operators on all shifts
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
D-term2 Inspector
Tyco
03.1999 - 05.1999
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams and template specifications.
Weaver
Swift Textile
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Removed defects in cloth by cutting and pulling out filling
- Inspected products to verify manufacturing specifications and determine if machines need adjustment
- Examined looms to determine causes of loom stoppage such as warp filling, harness breaks or mechanical defects
- Used air hoses, cleaning solutions, oil cans and rags to clean, oil and lubricate machines
- Threaded yarn, thread and fabric through guides, needles and rollers of weave machines
- Inspected woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
Education
Bioworks Certification -
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC04.2007
High School Diploma -
Midway High School
Newton Grove, NC06.1999
Skills
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Knowledge of Production Processes
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Handheld Scanners
- Teamwork and Communication
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Workflow Improvements
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Operational Support
- Waste Reduction
- 5S Principles
- Adaptable learner
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- Train the trainer course
- JSA training
- Hazardous materials operational training (8hrs course)
Timeline
Manufacturing Associate II Upstream
CSL Seqirus
05.2023 - Current
Lead Operator
Berk-Tek Leviton
06.1999 - 05.2023
D-term2 Inspector
Tyco
03.1999 - 05.1999
Weaver
Swift Textile
01.1995 - 01.1999
Bioworks Certification -
Central Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
Midway High School
- Train the trainer course
- JSA training
- Hazardous materials operational training (8hrs course)
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