Christal Farr
Denton,TX
Summary
Dedicated machine operator with strong skills in equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and quality control. Proven ability to optimize processes and train teams on safety procedures.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Dura-Line
Gainesville, Texas
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintain operational efficiency.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
- Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
Forklift driver/General Assembler
American Standard
Hutchins, Texas
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently to maintain workflow.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment for safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate inventory records during material handling processes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely product distribution.
- Followed safety procedures to minimize risks during operations.
- Transported, loaded, unloaded and stacked materials.
- Moved products to designated areas using the forklift.
- Stacked pallets in an orderly fashion within storage facilities or onto delivery trucks.
- Inspected the forklift daily to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment and components.
- Ensured all safety regulations were met while operating the forklift in the warehouse area.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Kept accurate records of all materials moved including quantity, destination, and time taken.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers, customers, and management team members.
- Reported any issues with machinery promptly to supervisor for repair.
- Used loaders, hand trucks, forklifts, and cranes.
Trimmer
K & D Plastics
Gainesville, Texas
01.2006 - 11.2008
- Operated trimming equipment to ensure precise cuts and quality standards.
- Maintained clean work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Adjusted machinery settings to accommodate different materials for trimming tasks.
- Documented daily activities and reported issues to supervisory staff promptly.
- Performed skilled work with hand tools.
- Reported any defective material or malfunctioning equipment immediately to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
- Inspected trimming results for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Followed safety procedures while operating trimmers or other related machinery.
- Measured and cut materials with precision using hand tools such as scissors, shears, knives, and clippers.
- Examined products and trimmed off excess materials to meet specifications.
- Adjusted cutting blade settings according to specifications of the job order.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for successful completion of trimming tasks.
- Filled daily specialized requests and completed wholesale orders.
Education
Business Communication - Communication Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ03-2015
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee
Houston, Texas05-2001
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine operation
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Process optimization
- Inventory management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Machinery operations
- Assembly and production
- Operational control
- Modifications and adjustments
- Process improvement
- Performance management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment inspection
- Machinery cleaning
- Forklift operation
- Changeover procedure knowledge
- Power and hand tools
- Production preparation
- OSHA
- Manufacturing experience
- Parts fabrication
- Problem-solving
- Production timeline management
- Start up procedures
- Equipment monitoring
- Specification compliance
- OSHA certification
- Attention to detail
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Assembly procedures
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Machine Operator
Dura-Line
04.2024 - 12.2024
Forklift driver/General Assembler
American Standard
08.2019 - 10.2021
Trimmer
K & D Plastics
01.2006 - 11.2008
Business Communication - Communication Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee