Christian Ryans
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Five years of operational experience, including Winder operations and OCC start-up activities. Demonstrated ability to support shift leadership, maintain safety and quality standards, and assist in coordinating production activities. Seeking promotion to Team Lead to formally contribute to efficient, safe, and consistent mill operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Winder Technical Assistant
Domtar
09.2025 - Current
- Trained Operators
- Assisted With Troubleshooting
- Helped Improve Downtime and Run-ability
- Helped Create Improved Training Documents
Paper Machine / Finishing Operator
Domtar
11.2023 - Current
- Operated paper machine and finishing equipment to meet production and quality requirements
- Assisted with start-ups, shutdowns, and grade changes
- Conducted routine equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting
- Maintained clean and organized work areas in compliance with mill standards
Production Operator
Domtar
01.2020 - Current
- Operate Winder equipment in accordance with established safety, quality, and production standards
- Perform roll inspections, labeling, sizing verification, and safe material handling
- Support OCC start-up operations, including pre-start checks, coordination with stock prep, and monitoring system stability
- Assist Team Leads and Supervisors by supporting workflow coordination and addressing operational issues during shifts
- Communicate production status, equipment conditions, and concerns during shift changeovers
- Promote and follow all mill safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements
- Assist in training new employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and work expectations
Education
No Degree - Electromechanical
Northeast State Community College
Kingsport, TNSkills
- Team and Shift Support
- Winder Operations and Roll Quality Control
- OCC Start-Up and Stock Preparation Support
- Safety Compliance (LOTO, PPE, JSAs)
- Paper Machine and Finishing Operations
- Production Monitoring and Reporting
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Training and Mentoring of Operators
- Strong knowledge of mill operations and procedures
- Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards
- Reliable and professional approach to shift responsibilities
- Effective communication with operators, Team Leads, and supervision
Accomplishments
- Contributed to lowering downtime on winder by 55%
- Improved Safety Procedures At Winder
- Improved Troubleshooting Procedures At Winder
- Improved Housekeeping procedures
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Mill Safety and Environmental Training
Timeline
Winder Technical Assistant
Domtar
09.2025 - Current
Paper Machine / Finishing Operator
Domtar
11.2023 - Current
Production Operator
Domtar
01.2020 - Current
No Degree - Electromechanical
Northeast State Community College