Christopher Bond
Westfield,Indiana
Summary
Production and operations professional with 4+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing, automated production systems, process monitoring, and equipment troubleshooting. Experienced in operating and maintaining production equipment, monitoring process parameters, handling materials, and following established safety and quality procedures. Skilled in documenting operational data, resolving equipment issues, and supporting efficient, reliable production. Committed to operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Large Equipment Operator
Amtrak
Beech Grove, Indiana
12.2024 - Current
- Operate specialized heavy equipment, including Rail King machinery and forklifts, to support railroad yard operations.
- Safely move, load, and unload materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Follow established safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Assist with the positioning, movement, and alignment of railroad cars within the yard.
- Maintain accurate records of train movements throughout the facility using rail king equipment.
Operations Technician II
Cargill
Hammond, Indiana
10.2020 - 11.2024
- Operated, monitored, and troubleshot automated production systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, servo motors, and Emerson control systems to maintain efficient operations.
- Monitored and documented critical process parameters, including tank levels, product temperatures, and pressures, using computer systems and field instruments.
- Troubleshot production equipment and components, including photoelectric sensors, ultrasonic sensors, proximity switches, needle valves, encoder wheels, and conveyor systems.
- Managed the unloading of raw materials and loading of finished products into trucks, railcars, and storage bins while maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Followed HACCP food safety standards and established operating procedures to maintain product quality and safe manufacturing operations.
- Operated forklifts, mobile lifts, and railcar movers to support production and material handling activities.
- Followed established Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during equipment maintenance and servicing.
Account Sales Manager
Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
Hazel Crest, Illinois
07.2016 - 10.2020
- Contact key personnel in assigned accounts to promote products, promotions, displays, point-of-sale material, and service requirements.
- Assist in selling, placing, and changing vendors in chain store accounts.
- Regularly check for proper mechanical operation, cleanliness, selection, and product availability.
- Maintain accurate sales records for assigned accounts, including special reports on promotional activity, competitive sales, and space allocations.
- Ensure adequate back stock in each account to guarantee product availability for in-store stocking and merchandising.
- Develop compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results effectively.
- Utilize strong analytical skills to track sales performance and make adjustments as necessary to meet targets.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Youth Opportunity Center
Muncie, Indiana
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Maintained an organized environment conducive to learning, monitored student behavior and implemented appropriate disciplinary measures as needed.
- Utilized technology during educational sessions and activities where appropriate, familiarized myself with software applications relevant to my role.
- Incorporated elements of play therapy into daily activities. Encouraged children to express their emotions in healthy ways while promoting social emotional learning.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement innovative youth programs; demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies - Communications, Information & Media
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana07-2014
High School Diploma -
Thea Bowman Leadership Academy
Gary, Indiana06-2010
Skills
- Manufacturing & Production Operations
- Automated Process Monitoring
- Industrial Equipment Operation
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- PLC & Control Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Process Safety & Compliance
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Production Documentation & Recordkeeping
- Material Handling
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Process Optimization
Certification
- Powered Industrial Truck Permit
- Large Equipment Operator (LEO)
- Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO)
- Mechanical Class A - Operating Rules - CSX
- Mechanical Class B – Blue Signal Protection (WIC)
- Mechanical Class C – Blue Signal Protection Awareness
Timeline
Large Equipment Operator
Amtrak
12.2024 - Current
Operations Technician II
Cargill
10.2020 - 11.2024
Account Sales Manager
Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
07.2016 - 10.2020
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Youth Opportunity Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of General Studies - Communications, Information & Media
Ball State University
High School Diploma -
Thea Bowman Leadership Academy