Christopher Buchanan
Pulaski,TN
Summary
Dependable Inspector experienced in conducting complex residential inspections to ensure compliance with city regulations and codes. Achieved high-quality standards through regulatory compliance, quality control, and safety inspections while leveraging strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Focused on driving continuous process improvements and delivering thorough examination and reporting processes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector
Frito Lay Corporation
Pulaski, Tennessee
09.2026 - Current
- Inspected Frito-Lay snack packages for seal, label, and code accuracy.
- Checked product quality during production runs and reported defects.
- Monitored sanitation standards across Frito-Lay processing areas.
- Inspected snack packages for defects on Frito-Lay production lines.
- Checked product quality against company standards and food safety rules.
- Monitored equipment conditions during packaging and sorting operations.
- Recorded inspection results in daily quality logs.
- Followed sanitation procedures across Frito-Lay manufacturing areas.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Assisted operators with line checks and process compliance.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting
Pulaski, TN
09.2025 - 09.2026
- Assembled automotive lighting components on Magneti Marelli production line
- Operated assembly tools and production equipment safely
- Loaded materials and components into line stations
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Packed finished lighting units for shipment and storage
- Cleaned work area and maintained organized production stations
- Organized production line equipment and materials for assembly tasks.
- Rotated through various positions on the assembly line as needed by management.
- Assisted team members with line support and part handling
- Loaded and unloaded parts into machines for processing.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met company standards.
- Inspected parts for defects using visual quality checks
- Inspected incoming raw materials prior to use in order to ensure quality assurance.
- Checked product quality during production runs and reported defects.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
- Removed nonconforming product from conveyor lines for review.
- Verified equipment condition before line startup and shift change.
- Followed safety procedures while inspecting food handling areas.
- Sanitized tools and equipment after use, equipment, and workstations as needed throughout shift.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Analyzed data collected during inspections to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly line processes and procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems related to the assembly process.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts within machines using hand tools when necessary.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly line processes and procedures.
Sales Representative
Kaison solutions
Nashville , TN
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
- Generated new sales leads through cold calling and networking activities.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Presented Kaison Solutions services to clients and explained product benefits clearly.
- Handled customer questions and resolved concerns during the sales process.
- Performed regular follow-ups with prospects to close deals in a timely manner.
- Negotiated pricing contracts with customers to maximize profits.
- Answered inquiries from prospective customers regarding features of products and services offered.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
- Created detailed reports on daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve products and services.
Hay Field Worker
Big earls hay and hauling
Lynnville, Tennessee
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Loaded hay bales onto trailers for hauling and delivery.
- Stacked and secured hay bales for safe transport.
- Cleared fields of debris before mowing and baling.
- Assisted crew with hauling schedules and field coordination.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery.
- Operated a variety of tools including hoes, rakes, shovels and pitchforks for weeding and harvesting purposes.
- Stacked bales in barns or other designated areas after harvest.
- Cleaned up debris from the field at the end of each day's work.
- Loaded bales onto trailers or trucks for transport to storage facilities.
- Monitored hay fields for signs of disease and pests, reporting any issues to supervisor.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Inspected equipment before use and reported maintenance needs.
- Checked product quality during production runs and reported defected.
Education
Richland High School
Lynnville, TNSkills
- Visual quality assessment
- Defect detection
- Quality inspection
- Quality control
- Sanitation monitoring
- Food safety standards
- Production line inspection
- Material rejection
- Equipment operation
- Assembly inspection
- Assembly line operation
- Equipment setup
- Process oversight
- Production control
- Process coordination
- Workflow understanding
- Repetitive work endurance
- Physical stamina
- Manual dexterity
- Detail orientation
- Observant nature
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Issue resolution
- Team communication
- Effective communication
- Oral communication
- Training and mentoring
- Safety awareness
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- OSHA
- Packaging techniques
- Component assembly techniques
- Finishing work
- Pallet building
- Material handling
- Basic mathematics
- Basic machine operation
- Power tool usage
- Tool operation
- Multitasking
- Dependability
- Inventory management
- Production line efficiency
- Repetitive work
- Manufacturing background
- Manufacturing standards
- Skilled assembler
- Workstation management
- Reading comprehension
- Assembly techniques
- Detail orientation
- Pallet building
- Assembly instructions
- Supply chain oversight
- Process coordination
- Visual quality assessments
- Repetitive work
- Manufacturing background
- Manufacturing standards
- Skilled assembler
- Workstation management
Certification
- Osha certified
Timeline
Inspector
Frito Lay Corporation
09.2026 - Current
Assembly Line Production Worker
Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting
09.2025 - 09.2026
Sales Representative
Kaison solutions
06.2025 - 07.2025
Hay Field Worker
Big earls hay and hauling
06.2023 - 09.2024
Richland High School