Christopher Gaspie
Manufacturing
Brookfield,WI
Summary
Proven Machinery Operator with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and quality at Great Lakes Packaging Corporation. Leveraged problem-solving abilities and equipment management skills to reduce downtime by 30%. Excelled in safety procedures and quality control, ensuring high standards and workplace safety. Actively contributed to team success through effective communication and organizational skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Source Point Staffing
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Machinery Operator
Great Lakes Packaging Corporation
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving machinery issues.
- Boosted production quality by adhering to precise specifications and maintaining high attention to detail during machine operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Manufacturing Operator
Keystone Staffing
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Achieved higher product quality through rigorous adherence to standard operating procedures and quality control measures.
- Exceeded safety standards by consistently following guidelines and participating in regular safety training sessions.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying areas of waste minimization and proposing effective solutions.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean workplace environment free from debris and hazards by closely following housekeeping protocols.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Builder's Laborer
Wisconsin Building Supply
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Printing Machine Operator
Quad Graphics
06.2011 - 11.2016
- Achieved high customer satisfaction levels through meticulous attention to detail during pre-press preparation processes, such as color matching and image alignment checks.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvement within the printing department.
- Increased efficiency with troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
- Streamlined operations through the implementation of standardized procedures for machine setup and operation.
- Mounted paper rolls on reels and inserted ends into automatic feed mechanisms.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and productive work environment, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Reduced downtime for repairs by conducting regular maintenance on printing machines.
- Supported new operators in learning equipment functions, contributing to a well-trained staff and higher productivity levels.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Inspected machines and performed repairs.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
Printing Machine Operator
World Color Press
03.1999 - 03.2010
- Increased efficiency with troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
- Streamlined operations through the implementation of standardized procedures for machine setup and operation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development initiatives, staying informed about industry trends and advances in printing technology applications.
- Reduced downtime for repairs by conducting regular maintenance on printing machines.
- Ensured consistent output quality by regularly inspecting printed materials for defects or imperfections during production runs.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project specifications, ensuring their needs were met throughout the entire production process from start to finish.
- Provided valuable input during team meetings regarding resource allocation strategies aimed at maximizing operational efficiency across various print jobs without compromising quality standards or deadlines.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
Education
Certificate - Graphic And Printing Equipment Operation
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Nathan Hale High School
West Allis, WI 05.2001 -
Skills
Problem-Solving
Equipment management
Construction support
Traffic Control
General tool knowledge
Hand and power tools
Safety Procedures
Quality Control
Organization
Tool and equipment maintenance
Heavy Lifting
Timeline
General Laborer
Source Point Staffing
08.2023 - 01.2024
Machinery Operator
Great Lakes Packaging Corporation
08.2022 - 06.2023
Manufacturing Operator
Keystone Staffing
10.2021 - 07.2022
Builder's Laborer
Wisconsin Building Supply
04.2019 - 08.2020
Printing Machine Operator
Quad Graphics
06.2011 - 11.2016
Certificate - Graphic And Printing Equipment Operation
Waukesha County Technical College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Nathan Hale High School
05.2001 -
Printing Machine Operator
World Color Press
03.1999 - 03.2010
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