Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in machine operation, setup, and maintenance. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs. Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality.
Work History
Machine Operator
1 Year 6 Months
Weaver Popcorn Company | 06.2024 - 12.2025
Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
Monitored product quality throughout production process, identifying and addressing issues promptly.
Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on machines to enhance reliability and prevent operational disruptions.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all operational activities.
Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, facilitating timely repairs to maintain production schedules.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Quality and Safety Technician Level 1
2 Years 4 Months
Cafe Valley Bakery | 02.2022 - 06.2024
Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and compliance with regulations.
Monitored workplace conditions to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Investigated incidents and accidents, providing detailed reports for analysis.
Collaborated with management to enhance safety protocols and procedures.
Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment among employees at all times.
Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain a safe work environment.
Monitored subcontractor's adherence to site safety management plan and issued written warnings for nonconformance.
Batch Mixer
8 Months
Ecolab | 02.2022 - 10.2022
The responsibility of the batch mixer is to use standardized work processes to mix ingredients per specific instructions to produce hand sanitizer and cleaning products. PPE, safety, and better work procedures were paramount to ensure quality and safety.
Operated and maintained batch mixing equipment to ensure optimal performance and quality consistency.
Monitored ingredient measurements and mixing times to achieve precise formulation specifications.
Conducted regular quality checks on mixed products, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
Collaborated with team members to streamline batch processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Maintained detailed records of batch production data, supporting ongoing analysis and process improvement initiatives.
CNC Mill Operator(Special Components)
1 Year 4 Months
SMC USA | 09.2020 - 01.2022
Setup, operation, and production of special component parts from blueprint reading. Working with aluminum, steel, and composite materials is part of this position. Simple editing of programs, M codes, and G codes is necessary to ensure proper execution of programs. GD&T tolerancing, using calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring instruments is paramount to ensure proper produced parts.
Operated CNC milling machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate machining processes.
Monitored machine operations to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
Collaborated with engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
Trained junior operators on best practices and safe machine operation protocols.
Conducted inspections of finished products, ensuring compliance with quality control guidelines.
Consistently met production deadlines by effectively managing time and resources in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Hot End Apprentice Operator
3 Years 8 Months
Ardagh Group | 04.2015 - 12.2018
As a hot end apprentice operator I was training to operate glass molding IS machines responsible for the formation of glass bottles and jars. I had 2000 out of 4000 hrs to become a carded glass molder. I was responsible for the safety of myself and all those working in my area due to the dangers of high pressure machine operations and 800 degree molten glass that is to be molded into ware. Safety was a main priority due to the job dangers of the machinery and the molten glass received constant training and reviews for machine, operation, and ware handling procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Operated machinery to ensure production efficiency and quality standards.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to minimize downtime.
Monitored production processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
Collaborated closely with supervisors to address any concerns or areas needing improvement within the apprentice program.
Developed strong problem-solving skills needed to address unexpected challenges while operating complex machinery efficiently.
Memorized safety guidelines and company standards.
Warehouse Associate
1 Year 5 Months
Canines Choice Inc | 11.2013 - 04.2015
Forklift driver( load and unload semi-trailers), shipping, packaging of dog bones.
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport products within warehouse.
Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality assurance and inventory accuracy.
Conducted regular inventory counts, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
Trained new associates on safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
Production Worker/Assembly
10 Years 6 Months
Chrysler Corporation | 06.1998 - 12.2008
My job responsibilities at Chrysler included production worker and assembly operations that contributed to the manufacturing of transmissions. I was a machine operator; grinding, press, milling, and limited cnc operation, were some of the types of machines I operated. I worked on the assembly line assembling automobile transmissions. I drove a forklift for 2 years as a material handler. I also spent time as a parts inspector and worked in the warehouse as a shipping clerk.
Operated machinery to assemble automotive components efficiently.
Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows.
Trained new employees on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
Led initiatives to enhance equipment maintenance, reducing downtime significantly.
Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
Education
CNC Mill And Lathe Machining Level 1 - CNC Machining
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana | Huntington, IN | 06-2020
High School Diploma
Accounting - Business Accountancy
Indiana University Kokomo | Kokomo, IN
2 Years of College or a Technical or Vocational School
Economics - Economics
DePauw University | Greencastle, IN
Study of economics and the principles of finances.
Honors Diploma
Marion High School | Marion, IN | 06-1994
High School Diploma
Skills
Strong work ethic
Good communication
Attention to detail
Machinery operation
Workplace safety
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Machinery operations
Computer skills
Assembly and production
Equipment operation
Power and hand tools
Safety compliance
Heavy lifting
Machine maintenance
Forklift and pallet jack operation
Quality control
Manufacturing experience
Quality assurance
Forklift operation
Production monitoring
Start up procedures
Assembly procedures
[Equipment] operation
Certification
12/2020 CNC Mill Machining Level 1 National Institute of Metalworking Skills(NIMS)
12/2020 CNC Lathe Level 1 National Institute of Metalworking Skills(NIMS)
04/2020 Quality Technician Level 1 Cafe Valley
09/2018 ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate ACT WorkKeys NCRC
03/2009 WorkKeys Certificate - Silver (Blue)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Machine Operator
Weaver Popcorn Company
06.2024 - 12.2025Read More
Quality and Safety Technician Level 1
Cafe Valley Bakery
02.2022 - 06.2024Read More
Batch Mixer
Ecolab
02.2022 - 10.2022Read More
CNC Mill Operator(Special Components)
SMC USA
09.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Hot End Apprentice Operator
Ardagh Group
04.2015 - 12.2018Read More
Warehouse Associate
Canines Choice Inc
11.2013 - 04.2015Read More
Production Worker/Assembly
Chrysler Corporation
06.1998 - 12.2008Read More
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
CNC Mill And Lathe Machining Level 1 from CNC Machining