Christopher Smith
Hartsville,SC
Summary
Proven Machine Operator at Sonoco Products Co, adept in equipment monitoring and enhancing production efficiency. Leveraged workplace safety and team leadership to reduce material waste and improve product quality. Skilled in process control and machinery operation, consistently achieving high standards in fast-paced environments.
Reliable Shift Leader with five years in non-woven industry. Excellent motivational leader successfully communicates duties and tasks. Dedicated to providing highest standard of service and creating warm and welcoming environment for employees.
Handles team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. Well-coordinated planner successful at coordinating schedules and workflows to meet business demands. Superior work ethic combined with resourceful and upbeat nature.
Experienced with managing and optimizing production processes in fast-paced environment. Utilizes skills in troubleshooting and equipment maintenance to prevent and resolve issues quickly. Knowledge of safety regulations and protocols ensures secure and compliant work environment.
Committed machine operator with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Operator
Suominen Corporation
06.2019 - Current
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Served as a reliable point-of-contact for upper management when needed, effectively communicating any issues or successes from daily operations.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to changes in production requirements or schedules.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance and addressing issues proactively.
Sheet Metal Worker
MOX
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Nailed and welded pieces into place by securing paneled edges and machine-made molding to structures.
- Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material to meet product specifications.
- Provided support in the repair or modification of existing structures or systems using expert knowledge in sheet metal work.
- Expanded professional skill set by staying up-to-date on advancements in the field of sheet metalworking technologies and methodologies.
- Reduced material waste with precise measurements and optimal layout planning for sheet metal cutting.
- Measured parts using calipers, gauges and micrometers to confirm adherence to quality standards on final inspections.
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
Machine Operator
Sonoco Products Co
01.2013 - 06.2018
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Boilermaker Helper
Mar Mac Wire
01.2008 - 05.2012
- Promoted a safe working environment by maintaining clean and organized workspaces at all times.
- Enhanced productivity by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of boilers and related components.
- Bolstered communication within the team through active participation in meetings, contributing valuable insights on operational challenges faced during projects.
- Improved workflow, effectively organizing tools and materials needed for various tasks.
- Facilitated timely repairs, quickly identifying faulty components during maintenance checks.
- Ensured optimal performance of boilers through regular inspection of valves, gauges, fittings, and safety devices as part of preventive maintenance programs.
- Reduced waste, efficiently cutting metal plates or tubes according to specified measurements using oxy-fuel torches or plasma arc cutters.
- Increased efficiency, assisting boilermakers with rigging, lifting, and positioning boiler parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
McHill Highschool
Online05-2013
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Shift paperwork completion
- Flexible schedule
- Machine operation
- Standard operating procedures
- Equipment monitoring
- Team leadership
- Production scheduling
- Waste reduction
- Process control expertise
Certification
- Aerial Life Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Work Keys Certification
- Confined Space Certification
Timeline
Shift Operator
Suominen Corporation
06.2019 - Current
Sheet Metal Worker
MOX
08.2018 - 05.2019
Machine Operator
Sonoco Products Co
01.2013 - 06.2018
Boilermaker Helper
Mar Mac Wire
01.2008 - 05.2012
- Aerial Life Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Work Keys Certification
- Confined Space Certification
High School Diploma -
McHill Highschool
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