Cindy Kuhns
Aurora,SD
Summary
Skilled Extruder Machine Operator offering 15 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. I focus on being productive and safety-minded at all times. I am a motivated employee that learns quickly in any environment. I adhere to safety standards and maintain open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Extruder Machine Operator
3M
Brookings, SD
11.2020 - Current
- Changed out screens, dies and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections and adjusted controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Completed product traceability, logs and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
- Mixed thermoplastic materials with colored dyes accurately into extrusion machine to achieve desired result for products.
- Monitored process and work station information to guarantee accuracy and avoid workflow impediments.
Pampered Chef Independent Consultant
Pampered Chef
Brookings, SD
04.2020 - Current
- Built a customer base through communication
- Set up outlines for online parties.
- Helping customers find what can help them be more efficient in the kitchen.
- Train new members of my team for they success.
- Keep current advertising on a business page.
Embosser Operator
3M
Brookings, SD
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Tested products quality.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
Material Handler
3M
Brookings, SD
08.2012 - 10.2018
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
Slitter Machine Operator
3M
Brookings, SD
03.2010 - 08.2012
- Used proper devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials into the slitter.
- Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high-quality products in line with specifications.
Forklift Operator
3M
Brookings, SD
08.2007 - 03.2010
- Removed orders from machines, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Line Packer
3M
Brookings, SD
04.2006 - 08.2007
- Decontaminated work areas using controlled materials to apply cleaning and disinfecting solutions.
- Prepared orders by processing orders, ordering and gathering materials from warehouse, packed rolls in boxes and prepared for shipment.
- Printed Standards to follow while processing the order.
Production Worker
Larson Manufacturing
Brookings, SD
03.1998 - 04.2006
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products and delivered to the production lines.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- Assembled Storm Door products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Traveled doing store sets and resetting new displays of the new products.
- Ran Machinery with cutting precise measurements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brookings High School
Brookings, SD05.1996
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Scheduling
- Product Knowledge
- Machine Knowledge
- Computer Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Works well independently
- Self-Motivated
- PPE Compliance
Timeline
Extruder Machine Operator
3M
11.2020 - Current
Pampered Chef Independent Consultant
Pampered Chef
04.2020 - Current
Embosser Operator
3M
10.2018 - 11.2020
Material Handler
3M
08.2012 - 10.2018
Slitter Machine Operator
3M
03.2010 - 08.2012
Forklift Operator
3M
08.2007 - 03.2010
Line Packer
3M
04.2006 - 08.2007
Production Worker
Larson Manufacturing
03.1998 - 04.2006
High School Diploma -
Brookings High School
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