Clarion Taylor
Brookings,SD
Summary
Machine operator with 27 years of manufacturing experience with the last 11 years dedicated to 3M/Solventum in the ProPak department. Strong focus on safety, quality, productivity and teamwork. Adapts quickly to change in the workplace and changing production needs. Highly experienced in Lean manufacturing, 5S and continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator - SS3
Solventum
10.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality products efficiently.
- Conducted testing via IQDR to ensure product meets quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Read and understood B.O.S.S. System to anticipate changeovers and order new product inputs in a timely manner.
- Utilized PASS system for reporting usage of inputs, product completion, time management and labor hours.
- Conducted Reject Verification Procedure when changing to new product and on weekly basis.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, along with safety and quality standards.
Assistant Operator - CRC3
Solventum
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Packaged and inspected finished product to ensure product meets quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted testing via IQDR to ensure product meets quality standards.
- Participated in daily Tier meetings.
- Assisted other work areas as needed.
Machine Operator - SS3
3M/Solventum
07.2014 - 07.2025
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Conducted testing via IQDR to ensure product meets quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Read and understood B.O.S.S. System to anticipate changeovers and order new product inputs in a timely manner.
- Maintained die logs to keep track of dies that need to be sent in for sharpening.
- Utilized PASS system for reporting usage of inputs, product completion, time management and labor hours.
- Conducted Reject Verification Procedure when changing to new product and on weekly basis.
- Read and understood NCN dispositions when using NCN material, and closed NCNs when material was used to completion.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, along with safety and quality standards.
Assembler
Larson Manufacturing
11.1998 - 06.2014
- Assembled storm doors and windows according to detailed specifications and quality standards.
- Used measurement tools to ensure correct part measurement.
- Reduced assembly time with proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
- Followed specifics of each production run to perform high-quality work within specified tolerances.
- Participated in continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, ergonomic, 5S and safety projects.
- Trained and mentored new employees on assembly techniques, safety protocols and quality standards.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDSkills
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
- Quickly adapts to change in the workplace
Accomplishments
- 2012 Larson Manufacturing Red Team award recipient.
- Temporarily stepped into back up Crew Lead position at Larson Manufacturing, helping supervise 15-20 employees.
- Helped develop changeover procedure section of SS3B Dozuki Guide.
Timeline
Machine Operator - SS3
Solventum
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Operator - CRC3
Solventum
07.2025 - 10.2025
Machine Operator - SS3
3M/Solventum
07.2014 - 07.2025
Assembler
Larson Manufacturing
11.1998 - 06.2014
No Degree - Psychology
South Dakota State University