Colton Scalf
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Talented extrusion and slitter Operator offering proven skill with non-woven materials and record of thriving in high-volume production settings. Punctual, dependable and hardworking team player. Efficiently moves supplies, completes runs and sorts final products. Runs, calibrates and repairs presses. Seasoned manufacturing worker adept at operating and maintaining slitter machines alone or with dedicated team. Seek to offer detail-oriented nature and mechanical knowledge to new long-term position. Basic conversational skills in English and Spanish. Dedicated non-woven professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced slitter lead and operator with over 5 years of experience in non-wovens. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Slitter Lead
Fitesa Simpsonville
Simpsonville, SC
12.2016 - Current
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Checked completed work to identify flaws and sort items by grade.
- Used gauges, calipers and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Kept equipment clean, repaired and lubricated to maximize performance.
- Achieved challenging production goals on consistent basis by optimizing machine operation.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high-quality products in line with specifications.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Used equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts to safely transport materials and finished products.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
- Collected, aligned, cut and slit non-woven materials.
- Logged, trafficked and updated projects in job management software.
- Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy, and conformance to provided specifications.
Co-extruder Operator
Fitesa Simpsonville
Simpsonville, SC
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Started up and ran extrusion lines producing wide range of products for OEMs.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Changed out screens, dies and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
- Monitored process and work station information to guarantee accuracy and avoid workflow impediments.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Completed product traceability, logs and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
- Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
Fountain Inn, SC
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
- Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Identified and resolved variances to bring products in line with requirements.
- Performed visual assessment of products to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Provided training to over 10 onboarding team members in 2016.
Line Worker and Server
Moes Southwestern Grill
Simpsonville, SC
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Circulated kitchen area to receive work assignments and identify support tasks.
- Plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
- Cooked batches of food according to standard recipes.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
- Created appealing food arrangements for party trays and specialized orders.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
- Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.
- Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
- Observed customer purchases in line and differentiated between standard portions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC06.2016
Skills
- Material handling
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Schematics Interpretation
- tape measure, ruler, caliper, knives, drills, robot, crane and forklift usage
- Machine calibrations
- Measurements and calculations
- Quality control
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Teambuilding
- Organization and Time Management
- MS Office
- Decision Making
- Self-Motivated
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Data Entry
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Slitter Lead
Fitesa Simpsonville
12.2016 - Current
Co-extruder Operator
Fitesa Simpsonville
12.2016 - 03.2018
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
06.2016 - 12.2016
Line Worker and Server
Moes Southwestern Grill
02.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
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