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Colton Turner

Diamond,MO

Summary

Dynamic production worker with extensive experience at General Mills, skilled in machinery operations and quality assurance. Proven ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining safety standards. Recognized for resolving issues swiftly and enhancing team productivity through effective collaboration and active listening. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments. Gained even more discipline through military training.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Information Technology Specialist

US Army
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Set up network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems.
  • Ensured data security, implementing encryption measures and access controls for sensitive information.
  • Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.

Box Machine Operator

Leggett & Platt
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine maintenance on box machines and troubleshooting issues.
  • Prepared products for shipment by packing items according to order sheet.
  • Assisted in training new Box Machine Operators, sharing expertise and best practices for efficient operations.
  • Used [Software] to document information relating to receipt, storage or distribution of materials for processing.

Production Worker

Ajinomoto
04.2023 - Current
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.

Construction Worker

Two Man Company
09.2022 - 11.2022

Worked with a friend whom was a co-owner of his small business. Cut and hung assortments of siding for houses. Helped with other construction, like set trusses for houses.

Quality Control Inspector

Tarsco Bolted Tank
02.2022 - 07.2022

Checked quality of painted metal parts and sheets.

Production Worker

General Mills
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Located and picked merchandise weighing up to a certain amount pounds to fulfill daily customer orders.
  • Unloaded incoming products and moved boxes to staging areas, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients.

Production Worker

Talent Force
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Unloaded incoming products and moved boxes to staging areas, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients.

Fast Food Worker

Arby's Restaurant
04.2017 - 04.2019


  • Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed and packaging.
  • Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
  • Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction.
  • Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
  • Reduced customer wait times by quickly operating customer window and sales register.
  • Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
  • Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store neat and running smoothly.
  • Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.

Telemarketer

Communication Solutions LLC
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline.
  • Provided information about available products and services, membership details, and purchase advantages.
  • Opened new accounts and documented personal, demographic and payment information in system.
  • Delivered scripted sales talks to customers reached via manual and automatic dialing systems.
  • Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers.
  • Overcame objections using friendly, persuasive strategies.

Education

Diamond High School
Diamond, MO

Carthage High School
Carthage, MO

Information Technology Specialist

US Army
Fort Eisenhower
08-2024

Crowder College
Neosho, MO
08.2018

Skills

  • Motivation
  • Intuitive
  • Machinery operations
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Hand Tools
  • Assembly protocols
  • Documentation expertise
  • Quality assurance
  • Production deadline management
  • Pallet jack operation and etc
  • Worksite safety
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision Making
  • Active Listening
  • Customer service
  • Customs and Courtesy

Timeline

Information Technology Specialist

US Army
01.2024 - 02.2025

Box Machine Operator

Leggett & Platt
05.2023 - 01.2024

Production Worker

Ajinomoto
04.2023 - Current

Construction Worker

Two Man Company
09.2022 - 11.2022

Quality Control Inspector

Tarsco Bolted Tank
02.2022 - 07.2022

Production Worker

General Mills
06.2019 - 12.2021

Production Worker

Talent Force
06.2018 - 05.2019

Fast Food Worker

Arby's Restaurant
04.2017 - 04.2019

Telemarketer

Communication Solutions LLC
02.2016 - 12.2016

Diamond High School

Carthage High School

Information Technology Specialist

US Army

Crowder College
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