Corey Key
Oliver Springs,TN
Summary
Results-driven Production Lead with a focus on team leadership, workplace safety, and production planning. Proven ability to optimize workflows and enhance product quality, contributing to operational efficiency.
Results-driven shift lead with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving goals. Dependable and adaptable, able to flex with changing needs. Skilled in team management, problem-solving, and process optimization. Known for maintaining high standards and delivering consistent results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Shift Lead/Production Machine Operator
Grand Steel Products
2021.01 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and production standards.
- Led team meetings to communicate goals and address challenges effectively.
- Trained new employees on machinery operation and safety protocols.
- Optimized workflow processes to enhance productivity and minimize downtime.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain product specifications and reduce defects.
- followed standardized work instructions using micrometers and gauges
- Machine operation on the 60" splitter, slitting coils to spec with standards, gauges, micrometers, and computers
Die Maintenance Technician
Aisin USA
2016.05 - 2021.01
- Conducted regular maintenance and inspections on die equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical issues swiftly to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design improvements for die production processes.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for maintenance procedures and machine specifications.
- Analyzed operational processes, identifying areas for efficiency improvements in die handling procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with operators, helping them understand the importance of proper die maintenance.
- Completed work orders accurately and efficiently, providing detailed documentation on repairs performed and parts used.
- followed standardized work
Gp12 Quality / Tigg Welder
Eagle Bend Manufacturing
2011.05 - 2015
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment for precision fabrication.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute complex welds.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows.
- Maintained equipment, performing routine repairs and troubleshooting issues.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Berea College
Berea, KYSkills
- Customer service focus
- Workplace safety
- Standard operating procedures
- Production planning
- Decision-making capacity
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Team motivation
- Strategic thinking
- Shift paperwork completion
- Safety processes and procedures
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Computer skills
Timeline
2nd Shift Lead/Production Machine Operator
Grand Steel Products
2021.01 - Current
Die Maintenance Technician
Aisin USA
2016.05 - 2021.01
Gp12 Quality / Tigg Welder
Eagle Bend Manufacturing
2011.05 - 2015
High School Diploma -
Berea College