Cory Kelly
Fenton,MO
Summary
Manufacturing professional with experience in machine operation, material handling, and preventive maintenance support. Prioritizes safety, accuracy, and workflow efficiency to support consistent production output. Helps maintain quality standards through reliable task completion and documentation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
copper metals epoxy mold
H&J Enterprises
High Ridge , MO
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Operated machines safely and maintained quality standards to ensure smooth daily production.
- Monitored equipment consistently to maintain optimal machine settings during production runs.
- Conducted defect checks on finished parts to identify material issues proactively.
- Timely loading of raw materials and removal of completed product kept machines moving.
- Clean, ready workstations supported smooth shift changes.
- Worked at this location for a second time, gaining deeper insights into operations.
Delivery Driver
imos pizza
Ballwin, Missouri
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered IMOS pizza orders to homes and businesses along efficient local routes.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during order drop-offs to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Ensured order accuracy prior to departure, reducing return trips and improving customer experience.
- Processed cash and card payments efficiently at delivery stops.
- Followed traffic laws and delivery safety procedures throughout shifts.
- Kept vehicle interior clean for safe food transport.
Forklift Operator
Kohler and craft
Fenton, MO
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated forklifts through Kohler and Craft warehouse aisles to ensure efficient material handling.
- Navigated forklift around loaded pallets, boxes, and other warehouse materials to facilitate smooth operations.
- Inspected the forklift’s condition before shifts and promptly reported safety concerns to maintain workplace safety.
- Loaded pallets and arranged goods to help keep dock areas clean and organized.
- Pulled inventory for production lines and helped maintain material movement.
- Worked with team members to coordinate safe material handling activities.
- Ensured shipment labels matched corresponding warehouse documentation to prevent errors. and matched loads with warehouse paperwork.
Family Caregiver and estate
family 800 acres 400(hamilton)400(stockton)
Hamilton, Missouri
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Guided family through the emotional process of losing grandparents and partner, providing support and comfort during difficult times.
- Facilitated sale of family land to Amish buyers, negotiating terms and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Coordinated legal processes and organized family land over two years, ensuring smooth transitions and clear documentation.
- Traveled regularly on Route 36 and I-70 to support family obligations.
Technician (Temp worker)
Benchmark Auto
Valley Park, Missouri
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Mounted and balanced tires in service bay for passenger vehicles and light trucks.
- Inspected tires, wheels, and valves for wear, damage, and air pressure to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
- Rotated tires and set alignment specs for customer vehicles.
- Replaced valve stems and wheel weights to maintain tire integrity and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Patching punctures and tubeless tires according to shop safety procedures to extend tire lifespan and ensure reliable service.
- Cleaned fire-damaged locations to ensure safety and accessibility.
Sorter
Amazon
St Peters, MO
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Sorted Amazon packages by barcode and destination to ensure timely delivery.
- Scanned parcels into the Amazon tracking system.
- Sorted pallets, boxes, and materials manually to maintain organization in the warehouse.
- Placed packages into correct bins and conveyor lines.
- Cleared conveyor jams and kept flow moving.
- Staged sorted items for Amazon outbound shipping.
- Checked packages for damage and labeling errors to uphold quality control standards.
- Managed sorting of incoming and outgoing materials to maintain accuracy in inventory.
- Followed Amazon safety procedures during warehouse operations.
Blender Operator /Pallet Stacker
Dakota Blenders
Fenton/Saint Louis , MO
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Operated batch blenders to meet Dakota production schedule, ensuring timely and efficient processing.
- Staged raw materials and moved components to blending lines, facilitating seamless production flow.
- Weighed ingredients and verified specifications for precise plant runs, contributing to product quality and consistency.
- Ensured batch tickets matched specifications and ingredient instructions for accurate mixing.
- Partnered with quality staff for inspections on material checks and sample pulls.
- Follow GMP, FDA, and USDA regulations to produce safe consumer products.
Machine Operator Helper
Graphic Packaging International
Pacific, Missouri
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Monitored machine performance and reported malfunctions, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Assisted changeovers by gathering tools, parts, and supplies for shift production.
- Loaded raw materials and finished cartons to support Graphic Packaging International workflow.
- Executed tasks from supervisor's instructions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained clean work area, including tools and equipment used in production process.
- Adhered to safety protocols and procedures while operating machinery.
Sheet Metal Worker
True Manufacturing Company
Pacific, Missouri
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Constructed sheet metal parts for commercial refrigeration cabinets, ensuring quality and precision.
- Operated shears, brakes, presses, punches, notchers, and forming machines for efficient shaping of sheet metal parts.
- Operated brake, shear, and punch press for accurate metal shaping.
- Read blueprints and layouts to assemble sheet metal components.
- Measured, cut, and trimmed metal components to meet exact production specifications.
- Deburred edges and cleaned components to support shop safety standards.
Scheduler
R&S Aerospace
Oakville, Missouri
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Coordinated daily job scheduling and lathe work for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines, including Haas, Makino, and Linmax, ensuring efficient workflow.
- Sequenced subparts to optimize part flow for first, second, and third production steps, facilitating smoother operations.
- Inspected material on hand and at the machine across two company buildings daily to ensure readiness for current and upcoming jobs.
Asst Driller
Father (Precision Drilling)
Lathrop, Missouri
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Collaborated with engineering teams to select optimal mud weight windows, enhancing well drilling safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in developing trajectory plans for drilling operations, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
- Labeled sample containers with batch codes for accurate tracking.
- Prepared raw material samples for laboratory analysis, facilitating accurate results and timely decision-making.
Epoxy Machine Operator /Machine Setup Technician
H&J Enterprises
High Ridge, Missouri
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted controls to maintain consistent output quality
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize operation and enhance product quality. to complete tasks accurately.
- Operated production equipment to support efficient manufacturing processes at H&J Enterprises
- Inspected finished parts for defects and quality standards
- Loaded raw materials and removed completed product from equipment
- Cleaned machines and work areas to support safe operations
- Reported equipment issues to supervisors and maintenance teams
- Followed H&J Enterprises safety procedures and wear required protective gear
- Recorded production details and shift notes for H&J Enterprises
Yeoman (Exec Asst)
United States Navy (Active)
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
03.2007 - 02.2011
- Served as the administrative and operational hub for the camp by implementing the CO’s directives, managing personnel and logistical systems, and maintaining compliance with JTF-GTMO and U.S. Southern Command policies.
- Managed personnel records and actions, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with military standards, while processing personnel actions and reporting to higher command.
- Coordinated daily camp operations, overseeing security patrols, detainee movements, and facility maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Provided logistical support by coordinating supply chains and managing equipment to meet operational needs of military and detainee services.
- Maintained adherence to SOPs, Red Cross visit protocols, and U.S. military regulations while preparing reports for JTF-GTMO leadership.
- Collaborated with security forces to implement SOPs for detainee handling and facility safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kearney High
Kearney, MO04-2006
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
Vatterott College
MOSkills
- Machine operation and equipment monitoring
- Quality inspection and material handling
- Safety procedures and preventive maintenance
- Production workflow and inventory control
- Forklift operation
- Attention to detail
- Team communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Preventive maintenance
- Attention detail
- Team communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
copper metals epoxy mold
H&J Enterprises
02.2026 - 07.2026
Delivery Driver
imos pizza
03.2025 - 11.2025
Forklift Operator
Kohler and craft
04.2024 - 12.2024
Family Caregiver and estate
family 800 acres 400(hamilton)400(stockton)
12.2022 - 02.2024
Technician (Temp worker)
Benchmark Auto
03.2022 - 10.2022
Sorter
Amazon
09.2021 - 03.2022
Blender Operator /Pallet Stacker
Dakota Blenders
10.2020 - 05.2021
Machine Operator Helper
Graphic Packaging International
11.2019 - 06.2020
Sheet Metal Worker
True Manufacturing Company
11.2018 - 08.2019
Scheduler
R&S Aerospace
10.2017 - 07.2018
Asst Driller
Father (Precision Drilling)
02.2016 - 03.2017
Epoxy Machine Operator /Machine Setup Technician
H&J Enterprises
03.2015 - 02.2016
Yeoman (Exec Asst)
United States Navy (Active)
03.2007 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Kearney High
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
Vatterott College