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Craig Gardner

Middle Island

Summary

Skilled Lead Finisher with background in overseeing and completing high-quality finishes on a variety of materials. Experience in team leadership, project management, and quality control within manufacturing settings. Strengths include keen eye for detail, ability to meet tight deadlines, and adeptness in using various finishing tools. Past roles have seen significant improvement in production efficiency and reduction in material waste through effective management strategies.

Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.

Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling, and documentation. Eager to contribute to operations at companies of any scale.

Seasoned Lead Finisher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in surface preparation, coating application, and quality control. Excel in time management, teamwork, and problem-solving to ensure projects are completed to highest standards. Bring hands-on leadership and technical prowess to achieve exceptional results in every project.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Finisher

Magellan
West Babylon
11.2007 - Current
  • Supervised finishing operations, enhancing quality and consistency in production.
  • Trained team members on finishing techniques and equipment usage, improving overall skill level.
  • Operated finishing machinery to prepare products for distribution.
  • Executed pre and post gage checks to maintain product quality standards
  • Performed quality control checks on finished products before shipment.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of tools and equipment related to finishing processes.
  • Provided technical guidance to other finishers throughout production process.
  • Communicated regularly with management regarding progress updates, potential problems, and suggestions for improvement.
  • Other qualifications are Sandblasting, alkaline clean, Chem film, Passivation
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of finished products.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of finishing area.
  • Operated finishing machinery according to safety and efficiency standards.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products for defects.
  • Trained new employees on finishing techniques and safety practices.

Education

Certificate - Building Maintenance

Newyork City Tech
Brooklyn, NY
09.2021 - 02.2022

Kildonan
Amenia, NY

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY

Skills

  • Finishing operations
  • Quality control
  • Machine operation
  • Finishing techniques
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Heavy lifting
  • Visual inspection
  • Machine setup and shutdown
  • Assembly line experience
  • Equipment calibration
  • Line work

Timeline

Certificate - Building Maintenance

Newyork City Tech
09.2021 - 02.2022

Lead Finisher

Magellan
11.2007 - Current

Kildonan

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Nassau Community College
Craig Gardner