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CYNTHIA BAKER

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Machine Operator with extensive experience at Nestle Purina, specializing in production process optimization and quality assurance. Proficient in forklift operation and SAP software, with a strong focus on problem-solving and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste in high-pressure settings.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemical Mixer

Ecolab
McDonough, Georgia
11.2024 - Current
  • Review daily mix schedules and ensure the raw materials required are available.
  • Follow mix instructions and accurately add raw materials to the mixes manually, using pumps or mixing systems.
  • Mix batches using variable agitation.
  • Perform routine observations of the product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality. Report any out-of-spec raw materials, premixes, or mixed batches, and consult with Quality personnel on any batch adjustments.
  • Properly cleans out all mix tanks.
  • Operate fork trucks, palletizers, scales, pumps, and other material handling equipment to transport raw material and finished products.
  • Perform building and equipment preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate records of all chemical components used in the mixing process.
  • Documented production data including batch numbers, weights and volumes of materials used, time frames.
  • Followed written instructions to accurately combine ingredients into a homogenous mixture.
  • Performed quality control checks on all batches to ensure product conformance to specifications.
  • Calibrated and adjusted machines for optimal performance during mixing operations.
  • Checked viscosity levels throughout the blending process using appropriate instruments.
  • Inspect the product and record data at appropriate steps of the production cycle.
  • Assist Engineering and Maintenance in troubleshooting issues.

Production Operator

Nestle Purina
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2016 - 10.2024
  • Perform machine changeover and cleaning as specified by the production schedule, in accordance with appropriate SOPs.
  • Checked all coding and labeling to ensure that everything is legible and correct.
  • Communicated with maintenance teams to ensure that production equipment functions correctly, and that the finished product meets package guarantees.
  • Entered accurate information into the ERP system.
  • Followed laboratory practices and lab safety manual guidelines.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents, or non-conformance issues.
  • Recognized defective material, and reported issues to management.
  • Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep the production area safe, organized, and ready for the next shift.
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up to date.
  • Verified production orders prior to starting setup.
  • Maintained detailed records of production data, ensuring accuracy for inventory tracking and performance evaluation purposes.
  • Handled raw materials efficiently, minimizing waste during the production process.
  • Checked for operational quality defects, excess or incorrect gluing, machine damage to cartons, or alignment issues.
  • Verified production orders prior to starting setup.
  • Operated a forklift to place finished products on skids and transport them to the warehouse.
  • Performed periodic visual checks on the product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearances.

Machine Operator -Filler Strainer

PPG Industries
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Ensured effective operation of load building, case packing, labeling, and all other downstream equipment.
  • Performed package quality checks, and maintained accurate records and logs.
  • Managed raw materials for product processing and packaging.
  • Conducted inventory checks and communicated information critical to inventory management.
  • Performed material movements using an SAP production management, warehouse management system, and RF scan equipment.
  • Maintained housekeeping standards and performed cleaning as assigned, including daily trash and cardboard duties.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds, and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Replenish and manage inventory related to packaging supplies, like pallets, stretch wrap, containers, and other packaging materials, as needed.
  • Connected hoses and use pump and filter systems to transfer finished paint products to production lines.
  • Operates automated filling and packaging equipment, including label machines, container marking systems, automated fillers, automatic lid placing equipment, case and tray packaging machines, and robotic palletizing systems.
  • Followed detailed filling production orders with detailed attention to label requirements, pallet requirements, and fill quantity requirements. Records information on production tickets with clarity.
  • Daily disposal of cardboard and site waste in designated containers.
  • Completes regular inspections of equipment, maintains a clean and neat work area, and assists others as needed.
  • Prepared customer orders, including blending the initial batch, making shade adjustments, filling, and labeling batches.
  • Made shade and gloss adjustments to meet customer requirements.
  • Replaced worn-out machine parts, and produced tests for quality standards.

Warehouse Operator

O-I Glass Company
01.2003 - 08.2014
  • Inspect, report and replace any damaged or missing items.
  • Operated forklift and hand trucks to transport and hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.
  • Pack and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and proper packaging.
  • Coordinate with shipping carriers and ensure timely dispatch of orders.
  • Made sure the palletizers had supplying pallets and tier sheets.
  • Retrieved items from the warehouse based on pick list or orders.
  • Manually load cartons, partitions, carriers on to magazines of carton assembler, carrier erector and partition inserter.
  • Moved material to and from finishing to shipping and receiving or warehouse storage.
  • Process warehouse deliveries, check inbound shipments, provide validation on chain of custody and bills of lading forms.
  • Participated in physical inventories, cycle counting and data entry.
  • Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Verified shipping and receiving counts matched picking and purchase order documents.
  • Maintain 5S organization for receiving and shipping area.

Education

Associate - Business Management

Southern New Hampshire
05.1997

Skills

  • Certified forklift, cherry picker, and pallet jack operator
  • Proficient in WMS, SAP, ERP, Microsoft Excel, and MS Word
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and Time Management

Timeline

Chemical Mixer

Ecolab
11.2024 - Current

Production Operator

Nestle Purina
01.2016 - 10.2024

Machine Operator -Filler Strainer

PPG Industries
09.2014 - 12.2016

Warehouse Operator

O-I Glass Company
01.2003 - 08.2014

Associate - Business Management

Southern New Hampshire

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