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Damien Thorpe

Four Oaks,NC

Summary

Adept at enhancing production efficiency and quality, my tenure at Wolfspeed highlighted my ability to master complex problem-solving and machine operation. Demonstrating a commitment to workplace cleanliness and team collaboration, I consistently exceeded production targets, ensuring products met rigorous inspection standards. My proactive approach and dedication to safety protocols have significantly contributed to operational excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler/Picker Packer

Revlon
07.2014 - 07.2015
  • Ensured workplace safety through adherence to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Drove forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Utilized RF device for precise material identification.
  • Ensured prompt loading of supplies onto the conveyor belt.

Machine Operator Assembler

AW
07.2015 - 07.2017
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
  • Responded quickly to any malfunctions or breakdowns in machinery, minimizing disruptions to overall production timelines.
  • Completed complex assembly tasks with precision, ensuring high-quality products met customer specifications.
  • Operated machinery effectively to maintain optimal production rates while minimizing waste materials.
  • Completed assembly by processing product through different machinery.
  • Conducted quality inspections on products before integration into the main assembly line.

Production Worker/Operator

WolfSpeed
07.2017 - Current
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
  • Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
  • Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
  • Certified in On-the-Job Training.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team member.
  • Mastered cleanroom operational guidelines.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical

Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC
01-2012

Skills

  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Product packing
  • Product packaging
  • Heavy lifting
  • Hand tools
  • Materials handling
  • Machine operation
  • Quality inspections
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Product assembly
  • Product inspection

Timeline

Production Worker/Operator

WolfSpeed
07.2017 - Current

Machine Operator Assembler

AW
07.2015 - 07.2017

Material Handler/Picker Packer

Revlon
07.2014 - 07.2015

Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical

Vance-Granville Community College
Damien Thorpe