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Damion Colson

Hawkinsville,GA

Summary

Hardworking Machine Operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Understanding of lock out/tag out procedures and ability to use when appropriate
• Maintain a high level of productivity and quality
• Follow work center procedures as defined
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions given in job routers
• Document and notify Quality of any discrepancies and/or nonconformance's
• Note any changes and/or recommendations that are needed for future production runs
• Inspect finished products and parts by comparing them with blueprints and boundary samples
• Ability to use grinders and other hand tools as necessary

EDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Certificate from technical school and/or six months related experience
• Math Skills: Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; use of a calculator) will help Press Brake Operators understand instructions, how plans work and make sure items are cut, bent, and formed correctly.
• Measuring Tool Usage: The use of measuring equipment such as scales, calipers and protractors as necessary to make sure quality specifications are achieved.
• Problem Solving Skills: Press Brake Operators will need to know when machines are not performing correctly, alert supervision to problems they are experiencing.
• Attention to Detail: Being observant and sage is critical to the overall well-being of the employee and his/her co-workers. In addition, Press Brake Operators must take great care in their work.
• Stamina: Press Brake Operators work doing repetitive movement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Blue Bird
Fort Valley, GA
07.2011 - Current
  • Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
  • Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
  • Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
  • Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
  • Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
  • Utilized fastening equipment to fasten, package and stack materials and products.

Warehouse Unloader

Walmart
Statesboro, GA
03.2009 - 12.2011
  • Carried out daily inspections of equipment prior to use including PIVs such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Prepared outbound shipments for delivery by wrapping packages securely with plastic wrap, packing slips, labels.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Reported damaged goods immediately upon inspection while unloading and receiving goods into the warehouse.
  • Collaborated with supervisor regularly on tasks assigned throughout shift ensuring timely completion of assigned duties.
  • Adhered to company standards regarding productivity levels while working efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Utilized RF scanners in tracking incoming and outgoing shipments accurately in real time.
  • Unloaded inbound shipments from trucks and containers, checked for accuracy of shipment against manifest.

Machine Operator

Lithonia Lighting
Cochran, GA
02.2009 - 07.2011
  • Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
  • Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
  • Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hawkinsville High School
Hawkinsville, GA
05-2003

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Automated Assembly
  • Basic Math
  • Machinery Cleaning
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Workplace Safety
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Machinery Operation
  • Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
  • Shipping and Labeling
  • Production Monitoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Assembly and production

Timeline

Machine Operator

Blue Bird
07.2011 - Current

Warehouse Unloader

Walmart
03.2009 - 12.2011

Machine Operator

Lithonia Lighting
02.2009 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Hawkinsville High School
Damion Colson