Daniel Koppendrayer
Big Lake
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Cargill, excelling in safe machine operation and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing production efficiency and quality through effective training and performance monitoring. Adept at troubleshooting and implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance with safety standards while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Operator
Cargill
Monticello
09.2014 - Current
- Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
- Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to [Number] pounds.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions.
- Read and interpreted documents to reach maximum productivity and achieve quality objectives.
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Assembled [Type] products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
Crew Leader Liquids Department
Cargill
Monticello
09.2014 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring team adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and organized supplies for efficient access.
- Communicated with management to address operational challenges and solutions.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout phases of project completion.
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
- Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of job sites after every shift.
- Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation before use by crew members.
- Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
- Completed minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
- Developed work schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
Crew Trainer
McDonald's Restaurant
Big Lake
01.2004 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive training to new team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Mentored junior employees, enhancing customer service, food safety, and overall performance.
- Created and executed strategies that improved restaurant performance and reduced waste in food preparation.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies and cleanliness standards.
- Applied knowledge of supply needs to forecast requirements and manage inventory levels effectively.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance efforts to keep equipment and facilities in optimal condition.
- Provided constructive feedback to staff, fostering teamwork and encouraging high-quality service delivery.
- Planned and delegated work assignments, ensuring efficient training processes for all employees.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Monticello
02.2014 - 07.2014
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Performed light housekeeping and cleaning by discarding trash and cardboard and sweeping and mopping floors.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated and spoiled items.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Maintained inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - NRT
Vermilion Community College
Ely, MN06.2008
High School Diploma -
Big Lake Senior High School
Big Lake, MN06.2004
Skills
- Safe Machine Operation
- Production Documentation
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Duty Assignments
- Teamwork and Communication
- Active Listening
- Knowledge of Production Processes
- Critical Thinking
- Pallet Jacks
- Conveyor System Operation
- Production Operations
- Visual Inspections
- Company Guidelines
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Defect Identification
- Performance Goals
- Quality inspection
- Production scheduling
- Troubleshooting issues
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Performance monitoring
- Quality inspections
- Equipment operation
- Computer skills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Equipment inspections
- Workplace safety
- Inspections
- Hand and power tools
- Written communication
- Equipment setup
- Physical stamina
- Tool operation
- Materials inspection
- Parts inspection
- Weights and measurements
- Template reading
- Documentation
- Manufacturing environments
- Decision-making capacity
Accomplishments
- I have won the Outstanding Lead award
Timeline
Line Operator
Cargill
09.2014 - Current
Crew Leader Liquids Department
Cargill
09.2014 - Current
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
02.2014 - 07.2014
Crew Trainer
McDonald's Restaurant
01.2004 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - NRT
Vermilion Community College
High School Diploma -
Big Lake Senior High School
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