Daniel Mckaughan
ThyssenKrupp Materials NA
Hiram,GA
15
years of professional experience
Detailed Machine Operator with proven record of safe operation while meeting production deadlines. Works well independently and with teams in fast-paced environments. Reliable and consistent with strong work ethic and solid history of physical endurance.
Work History
Machine Operator
1 Year 8 Months- Operated production equipment to manufacture precast infrastructure components safely and consistently.
- Monitored machine controls, adjusting settings to maintain product quality and line efficiency.
- Performed daily equipment inspections, identifying wear, leaks, and mechanical issues early.
- operated side loaders ,standing reach truck, and sitting forklifts.
- Know how to accurately read a micrometer, calipers ,and tape measure.
- process orders on sap and x browser
- detail shipping tags and pallets
Nuclear Valve Technician
2 Months- Inspected, disassembled, and repaired nuclear-grade valves to restore safe, reliable plant operation.
- Performed hydrostatic and pneumatic testing to verify valve integrity and leak-tight performance.
- Calibrated actuators and positioners for precise valve control and system response.
- Interpreted technical drawings and maintenance procedures to complete accurate valve overhauls.
- Troubleshot valve malfunctions, identifying worn components and root causes of performance issues.
- Applied nuclear safety and quality standards during maintenance, testing, and component handling.
Machine Operator
2 Years 9 Months- Trained new employees on machinery operation. Performed minor maintenance work on hydraulic machines. Paid high attention to detail to minimize production scrap. Completed daily job checklists to desired standard and with designated timeframe. Maintained clean work area to foster optimal safety and production. Examined and sorted defective output for further processing. Followed documented processes to comply with standardized work orders. Leveraged advanced knowledge of individual machines and processes to support team members. Worked efficiently to support production pace. Coordinated preventive maintenance and repairs to maximize machine uptime. Adhered to proper procedures and wore protective gear to avoid safety risks. Troubleshot issues with machinery and made necessary repairs or adjustments. Worked closely with engineers to make improvements in machine design or function when needed. Operated overhead crane Operated forklifts Came in 2 hours earlier to start up the machines on Monday to ensure a good productive week Lvl 4 machine operator Also acts as a float to cover machines if someone is out.
Simple services technician
10 Months- Calibrated, maintained and repaired equipment for reliable performance. Updated documentation related to equipment performance, maintenance schedules, and repairs. Changed tires Changed batteries and battery terminals Brought gas to people who ran out Unlocked cars when someone locked their keys inside the vehicle.
Team Leader
1 Year 8 Months- Contributed to successful quality control initiatives and implemented new strategies to improve employee work. Organized schedules and daily assignments for team, leveraging individual knowledge, and strengths to maximize team success. Coached new employees struggling with specific tasks. I ran a crew of 4 lift drivers and one clerk. I had 4 dock doors and shipped over ten trucks a day. Including LTL, expedite, and the daily incoming and outgoing deliveries. A big detail of this job was knowing how to delegate tasks in order to make sure the trucks and line stayed moving with out any down time or detention time. inventory control and making sure I knew my inventory counts as to insure the line stays at maximum potential As a team leader you had to follow the policies and verbally enforce those policies for all team members. I was the safety awareness winner and I won the best forklift mini challenge.
Lead Material Handler
4 Years 1 Month- Serving a lead role in movement of materials and finished goods in the warehouse.Position requires daily operation of sit-down forklifts and sit-down drexel. Stocked equipment with materials to help meet production targets. Moved heavy loads and operated equipment with consistent use of company and OSHA standards. Unloaded multiple trucks per day, staging items for storage or immediate use. Transported material in and out of warehouse using forklift and other equipment or vehicles. Used warehouse management system to accurately record materials and product movement. Identified methods to improve processes, reduce costs and increase productivity. Reported damaged goods and material shortages. Supported other departments within organization as needed by providing assistance with material handling tasks. Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies. Assisted with inventory control by conducting physical counts and reconciling discrepancies. Recognized safety, shipment and storage issues and notified supervisor.
Warehouse/production Floater
2 Years 5 Months- Planned or guided developmentally appropriate activities to build skills and encourage exploration. Supervised children and redirected inappropriate behavior. Cleaned and sanitized play areas, surfaces and toys to prevent germ spread.
Quality Control Inspector
2 Years 1 Month- Created quality control plans based on project-specific technical documentation and requirements. Participated in cross-functional teams focused on improving overall product quality throughout organization. Provided timely feedback to manufacturing if non-conforming product was identified. Assisted in developing training materials for other employees on quality control methods and practices. Reduced production errors with thorough inspections and tests of supply materials. Wrote non-conformance reports detailing product defects and quantity of rejected items. Collaborated with production teams to identify root causes of defects and implement corrective actions. Updated job knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, or seminars related to field of quality control. Conducted tests on materials and products to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Education
GED
Skills
Machine Maintenance Safety Compliance Quality Control Workplace Safety Teamwork and Collaboration Logistics
Strong work ethic
Attention to detail
Machinery operation
Workplace safety
Safety compliance
Forklift and pallet jack operation
Shipping and labeling
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