Darian Holt
Winston Salem,NC
Summary
Driven and meticulous professional with extensive experience as a Prep Painter at Auto Color Match and a Machine Operator at Lydall. Excelled in delivering high-quality painting services and manufacturing operations, demonstrating strong work ethic, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Achieved efficiency improvements and consistently met project deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction and safety compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Painter
Auto Color Match
Winston Salem Nc
09.2019 - 06.2024
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
Machine Operator
Lydall
Yadkinville, NC
03.2012 - 06.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking material usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders with suppliers.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Stokes High School
King, NC04.2009
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Attention to Detail
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Exterior Painting
- Effective Multitasking
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Safety awareness
- Time Management
Timeline
Prep Painter
Auto Color Match
09.2019 - 06.2024
Machine Operator
Lydall
03.2012 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
West Stokes High School