Darius Allen
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented manufacturing technician with comprehensive experience in optimizing production workflows and maintaining high-quality standards. Known for fostering team collaboration and driving process improvements to achieve operational excellence. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, quality control, and adapting to evolving production demands.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Operations Technician
Bosch
North Charleston, SC
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored and analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, improving operational efficiency.
- Repaired and maintained hydraulic machinery, reducing downtime and enhancing efficiency.
- Initiate corrective actions based on root cause analysis.
- Coordinate efforts between operations and engineering teams.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify compliance with industry standards
- Set up spare parts and optimize preventive maintenance.
- Update process parameters and create standards and best practices.
- Troubleshoot equipment-related electrical issues.
- Utilize plant systems such as SAP, MES, etc
Department Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvement
3125 Glenn McConnell Pkwy, Charleston, SC
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Achieved consistent on-time completion of projects by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations for team members.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Trained new employees on overall company and department-specific policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Machine Operator
IFA Rotorion
9770 Patriot Blvd, Ladson, South Carolina
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Machine operation in auto and manual cycles per the certification and/or work instructions
- Manual loading and unloading of production machines and part containers
- Use of various gauges to measure product characteristics
- Follows established standard operating procedures per the certifications and/or work instructions
- Collects, records, and analyzes part quality data as required
- Meets production schedules and targets as defined by the production plan, Supervisor or Line Manager
- Assists in machine set-up and conformance to specifications
- Acquire training and certification per the Production Coordinator, Supervisor, or Line Manager
Education
High School Diploma -
Garrett Academy Of Technology
North Charleston, SC06.2018
Skills
- Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Attention to Detail
- Workplace Safety
- Effective Communication
- Problem Resolution
- Time Management
- 5S principles
- SAP
- Certified Forklift Operator
Certification
- Google IT Support Certificate, Coursera - June 2022 - Dec 2022
- SAFe certified as a SAFe Scrum Master
- Proficient with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), Azure DevOps, Rally, and Microsoft Office (MS Project, MS Visio, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint)
- Implemented agile frameworks (scrum/Kanban) in DevOps environment
Timeline
Manufacturing Operations Technician
Bosch
05.2023 - Current
Department Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvement
02.2021 - 05.2023
Machine Operator
IFA Rotorion
02.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Garrett Academy Of Technology