Darren Easterwood
Sparks,NV
Summary
Perceptive Manufacturing professional with expertise in production roles. Well-trained in warehouse procedures, safety protocols and machine setup. Successfully completes tasks to meet project goals or business expectations. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Skilled Production Worker offering 15+ years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerosol Production, Maintenance Supervisor
Sunrise Environmental Scientific
11.1999 - 07.2023
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Participated in regular meetings with team members to discuss production updates.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Assembled and tested various products to meet production requirements and quality control standards.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Troubleshot production issues and provided timely solutions.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
Automotive Mechanic
E.V.N. Automotive
04.1997 - 05.1999
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights, and accessories.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
Education
GED -
Washoe High School
Reno, NVSkills
- Safety Protocols
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Deadline Management
- Team Supervision
- Reading Comprehension
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Quality Control Analysis
- Inventory Monitoring
- Mathematics
Additional Information
I am good with most hand and power tools, including pneumatic and hydraulic driven tools. I am also forklift certifiable, and can use powered or unpowered pallet jack. I am also good at most facilities repair and maintenance tasks, including plumbing and electrical repair.
Timeline
Aerosol Production, Maintenance Supervisor
Sunrise Environmental Scientific
11.1999 - 07.2023
Automotive Mechanic
E.V.N. Automotive
04.1997 - 05.1999
GED -
Washoe High School