Darren Hewitt
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production lead/Shipping Team Lead
Pearson's Education
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
02.2010 - 06.2023
- Operated electric pallet jacks to transport materials across the warehouse.
- Packaged educational materials for shipment to various locations.
- Organized inventory using barcode scanning systems for efficient tracking.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the production environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted in training new employees on shipping procedures and safety protocols.
- Oversaw daily production operations and ensured adherence to quality standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Prepared and completed shipping orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
General Laborer
Remedy Staffing
Cedar Rapids, CA
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Operated machinery and tools for various production tasks.
- Followed safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted team members in completing daily labor assignments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
Laborer
A+ lawn & landscaping
Cedar Rapids, CA
04.1996 - 11.2006
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain lawns and gardens.
- Assisted in planting, pruning, and caring for plants and shrubs.
- Collaborated with team members on large landscaping projects.
- Followed safety protocols while using tools and machinery.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project details.
- Trained new staff on proper landscaping procedures and techniques.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
General Laborer
Sunrise Construction
Manchester, Iowa
01.1993 - 10.1996
- Operated air tools for various production tasks.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Followed safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted team members in completing daily labor assignments.
Education
Washington High School
Cedar Rapids, IaSkills
- Equipment operation
- Production lead
- Quality assurance
- Scanners
- Tools
- Mower's
- Trimmer's
- Mechanical inclined
- General labor
Timeline
Production lead/Shipping Team Lead
Pearson's Education
02.2010 - 06.2023
General Laborer
Remedy Staffing
01.2007 - 01.2010
Laborer
A+ lawn & landscaping
04.1996 - 11.2006
General Laborer
Sunrise Construction
01.1993 - 10.1996
Washington High School