Darren LaDrew
Madison,NC
Summary
Committed job seeker with a proven track record of meeting company needs through consistent and organized practices. Skilled in thriving under pressure and adapting to new situations to elevate the organizational brand. Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working autonomously and rapidly acquiring new skills to drive success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Nestle Purina PetCare
Eden, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, suggesting several process enhancements.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
Assistant Operator
Press Glass
Stoneville, NC
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided technical support to other operators when needed.
- Verified accuracy of production paperwork prior to submission.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Loaded raw materials into various machines for processing or fabrication.
- Recorded data from each machine cycle in logbooks accurately and completely.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any changes or updates to procedures or processes.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
Lead Machinist
WRE color tech
Greensboro, NC
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained and operated a variety of computer-controlled and manual machines, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses.
- Supervised and trained machinists in the operation of various machine tools.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Set up production parts according to blueprints or specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges.
- Troubleshot issues with machinery and took corrective action when necessary.
- Ensured that quality control standards were met by inspecting finished products.
- Ordered supplies needed for manufacturing operations including raw materials, cutting tools, replacement parts.
- Provided technical advice and guidance to junior machinists.
- Collaborated with management team on long-term plans for growth of department.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Online06-2019
Skills
- Production Scheduling
- Process Monitoring
- Workplace Safety
- Deadline Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Compliance
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- PIV
Timeline
Material Handler
Nestle Purina PetCare
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Operator
Press Glass
11.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Machinist
WRE color tech
03.2021 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School