Darren L. Groves
Springfield,TN
Summary
Press Operator fabricating steel rolls into metal parts for appliance production. Supports plant flow with sit-down forklift work, shipping, receiving, and order picking. Advanced from endcap helper into press operation through steady execution and safe material handling.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrolux
Springfield, TN
06.2025 - Current
- Track 5 units produced per shift while supporting press operation and machine operation on the production line.
- Advance from endcap helper to press operator, learning new equipment quickly and adapting to changing line needs.
- Pick orders accurately and support inventory control to keep parts available for production and shipment.
- Maintain workplace safety and janitorial cleaning standards across the work area, including equipment and shared surfaces.
Marble City Market
Knoxville, TN
02.2020 - 04.2025
- Maintained 15,000 sq ft culinary marketplace, including a 40-seat indoor/outdoor bar and about 250 outdoor dining seats.
- Documented and reviewed regular inspections to keep cleanliness standards consistent across high-traffic guest areas.
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors throughout the marketplace to support daily janitorial cleaning needs.
- Cleaned tables and countertops to keep dining and bar surfaces ready for guests.
- Completed assigned cleaning tasks within demanding timeframes while maintaining attention to detail.
- Followed workplace safety practices while performing routine cleaning and maintenance work.
- Supported overall marketplace upkeep by combining sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and surface care across busy customer areas.
Hilton Garden Inn
Knoxville, TN
04.2015 - 02.2020
- Prepared and served food items to support smooth daily kitchen operations.
- Coordinated with waitstaff, bussers, and cooks to keep service moving efficiently during busy periods.
- Kept workstations, equipment, and utensils clean and organized throughout each shift.
- Maintained stocked, orderly supplies to support continuous kitchen operations.
- Followed safe food handling and storage practices to support workplace safety standards.
Education
GED - undefined
Whites Cheeks High School
Skills
Press operation
Machine operation
Forklift operation
Material handling
Order picking
Shipping
Receiving
Inventory control
Janitorial cleaning
Workplace safety
Timeline
Electrolux
06.2025 - Current
Marble City Market
02.2020 - 04.2025
Hilton Garden Inn
04.2015 - 02.2020
GED - undefined
Whites Cheeks High School