Darryl Graves
Forest,VA
Summary
Manufacturing professional prepared for role in die setting with comprehensive experience in machine setup and maintenance. Known for improving operational efficiency and ensuring timely completion of production tasks. Collaborative team member focused on results, reliability, and flexibility to meet diverse manufacturing demands. Skilled in machine calibration, problem-solving, and quality control.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DIE SETTER
Parker Hannifin Corp.
10.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to quality control by consistently monitoring product specifications throughout the production process.
- Increased product quality with precise alignment and adjustment of dies during machine operations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by accurately setting up and operating die casting machines.
- Ensured proper handling of dies by using appropriate lifting equipment, minimizing potential damage or injury risks.
PAPER MACHINE OPERATOR
International Paper
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Improved paper quality by conducting thorough inspections and making necessary adjustments to equipment.
- Communicated effectively with shift supervisors regarding any issues encountered during daily operations, allowing for prompt resolution of problems when necessary.
- Increased output capacity with timely execution of scheduled changeovers between different product grades or sizes.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
ADHESIVE BONDING MACHINE OPERATOR/PRODUCTION FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Choice Adhesives
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Education
GED -
Adult Learning Center
Skills
- Machine operation
- Die setting expertise
- Tooling setup
- CNC machine operation
- Equipment testing
- Quality inspection
- Quality control
- Machine setup
Timeline
DIE SETTER
Parker Hannifin Corp.
10.2023 - Current
PAPER MACHINE OPERATOR
International Paper
08.2019 - 10.2023
ADHESIVE BONDING MACHINE OPERATOR/PRODUCTION FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Choice Adhesives
02.2016 - 03.2019
GED -
Adult Learning Center
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