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Daryl Jefferson

Sumter,SC

Summary

Dedicated International Paper (Sylvamo) employee with over 14 years of experience at the Eastover site, specializing in Pulp Machine operations. Skilled in overseeing the Dry End of the Pulp Machine to ensure efficient finishing, testing, and shipment of pulp bales. Proficient in training new team members on the Hydrapulper machine and enforcing safety protocols within the work area.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Hydrapulper Operator

Sylvamo Eastover Mill
11.2011 - 06.2025
  • Operated machinery to maintain production efficiency and meet daily output goals.
  • Trained new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
  • Monitored quality control measures to ensure adherence to industry standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and reduce downtime.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.

Manpower Employee

International Paper
11.2009 - 11.2011
  • Certified to operate a PIT.
  • Lab – Able to perform all tests required to disposition product correctly while maintaining quality parameters and specs. Key test include brightness, basis weight, dirt count and etc.
  • Shipping – Able to load and unload railcars, trailers, and containers. Know how to follow loading patterns and how to determine which one to use. Able to do shipping related paperwork.
  • Hydrapulper – Can start up and shut down the hydrapulper operation. Able to feed rolls or bales as needed. Familiar with all responsibilities of this operation.
  • Excellent relationship with team members. Able to adjust to change.
  • Understand the importance of working safely and how important safety is to this facility and to this company as a whole.
  • Key Skills Acquired during my employment here:

Machine Operator (maintenance)

GOLDKIST
01.2003 - 01.2009
  • Maintenance/Operator assigned to oversee 6 bagger machines and their operators at a poultry processing facility.
  • Acted as the lead person in the area.
  • Serviced the machinery as necessary on a daily basis and performed routine maintenance when required.
  • Certified on forklift, hand pallet jack, and riding pallet jack at this facility.
  • Key Results: Developed an idea that saved the company about $50,000 annually. Idea involved a low cost way to continuously wrap its product without having to take downtime.

Lead Person (production)

GOLDKIST
01.1997 - 01.2003
  • Served as the lead person of 6 people in a poultry processing operation.
  • Responsible for assisting management in the areas of production, clean up, sanitation and quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Maywood High School
Sumter, S.C.
06-1996

Skills

  • Trained in the Lab
  • Trained in Shipping
  • Trained on Hydrapulper
  • Safety Oriented
  • Mechanically inclined

Hobbies and Interests

Enjoy playing basketball and bowling. Interested in detailing cars and attending car shows.

Section name

ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT

Timeline

Hydrapulper Operator

Sylvamo Eastover Mill
11.2011 - 06.2025

Manpower Employee

International Paper
11.2009 - 11.2011

Machine Operator (maintenance)

GOLDKIST
01.2003 - 01.2009

Lead Person (production)

GOLDKIST
01.1997 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

Maywood High School
Daryl Jefferson