David Fortune
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Highly skilled in the field of inspection, testing, sorting, sampling, and weighing with substantial experience ensuring quality control and compliance with industry standards. Possess strong analytical abilities and adept at utilizing precision equipment to measure product specifications accurately. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency by identifying defects and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future occurrences. Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining accurate records and reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Package Inspector
Dart Container Corporation
Lithonia, GA
03.2020 - 03.2025
- Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators(KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements .
- Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards.
- Follow and commit to safety and GMP(Good Manufacturing Practices).
- May be responsible for one or more of the following :
- Package finished product either manually or mechanically
- Conduct visual inspection of finished products, check for defects, verify package , and inspect sanitary condition of product
- Perform quality checks, including associated paperwork, at scheduled intervals.
- Communicate quality and machinery concerns to appropriate personnel
- Start and shut down machinery according to standard operating procedures
- Clear product jams from machinery as needed.
- Serve as relief and work multiple lines as required
- Track finished cases and report same on hour by hour boards , as well as, track process interruptions
- Participate in problem solving and root cause analysis
- Assemble, load/unload and/or stack materials and products
Production Associate
Home Chef
Lithonia, GA
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Pick up proper order selection
- Match product description with label description
- Maintain production standards , while minimizing errors
- Container unloading , storage of goods, pick and pack orders, and shipping
- Process, Package, and ship orders accurately
- Packing orders to ensure that customers receive orders intact
- Inspects physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick/ticket order
- Examines outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications
- Records and documents items put into or taken out of inventory
- Assembles cardboard containers or selects preassembled containers
- Prepares shipping documents and mailing labels and makes sure that the orders have been filled correctly
- Food production
Warehouse Packager
Vloom Logistics
Covington, GA
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Loaded orders onto pallets for transport to designated areas or shipping docks.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the facility by sweeping floors and wiping down surfaces regularly.
- Ensured that all products were stored properly according to safety regulations.
- Assembled boxes for shipment using hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, staplers.
- Utilized RF scanners to accurately record product movement into and out of the warehouse.
- Weighed items, labeled containers, and verified information against invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Reported any discrepancies or damaged goods immediately upon discovery.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding quality control processes related to warehousing activities.
- Inspected products for defects prior to packaging them for shipment.
- Unloaded incoming packages from delivery trucks with forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently within specified deadlines.
Manufacturing Associate
Pacvtiv
Conyers, GA
11.2015 - 06.2017
- Reported defective products to supervisors for further investigation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in the assembly of parts for production machines.
- Supported coworkers with tasks related to assembly line operations.
- Adjusted machine settings to improve product quality and efficiency.
- Organized supplies in a safe manner according to company regulations.
- Inspected components for defects and irregularities before assembly.
- Followed safety protocols while operating equipment or handling hazardous materials.
- Performed daily maintenance and cleaning on machinery.
Education
GED -
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA06-2012
Timeline
Package Inspector
Dart Container Corporation
03.2020 - 03.2025
Production Associate
Home Chef
10.2019 - 02.2020
Warehouse Packager
Vloom Logistics
05.2018 - 07.2019
Manufacturing Associate
Pacvtiv
11.2015 - 06.2017
GED -
Gwinnett Technical College
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