David Furlong
Waddy,KY
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Skilled Production Worker offering 7 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Reliable production professional ready to apply abilities and contribute to company success. Efficient in taking on any job and completing high-quality work. Experience using equipment such as Forklift to transport materials and assist production teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Associate
Katayama American Company Incorporated
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Safely operated hand and power tools to complete repetitive tasks.
- Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
- Delivered troubleshooting assistance to bring machines back to full functionality.
- Investigated reports of defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems to identify problems and resolutions.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
General Labor
Kelly Services
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Safely operated hand and power tools to complete repetitive tasks.
- Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Machine Operator
Sumitomo
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Press Operator/Welder
Bowling Green Metalforming - A Magna
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
Night Shift Supervisor
Bowling Green Plastic's
02.2013 - 09.2015
- Managed communication between associates and management, addressing key issues and needs.
- Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
- Maintained stock of products and ordered new products when stock was running low.
- Assisted customers with complaints, questions and concerns.
- Trained staff members to perform inventory management, and maintenance.
- Upheld federal safety standards and environmental disposal protocols.
- Organized evening meetings to set operations for following day and next shift crew.
- Compiled reports on production shortfalls, accidents and equipment problems.
- Coordinated with production managers, monitoring material movement in and out of facility.
Mill Operator
Vermont Taper And Gauge
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Understood critical measurements and assured product was within tolerances to meet or exceed customers expectations.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
Education
Southern Kentucky Technical College
Bowling Green, KYAssociate of Science - Metallurgy
Southern Kentucky Technical College
Bowling Green, KY05.2013
GED -
Southern Kentucky Technical College
Bowling Green,Ky06.2012
Skills
- Digital Archiving
- Project Management
- Drill Cutters
- Records Administration
- 5S Principles
- Assembly and Production
- Quality Control
- Minor Repairs
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Batch Mixing
- Operations Support
- Supply Chain Distribution
Affiliations
- Freemason
- Kentucky Cattlemen's Association
- Knights of Columbus
- Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America
Certification
- National Career Readiness Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
Blacksmithing
Blacksmithing as a hobby and profession has been within my family as far back as we have records. I began my apprenticeship as a blacksmith when I was a child learning directly from my grandfather Franklin Furlong, who has been a working metal since he was a child. I enjoy the art of creating everyday items and tools from metal and ornamental pieces. The pieces I have made are made to stand the test of time. I go into any endeavor I take on with this energy hoping to build something which will last.
Timeline
Production Associate
Katayama American Company Incorporated
12.2021 - 06.2023
General Labor
Kelly Services
02.2019 - 03.2020
Machine Operator
Sumitomo
03.2017 - 06.2019
Press Operator/Welder
Bowling Green Metalforming - A Magna
10.2015 - 02.2017
Night Shift Supervisor
Bowling Green Plastic's
02.2013 - 09.2015
Mill Operator
Vermont Taper And Gauge
08.2011 - 01.2013
Southern Kentucky Technical College
Associate of Science - Metallurgy
Southern Kentucky Technical College
GED -
Southern Kentucky Technical College
- National Career Readiness Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
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