Davontie Maclin
University City,MO
Summary
Manufacturing Specialist with over 10 years of experience in automotive assembly and FDA-regulated food manufacturing. Expertise includes working working with teams, ensuring compliance with cGMP and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing principles, consistently achieving production targets and maintaining audit-ready environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pack Assembly Operator
Ardent Mills
01.2022 - Current
- Operated and monitored high-speed packaging lines, achieving aggressive production targets within FDA-regulated, BRC-certified flour manufacturing facility while maintaining 99%+ packaging accuracy across 12-hour shifts.
- Leveraged PCQI certification to support Preventative Controls and Foreign Material compliance, conducting biweekly sifter screen inspections and adhering to glass and brittle plastics policies to ensure product integrity before shipment.
- Maintained clean, organized, audit-ready work areas every shift, achieving zero sanitation violations and ensuring 97%+ uptime on production lines.
- Results-driven Manufacturing Specialist with 10+ years of experience spanning automotive assembly and FDA regulated food manufacturing. Proven track record of leading production teams, enforcing cGMP and safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing principles. Holds an active PCQI certification with hands-on experience supporting BRC and FDA compliance, Preventative Controls, and Foreign Material programs. Known for consistently hitting production targets, maintaining audit-ready environments, and bringing a safety-first mindset to every shift.
Vehicle Assembly Technician
General Motors
01.2013 - 01.2022
- Performed precision assembly operations on high volume automotive production lines, utilizing jigs, fixtures, and precision measuring tools and gauges to verify tolerances and ensure every unit met exact specification requirements.
- Applied Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and standardize processes, contributing to improved line efficiency.
- Trained new hires on equipment operation, production processes, and safety protocols, enhancing onboarding experience and team capability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Harris-Stowe State University
01-2013
High School Diploma -
Imagine College Preparatory High School
01-2009
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Quality control
- Packaging machinery
- Process improvement
- PCQI Certified
- Certified forklift operator
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Senior Pack Assembly Operator
Ardent Mills
01.2022 - Current
Vehicle Assembly Technician
General Motors
01.2013 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Harris-Stowe State University
High School Diploma -
Imagine College Preparatory High School