Dean Firestone
Scottdale,PA
Summary
Motivated production/manufacturing worker with supervisor and quality control experience skilled at assisting with procedures to ensure quality products while seeking cost- cutting ideas. Proficient at performing heavy or repetitive physical activities for extended periods of time. Capable of working solo as well as part of a team to complete assigned projects on time. Experienced in roofing and construction. Pays close attention to detail. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
Universal Plastics
Latrobe, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Operated high-speed machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to uphold equipment reliability and performance.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Trained new operators on machine functions and safety protocols, enhancing team competency.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
Draw Bench Operator
Alliema precision tube llc
Scottdale, PA
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated and maintained various types of machines, including but not limited to CNC machines, lathes, mills, and presses
- Performed routine inspections on machines to ensure proper functioning and made necessary adjustments or repairs as needed
- Monitored machine operations during production to detect any issues or malfunctions and took corrective actions promptly
- Maintained accurate records of production output, downtime, and quality control checks
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot problems and optimize machine performance
- Ensured that products met quality standards by conducting regular inspections using measuring tools such as calipers or micrometers
- Assisted in the training of new machine operators on equipment operation procedures and safety guidelines
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and suggested solutions to enhance productivity or reduce waste
- Collaborated with maintenance technicians for preventive maintenance tasks on machinery
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting finished products for defects or irregularities
- Maintained a clean work area by organizing tools, materials, and equipment after each shift
FedEx Delivery Driver
Reetzo Inc
Greensburg, PA
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivering a wide variety of items. Following delivery driving routes and time schedules. Loading, unloading, preparing, inspecting and operating the delivery vehicle.
Operator Assistant I
Halliburton
Zanesville, OH
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Learns basic operations to include but not limited to: performing pre/post job equipment inspections, performing and completing preventative maintenance procedures, maintaining equipment (e.g., pumps, discharge manifold equipment, etc.).
Shift Supervisor
O-I (Owens-Illinois)
Zanesville, OH
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Monitor operations for efficiency and safety. Ensures all regulatory requirements are met. Develops production schedules to meet internal goals as well as expectations of customers. Performs the duties as those whom they supervise and/or perform more difficult skilled tasks or assist in their performance. Oversees production staff, including training of personal. Collaborate with production staff and upper management to solve work related problems. Resolves personal problems, complaints and formal grievances when possible or refers them to higher levels of management for resolution. Serves as the direct report for plant and lead personnel.
Machine Operator
Ardagh Group
Winchester, IN
07.2016 - 12.2020
- Practice safe work habits as an individual and co-worker. Works effectively in a team environment. Adheres to guidelines related to PPE. Knows safety equipment and is aware of machine safety procedures. Knows and understand basic mechanical processes and equipment function principles. Conducts equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity. Assists in the repair and maintenance of machines and facilities as required. Makes basic production entries into computer. Must understand basic mathematical principles and have knowledge of measurement processes such as length, diameter, weights, and counts. Assumes duties of other operators as required and assists in other areas of the facility and assists in other areas of the facility as needed
General Laborer
Pylant roofing and siding
Winchester, IN
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Inspect, repair, replace, or maintain the roofs of residential homes and buildings. Responsible for various manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, and preparing job sites. Use hand tools like shovels or picks while operating machinery to help with work and assist crews with other necessary tasks.
Education
High school diploma -
Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center
Connellsville, PA06-2010
Skills
- Computer skills
- Assembly
- Shift management
- Quality Inspection
- Box truck
- Outdoor work
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Micrometer
- CNC
- Roofing
- Communication skills
- Warehouse Experience
- Microsoft Office
- 5S
- Manufacturing
- Production Management
- Machining
- CNC programming
- Supervising experience
- CNC lathe
- Quality control
- Packaging
- Manufacturing facility
- Hand tools
- Forklift
- Crane
- Precision measuring instruments
- Calipers
- Safety committee
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved Journeyman card by completing 4000 hours with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
Certification
- Journeyman Operator Card December 2019 to Present Completed the 4000 hours apprenticeship GMP laborers union.
- Driver's License
- Heavy forklift February 2023 to January 2026 A heavy forklift can also be called an industrial forklift or a large capacity forklift. It’s used to lift, move, and place very heavy loads. They are usually much larger than electric warehouse forklifts.
- Non-CDL Class C
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Machine Operator
Universal Plastics
08.2025 - Current
FedEx Delivery Driver
Reetzo Inc
07.2023 - 06.2024
Draw Bench Operator
Alliema precision tube llc
06.2023 - 07.2025
Operator Assistant I
Halliburton
11.2022 - 06.2023
Shift Supervisor
O-I (Owens-Illinois)
12.2020 - 11.2022
Machine Operator
Ardagh Group
07.2016 - 12.2020
General Laborer
Pylant roofing and siding
05.2014 - 07.2016
High school diploma -
Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center