Kiwoni S. Johnson
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Expert in assembling and fabricating a variety of products with high precision and efficiency. Proficient in interpreting technical documents, schematics, and blueprints to ensure quality workmanship. Strong problem-solving abilities and manual dexterity enhance collaborative efforts in team environments. Contributed to production process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and implementing effective solutions. Accountable professional ready for new position where several years of packaging machine operation talents can be properly utilized and appreciated. Talented at safely operating wide range of machinery and packaging equipment. Dedicated to following regulations, safety guidelines and company procedures. Desiring role in assembly or warehouse setting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Line Operator (Contractual)
PBM Nutritionals LLC
Milton, VT
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Monitored and operated packaging department equipment to ensure smooth production operations.
- Adjusted machine settings for various package sizes and types as needed.
- Performed frequent quality checks on the packaging processes (e.g., inspection of materials, counts, weights, seals) to ensure products meet specifications.
- Loaded raw ingredients into hoppers, feeders, or tanks while preventing contamination.
- Avoided practices that introduced foreign materials.
- Coached packaging employees to improve performance and resolve inconsistency issues.
- Conducted final checks for defective items, removing any that failed quality standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to ensure safety and productivity.
- Ensured that no residue or allergen remained after sanitation under FDA guidelines.
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR (CONTRACTUAL)
HOLTEC INTERNATIONAL
Orrville, Ohio
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for various projects.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Inspected finished products for quality control and compliance with standards.
- Trained junior operators on CNC machine operation and safety protocols.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Maintained accurate records of production processes and machine usage logs.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
PRESS OPERATOR (CONTRACTUAL)
Hoffmaster/Creative Converting
New London, WI
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated press to meet customer specifications while maintaining quality, waste and press efficiency.
- Troubleshot any issues during production runs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
- Worked independently or collaboratively depending upon project requirements.
- Troubleshot press machine malfunctions and made necessary repairs.
- Accurately read and interpreted job orders and customer artwork to ensure proper production.
- Loaded and unloaded rolls of paper and other materials.
- Exercised strong attention-to-detail skills when reviewing proofs of artwork prior to printing them onto finished products.
- Used rules to set up press components and interpret and transpose measurements.
- Leveraged hand pallet jack, electronic truck and forklift to move articles.
- Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions, and tolerances.
Manufacturing/Fabrication Operator
AFL Global
Duncan, South Carolina
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated spooling machines to wind fiber-optic cable onto reels/spools according to job specifications depending on length, labels, and reel type.
- Set up spooling equipment, threaded cable, adjusted guides, tensions, and traversed width before each run.
- Monitored spooling processes to maintain proper tension and alignment so fiber isn’t kinked, crushed or scratched.
- Measured and cut cable to required lengths, secured ends, and cap, tape, and protected fiber per AFL standards.
- Performed machine start-ups, changeovers, and basic operator-level maintenance such as cleaning, lubrication or minor adjustments.
- Applied buffer tube lines around raw glass fibers.
- Loaded fiber payoffs and carefully threaded fiber through guides and dies.
- Set temperatures, speeds, and tension settings for the buffer line.
- Watched for snags, over-tension alarms, and coating defects.
- Inspected surface finishings, diameters, color codings, and concentricity.
- Switched out material drums and loaded new reels without breaking fibers.
- Conducted daily 5S audits and reported any issues with tooling storage, labels, or workstation organization.
ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN
Nissan
Canton, MS
11.2016 - 12.2020
- Performed component installation and set up and operated assembly equipment.
- Utilized hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments to assemble parts with accuracy and speed.
- Analyzed blueprints, schematics, drawings and instructions to determine the most efficient methods of assembly.
- Collaborated with other technicians to develop new assembly techniques for improved efficiency.
- Applied labeling and packaged products in accordance with customer requirements.
- Repaired faulty products using soldering iron, rework station and other appropriate tools.
- Monitored the production process and identified any issues or discrepancies in order to resolve them promptly.
- Installed bolts, retaining clips and screws in proper order and configuration.
- Operated forklift to retrieve and move materials.
ELECTRO MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER
SERVOTRONICS
Elma, New York
03.2013 - 10.2016
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide assembly processes.
- Test the performance of assembled products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Troubleshot assembly issues promptly to minimize production delays.
- Connected cables between components with clips, clamps, screws, bolts or solder joints.
- Installed wiring systems in electrical equipment enclosures following diagrams or verbal instructions.
- Assembled electromechanical components using hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and soldering irons.
- Trained new employees on assembly procedures and safety protocols.
- Strategized with design engineers to construct fixtures, complete laboratory experiments and record results.
AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE ASSEMBLER (UNDERWING)
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Assembled underwing structural components such as spars, ribs, stringers, panels, fairings etc. using fasteners, rivets, and bonding techniques.
- Performed drilling, reaming, countersinking, and fastening operations to join metal and composite parts.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Installed brackets, fittings, and support assemblies for hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems that run beneath the wing.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Sealed joints and applied corrosion-preventive compounds to ensure structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Used precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and torque wrenches to verify dimensions and ensure proper alignment.
- Documented work performed in accordance with company and FAA requirements.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Port Gibson High School
Port Gibson, MS06.1998
Skills
- Machining familiarity
- Blueprint interpretation
- Configuration and changeovers
- Product packaging
- Measurement and calibration
- Assembly and production
- Drilling and tapping skills
- Following procedures and protocols
- Measuring tools
- Hand tools and machinery
- Lockout and tagout processes
- Heavy machinery operation
- Shipment receiving and processing
- Fabrications knowledge
- Aligning parts
- Safe equipment operation
- Assembled parts and fabrication
- Machinery upkeep
- Product weighing and labeling
- Blueprints and diagrams
- Production line collaboration
- Product assembly and disassembly
- Building materials
- Checking tolerances
- Clip assembling
- Operational safety
- Company quality standards
- High-volume environments
- Quality assurance checks
- Injection molding techniques
- Hydraulic systems
- Sealing applications
- Electro-mechanical assembly
- Aircraft assembly techniques
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Packaging Line Operator (Contractual)
PBM Nutritionals LLC
04.2024 - 06.2025
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR (CONTRACTUAL)
HOLTEC INTERNATIONAL
01.2023 - 03.2024
PRESS OPERATOR (CONTRACTUAL)
Hoffmaster/Creative Converting
04.2022 - 01.2023
Manufacturing/Fabrication Operator
AFL Global
01.2021 - 02.2022
ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN
Nissan
11.2016 - 12.2020
ELECTRO MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER
SERVOTRONICS
03.2013 - 10.2016
AIRCRAFT STRUCTURE ASSEMBLER (UNDERWING)
Spirit AeroSystems
06.2011 - 02.2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Port Gibson High School