Derek Bowen
Aumsville,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented Die Cutter Machine Operator with a strong focus on quality assurance, employee training, and problem-solving. Proven ability to adhere to specifications and enhance production standards through effective communication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Die Cutter Machine Operator
Packaging Corporation of America
Salem, Oregon
04.2014 - Current
- Operate and maintain various die-cutting machines, ensuring precision and adherence to production specifications.
- Perform quality assurance checks throughout the production process to ensure the product meets all standards.
- Train new employees on machine operation, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding any issues encountered during shift.
Engineering Technician
Sanyo Solar of Oregon
Salem, Oregon
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Investigate and create corrective actions for customer complaints.
- Track the performance of inspection tools to ensure they perform at the highest accuracy level possible.
- Monitor the calibration and accuracy of all measuring and inspection tools in the Quality Control department.
- Made changes to processes to improve the quality of products.
Quality Control Inspector
Sanyo Solar of Oregon
Salem , OR
12.2009 - 01.2012
- Coordinate workflow to meet quality standards and production targets.
- Perform 100% visual inspections of production materials.
- Train operators in multiple jobs, including visual inspections, sample analysis, and automated inspection equipment.
- Create work instruction documentation.
- Maintain quality and manufacturing records.
Senior Group Leader
Philips Products
Stayton, Oregon
01.2003 - 08.2009
- Managed day-to-day operations and over 20 employees for the manufacturing line.
- Authored area standard job procedure documentation.
- Implemented quality improvement programs, including spot audits and root cause analysis.
- Performed weekly safety audits to ensure the department was OSHA-compliant.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School
Turner, OR06-2001
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Adherence to specifications
- Product inspection
- Multitasking Abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Die Cutter Machine Operator
Packaging Corporation of America
04.2014 - Current
Engineering Technician
Sanyo Solar of Oregon
01.2012 - 01.2014
Quality Control Inspector
Sanyo Solar of Oregon
12.2009 - 01.2012
Senior Group Leader
Philips Products
01.2003 - 08.2009
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School