Derek Vinall
Menomonie,WI
Summary
Detail-oriented production technician with expertise in routine inspections and operations monitoring. Committed to maintaining a positive work environment and ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Hot End Technician
Cardinal Glass Industries
Menomonie, WI
10.2020 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting to enhance equipment reliability.
- Collaborated between six shift members to manage four job positions; streamlining production processes and improving efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on equipment operation, safety standards, and best practices to ensure consistency across the plant.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and supplies, coordinating timely replenishment as needed.
- Led initiatives to optimize workflow, resulting in improved production timelines and reduced waste.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Digitally analyze production for defects or mechanical issues.
Cold End Technician
Cardinal FG
Menomonie, WI
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Packed a large variety of cut glass on to racks
- Manually lifted 10-30lbs of glass repeatedly
- Monitored machinery that transports glass
- Perform final quality control inspection
- Operated glass wrapping and packaging machine
- Conducted routine cleaning procedures
- Collaborated with team members
- Operated forklift
Stocker
Fleet Farm
Menomonie, WI
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Operated a Forklift.
- Monitored and organized inventory ensuring accuracy in stock counts and reporting issues promptly.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Managed customer flow in and out of the lumberyard to ensure customers retrieved and left with their desired items.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School
Menomonie, WISkills
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- Routine Inspections
- Product Inspections
- Operations monitoring
- Multitasking and organization
- Written/Verbal communication
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Hot End Technician
Cardinal Glass Industries
10.2020 - Current
Cold End Technician
Cardinal FG
06.2019 - 10.2020
Stocker
Fleet Farm
09.2018 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School