DESHAUN PAYTON
Greenville,USA
Summary
To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand my learnings, knowledge, and skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Boviet Solar
Greenville, NC
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated machinery for solar panel production, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, conducting routine maintenance checks to maintain operational reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflow and enhance efficiency.
Automation Machine Operator/Technician
ITW Medical
Washington, USA
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Company Overview: ITW Medical, www.itwmedical.com
- Role: Non-Temporary, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
- Salary: $20.80/hr
Drywall Hanger and Finisher
PRECISION WALLS, INC
Greenville, NC
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Fits and fastens wallboard or sheetrock into specified position, using hand tools, portable power tools, or adhesive.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on framing, drywall, and trim for accurate installation.
- Installed blanket insulation between studs and secured plastic moisture barrier to enhance energy efficiency.
- Measure, cut, fit, and fasten panels.
- Prepare panels by sawing, drilling, or cutting holes in panels for electrical outlets, air-conditioning units, and plumbing.
- Screw panels to wood or metal framework.
- Use a lift to place ceiling panels.
- Fill joints in-between panels with spackle.
- Use trowels to spread spackle.
- Applied drywall sheets to vertical walls and horizontal ceilings, ensuring proper alignment and secure fastening.
- Prepared panels for painting by taping and finishing joints to ensure a smooth surface.
- Smoothing out surface imperfections on drywall using sanding tools to achieve a flawless finish.
- Sand areas after each coast.
- Trims rough edges from wallboard to maintain even joints, using knife.
- Measures and marks cutting lines on framing, drywall, and trim, using tape measure, straightedge or square, and marking devices.
- Installs blanket insulation between studs and tacks plastic moisture barrier over insulation.
- Removes plaster, drywall, or paneling, using crowbar and hammer.
- Assembles and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows, doorways, and vents.
- Reads blueprints and other specifications to determine method of installation, work procedures, and material and tool requirements.
- Lays out reference lines and points, computes position of framing and furring channels, and marks position, using chalk line.
- Suspends angle iron grid and channel iron from ceiling, using wire.
- Installs horizontal and vertical metal or wooden studs for attachment of wallboard on interior walls, using hand tools.
- Cuts metal or wood framing, angle and channel iron, and trim to size, using cutting tools.
- Work with ceiling tile installers to build walls.
- Sand areas after each coat.
Grill Cook
Peadan's Grill
Greenville, NC
02.2012 - 01.2018
- Prepares foods to the specifications of the client.
- Prepares food before the arrival of guests.
- Adjusted food items for guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns to enhance dining experience.
- Manages other employees in the kitchen.
- Liaised with front-of-house employees to maintain optimal food service temperature and guest satisfaction.
- Seasons food according to recipes or company needs.
- Orders ingredients and spices as needed.
- Operates various kitchen appliances such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference.
- Devises new recipes.
- Estimates expected food consumption and organizes preparation.
- Maintained accurate records of food purchases to ensure efficient inventory management.
- Orders new menu items for specials or cheap deals.
- Butchers and cooks animal meat based on the restaurant atmosphere.
- Meets with customers to ensure a great meal experience.
- Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins.
- Stays open until the last customer leaves.
- Offers a creative menu to compete with other local restaurants.
- Communicates with owner about how to improve meal service.
- Alters dishes based on consumer suggestions or requirements.
Taxi Driver
Courtesy Transportation
Greenville, NC
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Drive people from one place to another in a taxi cab.
- Pick up people at their request.
- Assessed and provided accurate directions using GPS or local knowledge to ensure efficient travel.
- Figure out where passengers are going.
- Determine fares based on distance, number of passengers, or times.
- Ask for directions or determine directions on GPS.
- Use knowledge of local streets and traffic patterns to avoid heavy traffic.
- Turn on and off meter.
- Take payments.
- Make change and issue receipts.
- Pay tolls.
- Help passengers get in and out of car.
- Carry packages and luggage.
- Operate wheelchair lifts.
- Perform errands for customers.
- Calculated and communicated fares based on distance, passenger count, and time to ensure transparency for customers.
- Vacuum and clean interior of cab.
- Executed various errands for customers, enhancing their overall travel experience.
- Wash and dry windows until they shine.
- Make minor repairs and adjustments.
- Service car and determine if repairs are needed.
- Get oil changed and fluids checked regularly.
- Put air in tires.
- Clean walkways.
- Answer requests to receive vehicle assignments.
Construction Worker
Horne Brothers Construction, Inc.
Greenville, NC
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Assisted construction site workers in erecting structures and performing demolition tasks to ensure project timelines were met.
- Unloaded and loaded construction materials on-site to ensure efficient workflow.
- Distributed materials to workstations to expedite construction processes.
- Drill and blast into earth and rock.
- Mix and pour concrete and asphalt.
- Level concrete and earth using trowels and shovels.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials to maintain workflow and support project progress.
- Removed debris from construction sites to maintain a safe working environment.
- Clean up spills and remove hazardous material.
- Direct and control traffic.
- Assisted heavy equipment operators in securing special attachments to equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Assist heavy equipment operators to secure special attachments to equipment.
- Oiled and greased hoists to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Operate pneumatic hammers, vibrators and tampers.
- Assisted in the demolition of buildings using explosives to prepare sites for new construction.
Education
High school diploma - GED
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NCSkills
- [Equipment] operation
- Machinery operation
- Bandsaw operation
- Forklift operation
- Manual machining
- Automated assembly
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment calibration
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- QC
- Process optimization
- Statistical process control
- Automation troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting breakdowns
- Modifications and adjustments
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Complex problem solving
- Mechanical aptitude
- Strong work ethic
- Effective communication
- Strong work ethic
- Changeover procedures
- Changeover procedures
- Manual machining
- Automated assembly
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Machine Operator
Boviet Solar
08.2025 - 03.2026
Automation Machine Operator/Technician
ITW Medical
04.2024 - 05.2025
Drywall Hanger and Finisher
PRECISION WALLS, INC
04.2019 - 04.2021
Taxi Driver
Courtesy Transportation
05.2017 - 09.2017
Construction Worker
Horne Brothers Construction, Inc.
01.2016 - 06.2016
Grill Cook
Peadan's Grill
02.2012 - 01.2018
High school diploma - GED
Pitt Community College