Desmond Gaines
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks. Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Tyson Foods
Kansas City, Kansas
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Cashier
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
Kansas City, Kansas
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grishet High School
Detroit, MI05-2000
Skills
- Basic Math
- Quality Assurance
- Machinery Cleaning
- Automated Assembly
- Equipment Operation
- Workplace Safety
- Safety Compliance
- Machinery Operation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Affiliations
Can come up with different ideas to help the company produce effective products. Im a fast learner and very detailed oriented. I'm hands on and don't like leaving a job unfinished.
Timeline
Machine Operator
Tyson Foods
09.2023 - 05.2024
Cashier
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
04.2023 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Grishet High School