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Work History
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Certification
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Donavan Mckinney

Lafayette,IN

Summary

  • Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a manufacturing background at Nanshan America, excelling in problem-solving and teamwork. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective troubleshooting and training.


  • Manufacturing professional prepared for role in extrusion line operations, bringing valuable experience in maintaining high standards of quality. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results.


  • Knowledgeable Extrusion Operator with over 7 years of experience in aluminum manufacturing industry. Proficient in forklift operations and mechanical inspections.


  • Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an experienced manufacturing position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Extrusion Line Operator

Nanshan America
09.2017 - 07.2025
  • Worked closely with management to establish realistic production schedules that aligned with customer expectations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to address any production challenges.
  • Spearheaded troubleshooting efforts when equipment malfunctioned, diagnosing issues quickly and minimizing downtime losses.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper extrusion line operation procedures, increasing overall team proficiency.
  • Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.


Registered Technician

BrightView Landscape
03.2007 - 08.2017
  • Consistently maintained detailed records of test findings, supporting thorough documentation and accurate procedures.
  • Displayed strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting issues during testing processes, minimizing delays in obtaining results.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Trained new team members on duties pertaining to lawn and maintenance.

Education

Carroll Jr/Senior High School
Flora, IN

Skills

  • Stress tolerance
  • Manufacturing background
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Effective communication
  • Forklift operations
  • Machine adjustment
  • Problem-solving abilities

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Collaborated with our team in the development of Excursion processing.
  • Achieved meeting customers needs and orders, through effectively helping with Excursion process from beginning to end.
  • Documented and resolved quality control which led to customer satisfaction.

Certification

  • Excrusion line operator at Nanshan America for almost 8 years.

Languages

English

Timeline

Extrusion Line Operator

Nanshan America
09.2017 - 07.2025

Registered Technician

BrightView Landscape
03.2007 - 08.2017

Carroll Jr/Senior High School
Donavan Mckinney