Donovan Law
Danville,VA
Summary
Experienced machine operator with 12+ years of expertise in optimizing tool performance, testing, and effectiveness. Skilled in interpreting complex safety guidelines, exceeding operational efficiency objectives, and maintaining a clean work environment. Proficient in selecting raw materials, adjusting performance levels, and troubleshooting issues with a commitment to team success. Strong expertise in mill operations, ensuring smooth workflow, machine maintenance, and quality control. Known for reliability and achieving operational goals through focused effort and collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Operator/Gum Strip Attendant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Operated Industrial Rubber Mills
- Monitored weights of rubber mixing compounds to spec
- Keep Rubber Aligned within 2in spec
- Operate Forklift, hand trucks, pull trucks, and Boom Lifts
- Logged Specs and Quality Daily into system
- Operate Extruder Head
- Line Lead of Operation (Extruder 4)
- Clean & Maintain Safe Work environment
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of milling machines as required based on production needs.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles into daily routines, reducing waste while maintaining high-quality outputs.
Material Handler
Morgan Olson
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
- Observed inventory allocation to maintain material needs and production deadlines.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
- Logged unit quantities and entered data into inventory database.
- Alerted purchasing team of shortages or damaged goods identified when unloading trucks.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Essel Propack
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Produced daily reports on shipments, team performance and financial numbers.
- Maintained work areas and kept organized.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and hand truck to move materials within warehouse and to and from shipping vehicle.
Machine Operator
Mohawk Industries Inc
07.2013 - 07.2020
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
Education
BS - Information & Cybersecurity Operations
ECPI Online University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Danville Community College
Danville, VAAdvanced High School Diploma - undefined
Galileo Magnet High School
Danville, VA05.2012
Skills
- Manual milling
- Problem resolution
- Machine setup
- Precision measuring
- Stress tolerance
- Equipment operation
- Material handling
- Decision-making
- Customer service
- Logistics analysis
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Shipping and receiving procedures
- Workplace cleanliness standards
- Pallet jack handling
Timeline
Mill Operator/Gum Strip Attendant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
02.2022 - 03.2025
Material Handler
Morgan Olson
07.2021 - 01.2022
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Essel Propack
11.2020 - 01.2022
Machine Operator
Mohawk Industries Inc
07.2013 - 07.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Danville Community College
Advanced High School Diploma - undefined
Galileo Magnet High School
BS - Information & Cybersecurity Operations
ECPI Online University
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