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Donte Jones

Clarksville,TN

Summary

Skilled Production Team Lead with over 5 years in high-volume manufacturing environments focused on establishing and accomplishing challenging goals. Highly effective at optimizing procedures and improving team performance to achieve productivity benchmarks and set new standards for success. Excellent safety record.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Team Lead

Jostens
Clarksville, TN
02.2022 - Current
  • Provided guidance and support to team members in order to optimize efficiency and productivity levels.
  • Monitored team performance to ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards and production goals.
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to meet customer requirements.
  • Collaborated with other departments in order to achieve common organizational objectives.
  • Ensured that all machinery is operated within safe working limits at all times.
  • Assessed employee performance on a regular basis for further improvement in their job roles.

Press Machine Operator

Jostens
Clarksville, TN
02.2019 - 02.2022
  • Inspected finished product for defects and conformance to specifications.
  • Operated press machine to cut, bend, form, punch, or straighten metal plates.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as speed, feed rate, and pressure according to job requirements.
  • Loaded materials into the machine hopper or manually placed parts in the machine bed.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts and replacing worn tools.
  • Ensured safety guidelines were followed during operation of machinery.
  • Cleaned equipment regularly after each shift for optimal performance.
  • Troubleshot mechanical problems that arose during production runs.
  • Provided training to new employees on safe operation of press machines.

Film Supervisor

Chicago Access Corporation
Chicago, IL
11.2005 - 12.2013
  • Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting
  • Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots
  • Operated television studio cameras during live production
  • Set up equipment for inside and outside shots
  • Communicated with talent to achieve desired results.

Education

Associate of Fine Arts - Filmmaking

Columbia College Of Chicago
05.2005

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making

Cover Letter

Dear Hiring Manager, I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supervisor production position. In the previous role, I was responsible for and maintain systems of work, plant and machinery that are safe and without risk for employees to achieve production targets. I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include: Analytical fact-based approach to problem solving Able to teach basic problem-solving tools to colleagues Works systematically and persistently with problem solving Able to motivate teams to continuous improvement Lean manufacturing Tools knowledge Process Leader Work Organization training or PSP training Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team. Sincerely, Donte Jones

Personal Information

Title: Production Team Lead

Timeline

Production Team Lead

Jostens
02.2022 - Current

Press Machine Operator

Jostens
02.2019 - 02.2022

Film Supervisor

Chicago Access Corporation
11.2005 - 12.2013

Associate of Fine Arts - Filmmaking

Columbia College Of Chicago
Donte Jones