Dustin Boyt
Utility Operator
Brookport,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic employee eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of listening and following instruction and training in any skill. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any environment . Experienced worker with over 4 years of experience in customer service . Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Enthusiastic machine/operator, and customer service representative eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of any task and excellent in training . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any industry. Wanting to explore many occupations.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Operator
Dippin Dots LLC
Paducah, KY
02.2016 - Current
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Reviewed work instructions and schedules to coordinate machine operation and production schedules.
- Used work instructions and measuring tools to check specifications of finished items.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
- Arranged and secured materials in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms.
- Updated daily production logs with timely and accurate information, regularly informing management of special incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Supervised and adjusted machinery when necessary, reducing downtime.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunctioning or excessive vibration and adjusted machines or replaced tools to eliminate problems.
- Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Connected pipes between vats and processing equipment.
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements.
- Communicated processing instructions to other workers.
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Dumped, poured and loaded specified amounts of refined or unrefined materials into equipment or containers for further processing or storage.
- Followed instructions and processes to maintain food and beverage integrity.
- Assessed issues with faulty equipment and utilized troubleshooting methods to alleviate problems and restore optimal production levels.
- Adhered to strict food safety and health practices to prevent such illnesses as E.coli and listeria from contaminating products.
- Cultivated positive work setting for all employees by actively listening and communicating with team members focused on common goals.
- Worked with large vats, paddles and agitators to blend, mix and heat raw materials.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
- Documented batch production information such as ingredients and amounts, cycle times and temperatures observed.
- Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
- Adjusted equipment during runs to maintain optimal settings and achieve high-quality products.
Production Machine Operator
Manpower Employment Agency
Paducah, KY
04.2015 - 01.2016
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunctioning or excessive vibration and adjusted machines or replaced tools to eliminate problems.
- Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Completed parts lubrication and other minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Operated metal bending equipment safely and efficiently with team of 3 employees.
- Documented production activity in logs and job tickets.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Followed instructions and directions on batch tickets for accurate results.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for cryogenically processer operations.
- Monitored machine operation for compliance with policies, procedures and processes.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for Dippin Dot LLC needs.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Paducah, KY
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Performed light housekeeping and cleaning by discarding trash and cardboard and sweeping and mopping floors.
- Realigned merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Met incoming trucks and used forklifts to move pallets to staging areas.
- Supported promotional plans by updating signage with price changes.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated and spoiled items.
- Checked aisles for spills or stock issue and made quick clean-up.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Moved and lifted heavy loads of merchandise using floor jack equipment.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Monitored deliveries by checking merchandise against invoice paperwork and notifying supervisor of discrepancies.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Unboxed product and placed on shelves according to layout and planogram guidelines.
- Stamped, attached or changed price tags on merchandise shelving and updated computerized price list.
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better shoppers.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Assessed shelves in all departments to determine which items to replenish or reorder.
- Hauled items from stock, using floor jack equipment and placed on correct store shelves.
- Collected assigned merchandise and transported to store floor locations using hand trucks.
- Adhered to safety processes and procedures when stocking store to avoid falls and other injuries.
Cook
CiCis Pizza
Kenner, LA
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Recommended menu items for new dish development, holidays, special events and promotions.
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Massac County High School
Metropolis, IL 08.2007 - 05.2008
Skills
Customer Service
Good listening skills
Self-motivated professional
Collaboration
Detail-oriented
Troubleshooting
Training & Development
Basic math
Good telephone etiquette
Planning and Coordination
Adaptability
Analytical skills
Computer skills
Teambuilding
Project Management
Written Communication
kayaking,camping,outdoors,
I love to explore the nature and the earth, and kayaking is where I clear my mind!
Timeline
Utility Operator
Dippin Dots LLC
02.2016 - Current
Production Machine Operator
Manpower Employment Agency
04.2015 - 01.2016
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
01.2014 - 02.2015
Cook
CiCis Pizza
06.2010 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Massac County High School
08.2007 - 05.2008