Dustin Parker
Meredosia,IL
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Engineer
Bound To Stay Bound
Jacksonville, IL
11.2024 - Current
- Developed project plans to ensure successful completion of special projects.
- Identified potential risks associated with projects and proposed mitigation plans.
- Coordinated with senior management to ensure project objectives were met.
- Performed regular maintenance and checks on machines used in the manufacturing process.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, tools, gauges and other equipment needed for the efficient manufacture of products.
- Inspected electrical and mechanical equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and preform and needed adjustments or maintenance.
R2 - Operations Manager
Reynolds Consumer Products Inc.
Jacksonville , IL
02.2021 - Current
- Coordinated teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services and ensure safety of teams.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
Owner/Manager of Operations
The Approach Inc.
Meredosia, Illinois
10.2016 - 01.2021
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Crew Boss
Scott Logging
Versailles, IL
01.2010 - 09.2016
- Supervised a team of 10-15 individuals, providing daily direction and guidance on job tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of labor hours, equipment usage and materials used in each project.
- Conducted pre-shift meetings with crew members to review safety protocols and work assignments for the day.
Auxiliary Operator
Ameren Illinois
Meredosia, IL
06.2003 - 12.2009
- Operated equipment within safety parameters, according to company guidelines.
- Started up auxiliary systems when main power sources were unavailable or offline for repairs.
- Repaired minor malfunctions in the system components, or reported major ones for repair.
- Recorded readings from gauges, thermometers, pressure indicators, and other instrumentation into logbooks.
- Monitored gas and steam pressure levels to ensure optimal performance of the facility's systems.
Education
Welding/Pipefitting
Midwest Technical Institute
Lincoln, IL08-2001
High School Diploma -
Meredosia Chambersburg High School
Meredosia, IL05-1999
Skills
- Maintenance Planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Organizational Management
- Continuous improvements
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Lockout and tag out procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Low-medium voltage systems
- Welding
Timeline
Production Engineer
Bound To Stay Bound
11.2024 - Current
R2 - Operations Manager
Reynolds Consumer Products Inc.
02.2021 - Current
Owner/Manager of Operations
The Approach Inc.
10.2016 - 01.2021
Crew Boss
Scott Logging
01.2010 - 09.2016
Auxiliary Operator
Ameren Illinois
06.2003 - 12.2009
Welding/Pipefitting
Midwest Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Meredosia Chambersburg High School