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Dustin Thompson

Salem,Virginia

Summary

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Motivated Production Line Worker proficient in quality checks, finishing work and equipment calibration. Ready to tackle new challenges and to contribute to team and company success. Supportive Team Lead with 5 years of experience leading teams. Expert in following detailed production schedules with distinguished history of maximizing productivity. Committed to proactive reorganization for optimized safety and efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembly Line Worker

Mack Truck
11.2022 - Current
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
  • Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to apply best practices on assembly line operations and comply with procedures and regulations.
  • Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.

Assembler

Altec
10.2017 - 11.2022
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
  • Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
  • Aligned materials and merged parts to construct complex units.
  • Monitored production to verify quality and completion of task in designated timeframes.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

Quality Inspector

Altec
10.2017 - 11.2022
  • Inspected finished product with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
  • Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
  • Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
  • Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
  • Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
  • Identified and helped resolve production problems, increasing output while reducing errors.
  • Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
  • Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Identified defects during cyclical checks.
  • Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolution with development team and functional leads.
  • Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.

Delivery Driver

UPS
08.2007 - 10.2017
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Glenvar High School
Roanoke, VA

No Degree - Accounting

Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA

Skills

  • Aligning Parts
  • Checking Tolerances
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Reporting and Analysis
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Quality Assurance Procedures
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Mentorship and Training
  • Safety Procedures

Timeline

Assembly Line Worker

Mack Truck
11.2022 - Current

Assembler

Altec
10.2017 - 11.2022

Quality Inspector

Altec
10.2017 - 11.2022

Delivery Driver

UPS
08.2007 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Glenvar High School

No Degree - Accounting

Virginia Western Community College
Dustin Thompson