Dylan Bates
Bloomington,United States
Summary
Highly motivated and driven employee seeking new challenges to enhance skills. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Thrives in any work environment. Proven track record of working effectively without supervision and quickly acquiring mastery of new skills. Diligent problem-solver with a resourceful mindset and organized style. Excellent communication skills and focus on achieving desired outcomes, consistently exceeding expectations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Capping Operator
Simtra Biopharmaceutical Solutions
Bloomington, IN
05.2024 - Current
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Primary Filling Operator
Catalent Pharma Solutions
Bloomington, United States
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of production, waste, and other related data.
- Monitored machinery performance and reported malfunctions or breakdowns in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating the machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from pallets onto the production line.
- Followed all company policies and procedures regarding safety, cleanliness, and quality assurance standards.
- Cleaned equipment as needed to maintain a safe working environment.
- Stored raw materials according to established guidelines.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with machinery when they arose.
- Evaluated inventory levels to determine restocking needs for supplies used during production runs.
- Disposed of hazardous waste properly in accordance with environmental regulations..
- Documented daily tasks performed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Assessed finished products against customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Attached labels to packaged items or stenciled information on containers.
- Removed damaged or inferior materials to prepare products for packaging.
- Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
Milling/Equipment Operator
Indiana Limestone
Bloomington, United States
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
- Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.
- Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
- Adhered strictly to designated schedules for completing assigned tasks within specified timeframes.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Trained new employees in proper operation of heavy machinery according to company guidelines.
- Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to completion of assigned jobs.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
Trainee
Sunrise Coal
Oaktown, IN
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Removed debris from mined areas using shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
- Supported mining operations by loading materials into trucks or railcars.
- Followed detailed plans regarding tunnel design, depth of diggings.
- Kept track of supplies needed for daily operations in the underground mines.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
Flexographic Technician Trainee
TASUS
Bloomington, United States
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Inspected materials to be printed for defects.
- Loaded rolls of material onto spindles and threaded into the press.
- Calibrated color register systems on the press.
- Applied inks to plates with hand rollers or automated applicators.
- Cleaned and maintained anilox rollers according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Prepared ink mixing formulas according to job specifications.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions as needed.
- Assisted in loading film cylinders onto the press units.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
- Followed production schedule and met deadlines efficiently.
- Reported any irregularities or issues with machines to management personnel.
- Measured material thicknesses prior to running jobs on the press.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
- Loaded printing press with paper and modified margins to comply with paper size requirements.
- Reviewed job orders to determine amount of paper needed, ink color and potential special instructions.
- Assessed inventory and ordered new ink, paper and other materials to keep supplies stocked.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Underground Mining Certificate
Sunrise Coal
Oaktown, INLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Catalent Pharma Solutions
Bloomington, INHigh School Diploma -
Bloomington High School North
Bloomington, IN05-2022
Skills
- Waste Reduction
- Workplace Safety
- Product Inspection
- Production Scheduling
- Sanitation Procedures
- Assembly line experience
- Packaging expertise
- Machine Operation
- Production Monitoring
- Performance Optimization
- Pneumatic Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Forklift Operation
- Operational Efficiency
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Hydraulic systems
- Deadline Management
Timeline
Capping Operator
Simtra Biopharmaceutical Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Primary Filling Operator
Catalent Pharma Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Milling/Equipment Operator
Indiana Limestone
10.2022 - 01.2023
Trainee
Sunrise Coal
10.2022 - 11.2022
Flexographic Technician Trainee
TASUS
12.2021 - 08.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Underground Mining Certificate
Sunrise Coal
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Catalent Pharma Solutions
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School North