Eric Thornton
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dedicated Machine Operator with a strong work ethic and proven expertise at WestRock. Enhanced production efficiency through proactive machine maintenance and quality control, ensuring consistent output. Skilled in machinery operation and effective communication, contributing to team success and safety compliance while achieving high-quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
WestRock
Germantown, WI
10.2017 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
- Enhanced machine longevity with proactive maintenance and timely replacement of worn parts.
Education
Tucker’s Institution of Learning
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Machinery operations
- Computer skills
- Assembly and production
- Equipment operation
- Power and hand tools
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Machine maintenance
- Quality control
- Manufacturing experience
- Machinery cleaning
- Basic math
- Quality assurance
- Shipping and labeling
- Manufacturing
- Start up procedures
- Assembly procedures
- Equipment monitoring
- Process improvement
- Equipment inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Machine programming
- Materials management
- Operations support
- Precision measurement
- Performance management
- Part positioning
Timeline
Machine Operator
WestRock
10.2017 - Current
Tucker’s Institution of Learning