Ernest T. Wade
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Machine Operator
Atlantic Construction Fabrics
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
Production Machine Operator
Sigma Food Group
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
MIG Welder
Container Centralen Inc.
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Prepared surfaces for welds through scraping, scoring, and other techniques.
- Assessed welds for specifications with work orders.
- Assisted in training new employees on MIG welding techniques, resulting in increased productivity levels for the team.
- Reduced project completion time by consistently meeting or exceeding daily welding quotas.
- Enhanced weld quality by utilizing MIG welding techniques for various metal types and thicknesses.
Picker
Integrity Staffing Solutions - Amazon
11.2014 - 12.2015
Production line
C. F. Sauers
07.2012 - 01.2013
- Watched for bad bottle tops and crooked labels
- Put boxes and displays together
- Trained new temps
General Laborer
Staffmark Temporary Agency
05.2010 - 06.2012
- NAPA Auto Parts – (Auto Select/Stocker)
- Auto select with scan gun to maintain inventory
- Stocked shelves with various
- Goodwill, Inc
- – (Freight Handler/Stocker)
- Unloaded various (clothes, furniture, toys, etc.) from numerous trucks
- Taking in clothing and furniture donations
Customer Service Inventory Associate
Wal-Mart
12.2008 - 04.2010
- Unloaded various items and materials on numerous trucks
- Operated forklift to unload freight
- Stocked groceries
Housekeeper
Days Inn
08.2007 - 04.2010
- Repaired and maintained hotel rooms and grounds
Driver
CRST
12.2006 - 06.2007
- Drove long distance
- Backed in truck to bay door for unloading
- Hooked and unhooked trailers
Order Selector
Southern Cold Storage
03.2006 - 11.2006
- Operated stand up forklift and pallet rider
- Picked various ice cream orders
Education
High School Diploma - Academics
Huguenot High School
Richmond, VA06.1996
Skills
- Standard operating procedures knowledge
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety Compliance
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Quality Control Processes
- Quality Control Procedures
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Manufacturing best practices
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Workflow Analysis
- Operational safety
- Standard operating procedures proficient
- Good Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Assembly and production
- Machine Maintenance
- Power and hand tools
- Production Monitoring
- Quality Control
- Machinery Operation
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Type best practices
- Process Improvement
- Machine changeovers
- Workplace Safety
- Manufacturing
- Heavy Lifting
- Forklift Operation
- Start Up Procedures
- Equipment operation
- Logistics
- Machinery Cleaning
- Order reading
- Machining and production standards
- Production preparation
- Quality Assurance Controls
- CAD Software
Timeline
Production Machine Operator
Atlantic Construction Fabrics
03.2024 - 10.2024
Production Machine Operator
Sigma Food Group
09.2021 - 02.2024
MIG Welder
Container Centralen Inc.
02.2018 - 09.2021
Picker
Integrity Staffing Solutions - Amazon
11.2014 - 12.2015
Production line
C. F. Sauers
07.2012 - 01.2013
General Laborer
Staffmark Temporary Agency
05.2010 - 06.2012
Customer Service Inventory Associate
Wal-Mart
12.2008 - 04.2010
Housekeeper
Days Inn
08.2007 - 04.2010
Driver
CRST
12.2006 - 06.2007
Order Selector
Southern Cold Storage
03.2006 - 11.2006
High School Diploma - Academics
Huguenot High School
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