Ethan Hedrick
Lexington,OH
Summary
Dedicated Mill Operator excelling in equipment operation and quality assurance. Proven ability to implement process improvements, reduce downtime, and maintain high safety standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Operator
Mennel Milling
Logan, OH
03.2023 - 06.2026
- Operated milling equipment to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and addressing inefficiencies to optimize workflow.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets while maintaining high safety practices.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced waste during operations.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations throughout the milling process to maintain quality standards.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Reduced downtime for equipment repairs by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues before they became critical.
- Operated forklift to load, unload and move supplies from one destination to another.
Flour Miller
Mennel Milling
Logan, OH
03.2023 - 06.2026
- Operated and maintained milling equipment for optimal flour production quality.
- Conducted routine quality checks on flour products to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Operated mills, blenders and materials consistent with company quality standards.
- Took product samples at appropriate times for bulk index and granulation testing.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and fostering teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced production downtime by troubleshooting equipment issues quickly and effectively, minimizing delays in operations.
- Monitored ingredient blending processes closely, ensuring precise ratios were maintained consistently for optimal product quality and consistency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pioneer Career Center
Shelby, OH05-2020
Skills
- Manual milling
- Problem resolution
- Machine setup
- Precision measuring
- Stress tolerance
- Equipment operation
- Adaptive learning
- Tool selection
- Quality assurance
- Hazard prevention
- Production paperwork
- Milling machine operations
- Machinery operation
- Staff training and development
Timeline
Mill Operator
Mennel Milling
03.2023 - 06.2026
Flour Miller
Mennel Milling
03.2023 - 06.2026
High School Diploma -
Pioneer Career Center