Enjoy spending time with my family, We do a big cornhole fundraiser and all proceeds go to veterans around the area
Frederick Hunter
Hampden,ME
Summary
Proven Machine Operator with a track record of enhancing production efficiency and safety at Lincoln Paper & Tissue. Skilled in forklift operation and adept at problem-solving, consistently reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance. Demonstrated leadership as a Crew Chief in the U.S Air Force, ensuring meticulous adherence to safety protocols and workplace cleanliness, contributing to a significant reduction in work-related injuries.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Dennis Food Service
06.2021 - Current
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
Process Operator
First Quality Tissue SE
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
- Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure products met or exceeded customer specifications.
Machine Operator
Lincoln Paper & Tissue
05.1990 - 10.2015
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
Crew Chief
U.S Air Force
12.1985 - 12.1989
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and worked with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
Education
No Degree - Vocation
Penquis Valley
Milo, ME06-1985
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Warehouse organization
- Heavy lifting
- Materials handling
- Loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Workplace cleanliness
- Loading dock procedures
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Safety protocols
Interests
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Dennis Food Service
06.2021 - Current
Process Operator
First Quality Tissue SE
08.2016 - 06.2021
Machine Operator
Lincoln Paper & Tissue
05.1990 - 10.2015
Crew Chief
U.S Air Force
12.1985 - 12.1989
No Degree - Vocation
Penquis Valley
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