Gage Franta
Belvidere,IL
Summary
Safety-conscious Plant Operator possessing in-depth knowledge of quality assurance protocols, waste management and equipment maintenance such as dairy machines and high speed bagger machines. Offering 3 years of experience performing wide variety of tasks to verify efficient operations. Strong troubleshooter recognized for quickly detecting problems and immediately taking corrective action.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Ferrara Candy
DeKalb, IL
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs to forward to management and maintenance personnel.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Manipulated controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Operate robotic arms within a manufacturing environment.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
Dairy Operator
Prarie Farms
Rockford, IL
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Received and processed customer orders for merchandise in a timely manner.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations when operating machinery or working near hazardous materials.
- Loaded, unloaded materials onto, off of delivery vehicles using pallet jacks or other material handling equipment.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
Service Manager
Massey Services
Alpharetta, GA
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with customers to offer solutions to service needs.
- Assisted in the development of marketing campaigns targeted at increasing sales opportunities from existing clients.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to services provided.
- Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Forsyth High School
Cumming, GA05.2016
Skills
- Equipment Monitoring
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Inspection
- Materials Management
- Machinery Operation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Staff Supervision
- Project Planning
- Shift Scheduling
- Goal Setting
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
Affiliations
- I enjoy taking time out of the day or week to go fishing, as well as attending my plants or garden
Accomplishments
When I was living in Georgia and working for Massey Services, I was recognized for being the youngest service manager in the company's history.
Timeline
Machine Operator
Ferrara Candy
10.2022 - 12.2023
Dairy Operator
Prarie Farms
08.2020 - 09.2022
Service Manager
Massey Services
12.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
West Forsyth High School
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