Gage Kelley
Rock Island,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Manufacturing Professional with experience in production, warehouse operations, and equipment handling. Skilled in machine operation, quality inspection, and order fulfillment. Committed to safety and capable of adapting to dynamic production environments while quickly learning new technical skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector/Warehouse Packer
Steralite
Davenport, Iowa
04.2026 - Current
- Inspected containers from molding machines for defects, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Documented and reported defects and faulty products to supervisors for resolution.
- Maintained continuous workflow around molding machines to support production efficiency.
- Used tape machines to seal boxes of finished products for production and shipping.
- Boxed containers with the specified number of lids required for each product.
- Attached handles, labels, and wheels to containers.
- Operated multiple machines to support changing production needs.
Assembly Line Worker
Bellota Agrisolutions
Rock Island, Illinois
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed 50 lb blades on the production line to maintain continuous operation.
- Operated a lathe machine to sharpen agricultural blade edges while handling parts safely.
- Inspected blades before and after processing to identify defects and confirm quality.
- Measured blade dimensions and concave profiles to ensure they met specifications.
- Applied anti-rust coating to blades according to production specifications to support product durability and quality.
- Operated a metal shot blaster to remove rust and buildup, preparing blades for proper application of an antirust coating.
- Worked near hot industrial ovens while wearing required PPE.
Pizza Maker
Little Caesers Pizza
Rock Island, Illinois
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared pizzas according to customer orders and the specified ingredients.
- Prepared dough from scratch using mixing equipment, then divided the dough into portions for multiple pizzas.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace, supporting a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
Custodian
Moline School District 40
Moline, Illinois
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Sanitized high-touch surfaces following school district health and safety procedures.
- Sanitized bathroom toilets and sinks using different cleaning supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness of classroom floors by sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming based on flooring type.
Order Selector
Performance Food Group Co
Rock Island, Illinois
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Fulfilled orders ranging from 90 to 150 cases, building stable pallets with no overhang to ensure they fit properly in trailers.
- Frequently exceeded the 95% weekly production rate while picking cases and loading trucks.
- Loaded trucks using a pallet jack and load sheets, positioning and turning pallets to maximize trailer space.
- Operated a pallet jack for 12-hour shifts while safely navigating multiple sections of a warehouse.
- Adapted to work across dry, cooler, and freezer warehouse areas to support varying production needs.
- Transitioned between departments to support teams lagging in production and ensure quality standards were met.
Back of House Team Member
McAllister's Deli
Davenport, Iowa
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked sandwich, salad, and potato prep lines while safely using knives, gloves, and ovens to fulfill orders efficiently.
- Swept and mopped floors to ensure a clean and organized workspace.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes in a busy kitchen to maintain hygiene standards. and removed trash to maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rock Island High School
Rock Island, IL07-2021
Skills
- Quality control
- Defect identification
- Order fulfillment
- Production workflow
- Pallet jack operation
- Trailer loading
- Machine operation
- Safety & PPE compliance
Timeline
Inspector/Warehouse Packer
Steralite
04.2026 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
Bellota Agrisolutions
08.2025 - 03.2026
Pizza Maker
Little Caesers Pizza
08.2024 - 06.2025
Custodian
Moline School District 40
03.2024 - 07.2024
Order Selector
Performance Food Group Co
03.2022 - 10.2023
Back of House Team Member
McAllister's Deli
11.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Rock Island High School