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Gary Knapp

820 Pearl St,IL

Summary

Dynamic operator with a strong work ethic and proven problem-solving skills, honed at SABIC Innovative Plastics. Expert in machinery operation and equipment maintenance, I excelled in reducing downtime through effective troubleshooting. Committed to safety and teamwork, I trained new operators, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Committed operations professional with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

SABIC Innovative Plastics, GE Plastics
04.2020 - Current
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.

Tool Room and Press Break Operator

Streator Dependable
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.

Residential and Commercial Property Management

Self Employed Services
08.2015 - 03.2019
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and in a team enviroment
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Welder/Fabricator

Auburn Tank
04.2014 - 08.2015

Weld and fabricate materials to customers drawings and specs.

  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.

Rolling Mill Adjuster

Nucor Steel Auburn
08.1996 - 06.2015

Adjust hot rolled bar stock to customer specifications and weight.

  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Port Byron Central High School
Port Byron, NY
06-1993

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Snow plowing and removal for several residential and commerical properties
  • Lawn and landscaping residential and commerical properties
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Residential construction and remodling
  • Residential electricity
  • Residential plumbing
  • Drywalling
  • Chemical handling
  • Mechanical understanding
  • Operational documentation
  • OSHA regulations (10 hour course)
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Strong work ethic
  • Good communication
  • Machinery operation
  • Worksite safety
  • OSHA guidelines
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Forklift operation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Production work
  • Production procedures
  • Quality assurance
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Flexible schedule
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective communication
  • Tool operation
  • Machine operation
  • Safety compliance

Timeline

Operator

SABIC Innovative Plastics, GE Plastics
04.2020 - Current

Tool Room and Press Break Operator

Streator Dependable
03.2019 - 04.2020

Residential and Commercial Property Management

Self Employed Services
08.2015 - 03.2019

Welder/Fabricator

Auburn Tank
04.2014 - 08.2015

Rolling Mill Adjuster

Nucor Steel Auburn
08.1996 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

Port Byron Central High School
Gary Knapp