Gerald Mills
Markham,IL
Summary
Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operator 4
Zoetis
11.2005 - 11.2023
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- SAP trained with compatible systems.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- weighed and staged raw material for production.
- Operated forklift in the process of moving finished products to production to warehouse.
- Operated top-of-the-line equipment while adhering to safety procedures and effectively generated results.
- Used PLC control to transfer product from SILO to hopper.
- Transported samples to lab for testing
CTA Para Transit Service Driver
SCR
09.2003 - 10.2005
- Delivered orders to customers to drive full satisfaction.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers to promote continued business opportunities.
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns.
- Handled customer concerns and issues by answering questions and escalating major problems to supervisor.
- Communicated regularly with dispatcher for delivery route details and changes.
Freight Handler
Consolidated Freightways
02.2002 - 12.2002
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and improve productivity.
- Inspected freight for any damage or faults prior to loading.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to improve efficiency and comply with regulations.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
- Attached labels to finalized products before shipment.
- Blocked and braced freight to prevent shifting and product damage during transport.
Production Manager
Pearl Paint
01.1994 - 04.2002
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
General Highschool Education
New York, NY09.2002
Skills
- Material Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Materials Handling
- Material Quality Inspection
- Product Assembly
- SAP With Compatible System
- Workflow Analysis
- Equipment Operation
- Certified In CPR And Confined Rescue
- Trained In Lock Out, Tag Out power and equipment for confined space entry
- Equipment Calibration
- Strong communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Production line efficiency
Timeline
Production Operator 4
Zoetis
11.2005 - 11.2023
CTA Para Transit Service Driver
SCR
09.2003 - 10.2005
Freight Handler
Consolidated Freightways
02.2002 - 12.2002
Production Manager
Pearl Paint
01.1994 - 04.2002
High School Diploma -
General Highschool Education
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