Gerald Savage
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. 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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
GQ's Grill
04.2008 - 12.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Machine Operator
Aearo
12.1999 - 02.2008
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Checked quality of [Product or Service] by frequent chemical analysis.
Dock Worker
Hook's Warehouse
03.1994 - 12.1999
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Indianapolis, IN.06.1987
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Waste Reduction
- Computer Skills
- OSHA Certification
- Active Learning
- Monitoring Line Supplies
- Organize Supplies
- Assembly Procedures
- Quality Inspections
- Production Operations
- Heavy Lifting
- Completing Examinations
- Loading and Unloading Protocols
- Manufacturing
- CNC and Manual Equipment
- Socket Wrenches
- Assembly and Production
- Preventive Maintenance
- Corrective Actions
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
- Company Guidelines and Procedures
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- CNC Machines
- Safety Compliance
- Good Communication
- Specifications Verification
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Measuring Tools
- Inspect Parts
- Machinery Operation
- Settings Control and Calibration
- Package Shipment
- Equipment Monitoring
Timeline
Manager
GQ's Grill
04.2008 - 12.2019
Machine Operator
Aearo
12.1999 - 02.2008
Dock Worker
Hook's Warehouse
03.1994 - 12.1999
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
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