I am experienced with operating complex machinery and maintaining production efficiency. Utilizes problem-solving skills to address mechanical issues quickly and effectively. Strong understanding of quality control standards and safety protocols in manufacturing environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chipping Line Operator
Pixelle
11.2010 - 08.2025
Operating and maintaining machinery that processes wood into chips for the pulp mill.
Duties included: feeding material into the machine, adjusting settings to control output size, monitoring the production line for quality and malfunctions, and performing minor repairs or maintenance.
Assistant Operator
Glatfelter (The Reserves Network)
05.2010 - 11.2010
Operated heavy machinery, including a winder, paper roll machines, forklifts, and cranes.
Organized materials within the building. Worked with operators to ensure all necessary supplies were available when needed by other employees.
Ohio Woodland Job Corp-Conservation Worker
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
09.2009 - 04.2010
Performed maintenance throughout the State Parks, which included maintaining the ditches, headers, and culverts. Also, ensure the removal of fallen trees for the safety of visitors to the park grounds.
Ensured all State Park recreational facilities were maintained in a clean, sanitary condition. Provided preventative maintenance to all equipment.
Performed important sustainable forestry practices that improve forest health, which included removing invasive species and performing crop tree release.
Division of Forestry-Scioto Trails and Tar Hollow State Forests
Laborer
CJ Mahan Construction Company LLC
07.2008 - 12.2008
Performed the fundamental processes in construction, used to create foundations such as building forms and pouring concrete walls for projects.
Laborer
Double Z Construction Inc.
04.2003 - 05.2008
Performed the fundamental processes in construction with others to build concrete forms for bridges, sidewalks, and walls.
Operating heavy machinery, including a backhoe and a skid loader.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waverly High School
Waverly, OH
01.2000
Skills
Work Ethic
Heavy Machine Operator
Self-Motivated
Supply Coordination
Team-Oriented
Maintenance
Dependable
Quality Control
OSHA Safety Trained
Painting
Workplace safety
Stress tolerance
Quality control
Flexible schedule
Certification
Pesticide Safety Program and Training Requirements for Trained Service Personnel
Chainsaw Levels I and II Training (provided by Ohio Forestry Association)