Jacob Whaley
Norfolk Southern
Wheelersburg,OH
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Freight Conductor with a proven track record at Norfolk Southern, excelling in route planning and safety compliance. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency through effective teamwork and critical thinking. Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and maintaining high-quality standards, contributing to seamless train operations and improved service delivery.
Work History
Freight Conductor
3 Years 11 Months- Coordinated train movements to ensure safe and timely transportation of goods.
- Monitored track conditions and reported hazards to maintain operational safety standards.
- Conducted inspections of freight cars and locomotives for compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize schedules and improve service efficiency.
- Trained new conductors on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
- Streamlined communication between crew members, resulting in improved operational coordination and responsiveness.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
Lead Injection Molding Process Technician
2 Years- Operated injection molding machines to produce high-quality components following established processes.
- Monitored production metrics to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues during production runs, contributing to swift problem resolution.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced product consistency and reduced waste.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize mold designs for improved functionality and durability.
- Conducted inspections of final products to verify adherence to specifications and quality benchmarks.
- Troubleshot issues with molds, pipes, belts, chains and Type equipment.
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies using Software.
- Reduced downtime through proactive management of tooling and equipment changeovers.
- Increased productivity by training new technicians in proper operating procedures and safety guidelines.
- Supported new product development efforts through mold trials, validations, and documentation activities.
- Played an integral role in reducing cycle times without compromising part quality or safety requirements.
- Strengthened communication between departments by serving as a liaison between production, quality assurance, engineering, and management staff members.
- Supervised daily molding operations to ensure production targets were met consistently.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve equipment malfunctions and minimize production interruptions.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff knowledge of molding techniques and safety practices.
- Coordinated material inventory management to streamline supply chain operations for molding processes.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
- Served as a subject matter expert on injection molding processes, troubleshooting complex problems quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the hiring process for new team members, selecting candidates with strong technical skills and a commitment to excellence.
Injection Molding Technician
3 Years- Operated and monitored injection molding machines to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, implementing adjustments for improved cycle times.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machine issues, reducing response time for repairs.
- Inspected finished products for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine settings, process parameters, and equipment maintenance records for quality control purposes.
- Troubleshot complex molding issues under tight deadlines, averting potential production delays and maintaining customer satisfaction.
Education
GED
Skills
Logbook maintenance
Route planning
Weather condition adaptation
Hazardous materials handling
Freight documentation
Emergency response procedures
Equipment troubleshooting
Security awareness
Signal interpretation
Railroad safety regulations
Freight classification
Railcar positioning
Maintaining equipment
Maintaining facilities
Managing performances
Performance preparation
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Critical thinking
Supervisory skills
Certification
Fork lift
Overhead crane
Hazmat certification
Conductor certification
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Lead Injection Molding Process Technician
Sogefi Group
09.2020 - 09.2022Read More
Injection Molding Technician
Sogefi Group
09.2017 - 09.2020Read More
Spring Valley
GED
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