Jacob Winders
Pekin
Summary
Dynamic Team Leader at Rivian Automotive with proven problem-solving skills, enhancing operational efficiency by resolving production bottlenecks. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective communication, I developed training programs that improved team performance and safety standards. Committed to excellence, I consistently foster collaboration to drive results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Maintenance Technician
Lozier Fluid Management
08.2025 - Current
- Sit down/ stand up/ rollover fork truck operation
- Monitoring of fluid concentration levels and preventative maintenance
- Answer customer calls to customer satisfaction in order to maintain good contract standing
Team Leader
Rivian Automotive
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Identified and resolved production bottlenecks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting production robot failures to minimize downtime.
- Followed assembly station procedures to maintain high productivity standards.
- Collaborated with processing engineering team to suggest improvements for safety and efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area during downtime, ensuring readiness for operations.
- Developed training programs for new operators to uphold production efficiency and safety standards.
- Proactively addressed potential production issues, working with engineering to implement preventative measures.
Food Maker/Service
Taco Bell
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Streamlined order processing to reduce customer wait times significantly.
- Ensured accurate and speedy relaying of orders to kitchen staff.
- Managed complete order lifecycle, verifying quality and quantity prior to packaging.
- Trained new employees on efficient execution of responsibilities and tasks.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, addressing needs effectively.
Firing Range Technician
Chillicothe Sportsman Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Effectively maintained and loaded automatic clay pigeon target launchers.
- Scored trap shotgun shooting events.
- Helped manage the storage warehouse.
- Place maintenance orders for any repairs out of my scope of practice.
- Policing empty shell casing and other general cleaning.
Packaging Handler
SC2/Caterpillar
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Prepared shipments for safe transport, packaging finished goods into specific shipping containers.
- Reduced warehouse safety hazards through consistent cleaning and organization tasks.
- Verified documentation and packaging materials to reduce packaging errors.
- Applied packaging grease and other packaging necessaries to caterpillar mining parts.
- Identify and report any damaged or defective packaging materials to ensure the safe delivery of Caterpillar mining parts.
Education
Certification - EMT-B-b
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL06-2025
High School -
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, Illinois12-2022
Skills
- Multi-style forklift operation and training
- Problem-solving skills
- Customer service excellence
- Cash register operation
- Order packaging efficiency
- Loyalty program management
- Effective communication and listening
- Team collaboration and leadership
Affiliations
- Dog owner
- Men's Book club assistant leader
- World of Warcraft Classic Guild officer
- Mens rec league basketball player
- Intermediate Powerlifter
Timeline
Machine Maintenance Technician
Lozier Fluid Management
08.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Rivian Automotive
06.2023 - 07.2025
Food Maker/Service
Taco Bell
07.2022 - 09.2023
Packaging Handler
SC2/Caterpillar
08.2021 - 10.2021
Firing Range Technician
Chillicothe Sportsman Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
High School -
Illinois Central College
Certification - EMT-B-b
Illinois Central College