Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Production Machine Operator at Owens Corning. Proven expertise in quality inspection and safety compliance, coupled with strong record-keeping and employee training skills. Successfully enhanced production efficiency while maintaining high standards, ensuring optimal operational performance and team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kudzu Staffing - Landmark
Columbia, SC
06.2024 - 05.2025
Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
Production Machine Operator
Owens Corning
Blythewood, SC
07.2023 - 05.2024
Inspected finished products for conformance to quality standards.
Maintained accurate records of production output and scrap rates in accordance with company policy.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot any issues that arose during production runs.
Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications.
Provided support to other departments when needed.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the work area.
Operated production machinery to produce parts within specified tolerances and quality standards.
Performed regular safety inspections of all equipment used in the manufacturing process.
Loaded raw materials into machines, monitored the process, and unloaded finished products from machines.
Trained new operators on the use of machinery and proper operating procedures according to company guidelines.
Operated equipment safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
Semi Truck Driver
Kamu Transport
Columbia, SC
06.2019 - 09.2023
Maintained accurate logs of hours worked and miles driven in accordance with federal regulations.
Assisted in loading and unloading freight when necessary using forklift or pallet jack equipment.
Complied with company policies including attendance, safety, drug testing.
Coordinated pick up and delivery times with customers or vendors upon arrival at destination points.
Loaded and unloaded cargo using proper techniques to ensure safe delivery.
Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan most efficient routes for deliveries.
Communicated with dispatch office regarding pickup and delivery times or changes on route.
Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations related to drivers' hours of service rules and compliance requirements.
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, performed preventative maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and other service activities.
Delivered goods safely in a timely manner while following all safety protocols established by the company.
Followed all applicable state and federal laws governing the transportation of cargo.
Conducted periodic checks of vehicle systems such as brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other essential operating components during trips.
Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck cab and trailer prior to departure from terminal.
Verified that loads were properly secured before driving the vehicle.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Storeroom Coordinator
Coveright Surfaces
Blythewood, SC
02.2016 - 05.2019
Performed physical counts of inventory items on a regular basis.
Assisted with the development and implementation of storeroom policies and procedures.
Coordinated with vendors regarding purchase orders, delivery dates, and pricing information.
Monitored inventory levels and re-ordered supplies when necessary.
Ensured that materials are stored properly in accordance with company guidelines.
Responsible for cycle counting activities to ensure accuracy of perpetual inventory system.
Implemented continuous improvements processes within the storeroom environment.
Ensured storeroom was kept clean, organized and safe at all times.
Received incoming goods into the storeroom ensuring that all documentation is completed correctly according to company standards.
Developed and maintained accurate inventory records.
Unloaded incoming trucks and stocked merchandise in correct storage areas.
Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.