James Bailey

Cell Leader

• Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles such as 5S and Kaizen events.
• Established process improvements within the department for increased efficiency.
• Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
• Scheduled employee shifts according to workload demands.
• Identified cost saving opportunities throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conducted regular meetings with direct reports to review goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Performed root cause analysis on quality issues and implemented corrective actions.
• Coordinated with other departments regarding product design changes.
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
• Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
• Trained new employees on job duties, processes, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
• Collaborated with cross functional teams on projects related to process optimization.
• Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
• Developed production plans to meet customer requirements and deadlines.
• Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
• Reviewed daily, weekly, monthly production schedules with supervisors, managers.
• Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
• Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
• Monitored team performance metrics and provided feedback to employees.
• Resolved conflicts between team members in a professional manner while maintaining a positive work environment.
• Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
• Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.

Team Lead

• Coordinated with internal departments to maximize operational efficiency across production and administrative areas.
• Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
• Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
• Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Controlled machine operations to complete precise, high-quality work.
• Implemented quality control systems to ensure accuracy of parts produced on CNC machines.
• Trained new employees on CNC machine operation, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Monitored production output to ensure adherence to customer requirements and specifications.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues with CNC machines including identifying worn or broken components which needed replacement.
• Scheduled preventive maintenance activities for all CNC machinery in order to minimize downtime due to unexpected repairs.
• Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
• Used precision measurement tools to check and ensure the accuracy of the machined parts.
• Took measurements, detected malfunctions, troubleshot processes and adjusted and reprogrammed controls while adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
• Provided technical support and guidance to CNC operators and machinists.
• Reviewed blueprints or drawings prior to machining operations in order to ensure accuracy of part dimensions.

CNC Operator

• Ensure safety protocols are followed while operating the CNC laser machine at all times.
• Set up CNC laser machines to specifications provided by engineering drawings, blueprints and verbal instructions.
• Developed solutions to wide range of complex technical problems to meet organizational objectives and deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that would increase efficiency or reduce costs.
• Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
• Managed daily machine startup and shutdown procedures correctly to protect components from damage.
• Troubleshoot issues with the CNC laser machine when necessary, making adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Aligned, mounted and installed tools and attachments on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Record data related to operations such as cycle time, quantity produced and scrap rate for each job run.
• Staged raw materials for each day's production and managed efficient loading and unloading of machinery.
• Backed up team members to consistently meet group production targets for producing parts.
• Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while operating the CNC Press Brake machine.
• Completed accurate calculations of machine speed, feed ratios and cut parameters.
• Set up and run CNC Press Brake machines, including programming, loading material onto the machine, setting parameters, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Checked completed workpieces against specifications to assess conformance.
• Adjust settings on the machine to ensure accuracy of bends according to specifications in blueprints or drawing instructions.
• Operated multiple CNC mills simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality control standards were met.
• Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
• Loaded raw material into the CNC mill machine for machining operations.
• Operated hand tools, drill presses safely produce projects.
• Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
• Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
• Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
• Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
• Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.

Lead Delivery Driver

• Assist with routing, employee attendance, daily morning meetings for all drives and load out procedures.
• Passed daily instructions, operation changes and safety issues to team.
• Input data for all drives attendance, vans, equipment and route changes daily.
• Performed regular safety inspections on all delivery vehicles before and after each route.
• Checked all delivery equipment for proper operating functions prior to each shift and reported any issues.
• Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork efficiently.
• Assist drives with product loading and checked load balance to prevent on-the-road hazards.
• Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times and safe locations to leave packages.
• Consulted with customers to gain feedback and address concerns with services.
• Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
• Preformed on the road assistance to other drivers to insure routes being complete.
• Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and vendor locations.
• Safely navigated and operated 16-foot truck to deliver 230 packages per day.
• Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes with GPS.
• Answered customer questions regarding shipments.
• Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
• Maintained above average standards to insure high percentage delivery rates while following safety guidelines.
• Notified branch management of any vehicle safety concerns and issues.
• Inspected and maintained gas, oil and water levels as well as tires, lights and brakes.
• Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
• Maintained above average on the road scores with E-Mentor driver performance app.
• Preformed on the road training and safety procedures to new employees.

Level 3 Machine Operator

• Evaluated machine and materials for quality and correct operating functions
• Calibrated and adjusted machine before and during operation according to material sensitivity specifications
• Maintained correct levels and pressures on process systems and equipment
• Removed and replaced tools and nip rolls to operate according to specific materials
• Maintained accurate and timely completion of log books and inspection reports
• Assisted with operations on other machinery
• Operated, maintained and performed repairs on slitter equipment
• Monitored operating equipment and readouts to identify problems and pursue corrective action
• Compiled operational data into reports to help management spot trends and resolve problems
• Identified machinery issues and repaired parts to keep equipment up and running
• Created and maintained detailed daily activity logs
• Set-up machines for various jobs to ensure high-quality manufacturing and waste reduction
• Put completed products into to staging locations using overhead crane in auto and manual modes
• Reported all operational and material deficiencies to supervisor and laboratory personnel
• Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders
• Maintained open communication other systems operators to keep line pressures, transmission loads and frequencies in check
• Selected proper cutting tools and calculated correct parameters to manufacture quality products
• Collected samples to complete quality and laboratory testing
• Reviewed documentation and work order requirements
• Accomplished tasks according to schedule and helped struggling team members
• Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
• Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations
• Used Wintriss web inspection system and infrared camera to assist with quality control
• Assisted with operations on other machinery when available

Lawn Care Specialist

• Arranged shrubs, trees and flowers to create particular landscape effects.
• Mowed and edged lawns and flowerbeds.
• Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto grass, shrubs and trees.
• Operated motorized vehicles and equipment such as zero turn mowers and bobcats.
• Installed retaining walls, fences and planters.
• Planted seeds, bulbs, ground covers and trees.
• Managed day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
• Provided onsite training.
• Safely operated equipment according OSHA standards and using proper PPE.
• Treated lawns with chemical applications to improve appearance and health.
• Maintained equipment and vehicle in good working order to prevent breakdowns and service delays.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
• Applied weed and pest control chemicals to protect customer lawns.
• Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
• Swapped out plant containers and flowerbeds each spring, summer and fall.
• Prepared soil and gardens to plant with mulch and sod.