James Barron
St. Marys,GA
Summary
Skilled Machine Operator with comprehensive background in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex machinery. Strong understanding of quality control procedures, safety regulations, and lean manufacturing principles. Known for improving operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing overall productivity. Demonstrates leadership abilities through effective team management and process optimization.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Machine Operator
Advanced Marine Preservation
Jacksonville, FL
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Run machines including Advanced Recycling Systems (ARS machine), Hurricane vacuum, Blast pots, Air compressors and generators.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Trained new recruits on how to properly and safely run machines according to company policy and safety regulations.
Warehouse Shipper
QuickTie Productions
Jacksonville
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided support to production teams as needed.
- Followed safety protocols when operating machinery or equipment.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Inspected materials for defects prior to packing them for shipment.
- Processed returns quickly and accurately according to company policy.
- Packed and shipped orders accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in regular stock checks for accurate inventory management.
- Scheduled large shipments and planned logistics to reserve sufficient storage space for incoming items.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
Machine Operator
Advanced Marine Preservation
Jacksonville, FL
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Run machines including Advanced Recycling Systems (ARS machine), Hurricane Vacuum, Blast pots, Air compressors and generators.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
Weapons Load Crew Member
Air Force
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Ensured proper storage of unloaded munitions according to safety regulations.
- Organized materials needed for successful completion of assigned tasks within time constraints.
- Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
- Communicated effectively with aircrew members regarding specific mission requirements for weapons loading operations.
- Loaded bombs, missiles and rockets onto aircrafts in accordance with safety protocols.
- Reviewed technical manuals and schematics in order to stay current with latest updates concerning weapon systems.
- Provided guidance and instruction to junior personnel regarding safe weapon handling procedures.
- Inspected, cleaned and lubricated aircraft weapons loading equipment.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
Education
High School Diploma -
Camden County High School
Kingsland, GA05-2017
Skills
- OSHA compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Production preparation
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Equipment monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Shipping and labeling
- Machinery operation
- Workplace safety
- Safety compliance
- Power and hand tools
- Good communication
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Start up procedures
Timeline
Senior Machine Operator
Advanced Marine Preservation
01.2024 - 01.2025
Warehouse Shipper
QuickTie Productions
09.2023 - 01.2024
Machine Operator
Advanced Marine Preservation
04.2021 - 09.2023
Weapons Load Crew Member
Air Force
10.2018 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Camden County High School