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James Johns

Harrodsburg,Ky

Summary

Knowledgeable machine operator with proven ability to lead projects efficiently and effectively. Successfully managed teams to ensure smooth workflow and optimized production processes. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and problem-solving, while maintaining high safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician/General Manager

Anderson Automotive
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Optimized inventory management systems by tracking stock levels closely and placing orders as necessary to prevent shortages or excess supplies.
  • Streamlined service scheduling to minimize customer wait times.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parts suppliers, ensuring cost-effective procurement.
  • Streamlined parts inventory process, ensuring quick access to necessary components.
  • Assisted in selection of quality parts and supplies, ensuring repair durability.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing precise and timely repair updates.
  • Implemented eco-friendly waste disposal practices, contributing to environmental sustainability.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Lead Operator

L. Thorn Co.
02.2020 - 11.2022
  • Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
  • Managed team of 5 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
  • Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data, analyzing trends to identify areas for improvement or optimization opportunities.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
  • Conducted thorough quality control inspections prior to product shipment, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and industry standards.
  • Achieved consistent on-time delivery of products by prioritizing tasks based on project timelines and customer requirements.
  • Performed safety checks on machines and production equipment.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift and verified function.
  • Properly Trained team members on company equipment such as forklifts, tractors and front end loader.
  • Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions and coaching on best practices.
  • Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential issues.
  • Extended life of equipment and maintained consistent performance with regular cleaning, and lubrication.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular audits and enforcing proper procedures at all times.
  • Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.


Downstream Operator

Amcor Rigid Plastics
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Operated automated lines and robotics
  • Operated pallet stacking machines
  • Operated walk behind pallet jack
  • Operated sit down propane fork lift
  • General maintenance and repair of lines and robotic arms
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Multi-tasking while running multiple different lines and machinery
  • Maintained clean work environment as per FDA regulations
  • Quality management and troubleshot new product runs
  • Upheld quality standards through hourly inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
  • Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.

Stacker Operator

Quad Graphics
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Operated a stacker machine that stacked and bundled signatures for the book making process
  • Maintained production levels
  • General maintenance on different machines and presses
  • Over head crane operator
  • Quality checked signatures frequently to ensure production process is making no mistakes
  • Daily Maintenance of various machines in the production process
  • Set machines up for long term storage as they were deemed insufficient compared to newly purchased machines
  • Maximized storage space utilization by optimizing stacker machine settings and configurations.
  • Adjusted machine settings as needed based on specific job requirements, allowing for seamless transitions between projects without significant downtime or reconfiguration efforts required.
  • Trained new employees on proper Stacker Operator procedures, promoting a well-informed workforce.
  • Safely operated heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks when necessary, further streamlining material movement throughout the facility.
  • Ensured accurate product stacking with precise machine adjustments.
  • Identified potential equipment malfunctions early, addressing issues before they escalated into costly repairs or delays.

Line Lead 1

Excel
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Lead of upwards of 30 team members
  • Top producing line of the company and always exceeded production goals
  • Problem solved various production and employee issues
  • Shifted work loads in order to ensure orders were completed on time
  • Maintained high quality standards for the companies we completed jobs for
  • Responsible for setting up lines pre-shift
  • Operated Fork truck to set up lines and to pick orders
  • Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Tested products for quality and troubleshot problems with equipment.
  • Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing new process improvements and streamlining workflows.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained.

Short order cook

Adecco
03.2014 - 12.2015
  • Prepared Short orders upon customers request
  • Operated cash register
  • Traveled to various State Parks and worked with kitchen staff with very little training
  • Preped food for upcoming rushes and events
  • Cleaned and stocked dining area
  • Maintained a safe and clean work environment

Machine Operator

Remedy Intelligent Staffing
01.2010 - 02.2014
  • Operated machines that produce plastic wrap
  • Ensured specific quality standards
  • Set machines up to various widths and lengths for desired product
  • Maintained clean work space at all times
  • Worked 12 hour shifts with very little down time or break
  • Operated machines that plated various parts for the automotive industry
  • Quality checked various products after they have been through the metal plating process to ensure good coverage with no mistakes in production
  • Maintained and cleaned various plating tanks
  • Confined to small spaces while cleaning for hours
  • Had to identify various parts in different stages of the plating process to ensure they went to the right area for storage or shipping
  • Able to read and understand blueprints for each job
  • Built rebar frames from blueprints in order for concrete to be poured
  • Poured concrete into the forms I built
  • Finished concrete to a smooth finish ready for shipment
  • Checked measurements to ensure frames were built correctly prior to pouring
  • Operated various machines and power tools to cut and bend rebar
  • Lifted heavy objects sometimes excess of 90 lbs for different molds
  • Oiled and lubricated molds to ensure concrete would release after cure time
  • Operated power jack and drills to change hole diameter and placement from any mistakes due to the pressure of the concrete moving the molds in pouring process
  • Worked long hours and sometimes exceeded 6 days a week 14 hours a day

General contractor

Johns Services llc.
03.2008 - 12.2009
  • Covered roofs with roofing materials other than sheet metal, such as composition shingles and sheets, wood shingles, and asphalt and gravel, to waterproof roofs
  • Contributed to all aspects of the job at hand
  • Cut roofing paper to size and stapled it to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials
  • Aligned roofing materials with edge of roof
  • Maintained a clean work area providing safety for all crew members
  • Overlapped successive layers, gauging distance of overlap with chalkling and by lines on shingles
  • Fastened composition shingles and sheets to roof with asphalt, cement, and nails
  • Executed daily operations of safety and employee records
  • Cut strips of flashing and fit them into angles formed by walls, vents and intersecting roof surfaces
  • Applied alternate layers of hot asphalt and tar and roofing paper until roof covering was as specified
  • Maintained inventory of building supplies and tools
  • Applied gravel and pebbles over top layer
  • Responsible for checking all safety requirements
  • Maintained and operated nail guns, conveyor and all equipment associated with the job
  • Maintained employee and cost records
  • Assisted the owner in planning and execution of roofing and general construction jobs
  • Maintained high standards of excellence

Shipping/Receiving team member

Timberland distribution center
01.2005 - 02.2008
  • Loaded and unloaded trailers with boxes varying 10-75 lbs
  • Operated a cherry picker
  • Supported warehouse optimization initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements in the receiving area.
  • Facilitated swift resolution of shipping-related disputes by providing clear documentation of all relevant details surrounding problematic orders.
  • Ensured accurate product labeling and tagging for seamless integration into inventory management systems.
  • Maintained accurate computer inventory by entering data from incoming and new shipments.
  • Assisted shipping team by helping prepare loads and move to waiting trailers.
  • Assisted in training new team members on proper procedures, fostering a cohesive work environment focused on accuracy and efficiency.
  • Verified shipment contents against paperwork and noted discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members to unload trucks, inspect merchandise, and quickly resolve discrepancies or damaged items.
  • Operated handheld scanners to quickly track movements between trucks and storage
  • Maintained a high level of quality control by conducting thorough inspections of all incoming shipments, ensuring compliance with company standards.
  • Moved loads with correct and safe use of forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Staged, down stacked and transported items pulled off trucks to facilitate immediate use.
  • Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, ensuring smooth operations and easy access to products.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately processing inbound shipments and verifying product information.
  • Minimized shrinkage losses by consistently reporting damaged or missing items upon receipt from suppliers promptly.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.

Lead crew member

H & H Mobile wash llc.
10.2001 - 01.2005
  • Supervised and worked along side a 5 member team
  • Maintained all equipment necessary to carry out every job
  • General maintenance of small engines and pressure washing equipment
  • Took the measures as to not contaminate the environment with heavy duty cleaning chemicals
  • Various PPE and equipment checks to ensure everyone was working in the safest environments
  • Worked in undesirable conditions in the heat and cold while staying in a constant stream of water
  • In charge of keeping track on units washed per day and hours employees worked
  • Pressure washed outside of large commercial vehicles
  • Detailed the inside of commercial vehicles
  • Pressure washed homes and decks
  • Operated cherry pickers and front end loaders
  • Streamlined processes for better workflow management, resulting in improved overall crew performance.

Education

G.E.D. -

Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Skills

  • Efficient multitasking
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Production schedule adherence
  • Lockout and tagout processes
  • Machine setup
  • Tool management
  • Forklift and front end loader
  • Manufacturing
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Equipment operations
  • Training and mentoring
  • Health and safety

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Automotive Technician/General Manager

Anderson Automotive
01.2022 - 11.2023

Lead Operator

L. Thorn Co.
02.2020 - 11.2022

Downstream Operator

Amcor Rigid Plastics
03.2018 - 01.2020

Stacker Operator

Quad Graphics
01.2017 - 02.2018

Line Lead 1

Excel
01.2015 - 01.2016

Short order cook

Adecco
03.2014 - 12.2015

Machine Operator

Remedy Intelligent Staffing
01.2010 - 02.2014

General contractor

Johns Services llc.
03.2008 - 12.2009

Shipping/Receiving team member

Timberland distribution center
01.2005 - 02.2008

Lead crew member

H & H Mobile wash llc.
10.2001 - 01.2005

G.E.D. -

Bluegrass Community & Technical College

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