James McKinnon
Lake Tapps
Summary
Proven expertise in manual and functional product testing, with a strong background in ensuring compliance and enhancing quality assurance at WestRock Tacoma Mill. Demonstrated adaptability in operating heavy machinery under Simpson Tacoma Kraft, mentoring teams for peak performance. Achieves rigorous standards in product testing and safety, leveraging skills in quality assurance and team leadership.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Chip Tester
WestRock Tacoma Mill
04.1984 - 02.2024
- Read, interpreted and followed written test instructions and procedures to accurately test products.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.
- Mentored junior team members efficiently to generate best output.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
Loader Operator
Simpson Tacoma Kraft
04.1984 - 02.2024
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Safely transported materials between designated locations, adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines set forth by management.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper loader operation procedures, ensuring consistent quality standards across the workforce.
- Operated bulldozers, backhoes and loaders to excavate, move and load materials.
Education
Franklin Pierce High School
Tacoma, WA06.1979
Skills
- Manual Testing
- Functional Testing
- Product Testing
- Performance Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Product tests
Timeline
Chip Tester
WestRock Tacoma Mill
04.1984 - 02.2024
Loader Operator
Simpson Tacoma Kraft
04.1984 - 02.2024
Franklin Pierce High School
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