James North
Elkhart,IN
Summary
Resourceful Lead Utility Worker experienced in operational safety, equipment maintenance, and workflow optimization. Enhanced team performance through strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills, while maintaining quality standards and improving processes for optimal utility service delivery. Demonstrated high productivity and adaptability, thriving in challenging environments and mastering new skills independently.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Utility Worker
Smurfit Westrock
Mishawaka, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
- Inspected finished work for quality and customer requirements.
- Deep-cleaned machinery, vehicles, and facility areas weekly.
- Organized waste removal and recycled plant scrap from production floors.
- Trained new workers on Smurfit Westrock procedures and expectations.
- Provide breaks to every employee to keep the corrugator running continuously.
Manager
Red Carpet Services
Elkhart, Indiana
04.2003 - 10.2022
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Production Worker
Conn-Selmer
Elkhart, Indiana
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Operated assembly equipment to support musical instrument manufacturing at Conn-Selmer.
- Inspected components for defects, alignment, and finish during Conn-Selmer production runs.
- Assembled Conn-Selmer instrument parts using hand tools and production work instructions.
Education
High School Equivalency Diploma
Elkhart, IndianaSkills
- Corrugator operations
- Quality inspection
- Industrial cleaning
- Equipment operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Troubleshooting
- Waste management
- Team leadership
- Task management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Utility Worker
Smurfit Westrock
08.2024 - Current
Production Worker
Conn-Selmer
04.2018 - 03.2020
Manager
Red Carpet Services
04.2003 - 10.2022
High School Equivalency Diploma