JAMES PEVERILL
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
RENDERING OPERATOR
TYSON FOODS
Waterloo, IA
07.1990 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- 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.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Coordinated with other departments to address production-related issues, fostering effective communication across teams.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment, prolonging its lifespan and reducing the need for costly repairs.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing optimized machine settings and routine maintenance procedures.
- Actively participated in cross-functional teams, contributing valuable input on process improvements and best practices for overall operational success.
- Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent delivery of products on schedule and within specifications.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by monitoring resource usage and minimizing waste during operations.
- Drafted reports detailing machine production outputs and material quantities.
- Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
Education
GED -
HAWKEYE TECH
WATERLOO, IA1988
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Machine Operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Valid Driver's License
- Safety Compliance
- Machine setup
- Quality Assurance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Punctual and Reliable
- Worksite safety
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
Timeline
RENDERING OPERATOR
TYSON FOODS
07.1990 - Current
GED -
HAWKEYE TECH