James Powers
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Hands-on machine operator offering several years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines. Skilled Production Team Lead with many years in high-volume manufacturing environments focused on establishing and accomplishing challenging goals. Highly effective at optimizing procedures and improving team performance to achieve productivity benchmarks and set new standards for success. Excellent safety record.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator/Assembler
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
Gray Court, South Carolina
06.2022 - Current
- Operated assembly line machinery for efficient production of transmission components.
- Assembled parts according to specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow and meet production goals.
- Documented production activities and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Maintained clean work area to promote safety and efficiency in operations.
- Loaded materials into production machinery according to instructions.
- Set up and operated production machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
Team Leader
Fehrer Automotive
Duncan, South Carolina
02.2007 - 04.2025
- Operated machinery for production to ensure smooth workflow.
- Maintained equipment through regular inspections and basic repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials to and from machines efficiently.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications and quality standards.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Led team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Trained new staff on processes and company policies.
- Coordinated project tasks and timelines to meet objectives.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed team concerns promptly.
Education
Laurens High School
Laurens, SC06-2000
Skills
- Quality control
- Machinery operation
- Troubleshooting machinery
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Machine setup
- Equipment calibration
- Basic math
- Assembly and production
- Machining and production standards
- Quality assurance controls
- Good communication
- Manual machining
- Automated assembly
- Equipment operation
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Start up procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Production Supervisor
- Forklift Licenses
- Crane and Horse Certified
Timeline
Machine Operator/Assembler
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
06.2022 - Current
Team Leader
Fehrer Automotive
02.2007 - 04.2025
Laurens High School