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JASON KELTON

BETHPAGE,Tennessee

Summary

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Slitter Operator and Setup Man

Rolled Metal Products
Lebanon , TN
02.2013 - Current
  • Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Sorted and labeled materials in preparation for shipment.
  • Cleaned work area daily to maintain neat and organized environment.
  • Examined completed pieces to check for defects and sorted items according to identified flaws.
  • Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, blades.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction.
  • Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
  • Operated cranes, forklift and other equipment safely to move materials around work areas.
  • Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts and complete precise finished products.
  • Maintained equipment to keep machinery functional, performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs.
  • Performed preventative and regular maintenance on any and all equipment.
  • Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
  • Transferred written information into databases to maintain consistent, accurate client records and project details.
  • Led lessons on 3 subjects to classes averaging 20 co-workers.
  • Took measurements with calipers and micrometers to assess line performance.

Slitter Operator

Hascall Steel Company
Nashville , TN
03.2011 - 02.2013

Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
Sorted and labeled materials in preparation for shipment.
Cleaned work area daily to maintain neat and organized environment.
Examined completed pieces to check for defects and sorted items according to identified flaws.
Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, blades.
Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction.
Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
Operated cranes, forklift and other equipment safely to move materials around work areas.
Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts and complete precise finished products.
Maintained equipment to keep machinery functional, performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs.
Performed preventative and regular maintenance on any and all equipment.
Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
Transferred written information into databases to maintain consistent, accurate client records and project details.
Led lessons on 3 subjects to classes averaging 20 co-workers.
Took measurements with calipers and micrometers to assess line performance.

Slitter Operator/Helper

Kenwal Steel Inc.
Lebanon , TN
10.2009 - 03.2011

Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
Sorted and labeled materials in preparation for shipment.
Cleaned work area daily to maintain neat and organized environment.
Examined completed pieces to check for defects and sorted items according to identified flaws.
Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, blades.
Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction.
Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
Operated cranes, forklift and other equipment safely to move materials around work areas.
Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts and complete precise finished products.
Maintained equipment to keep machinery functional, performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs.
Performed preventative and regular maintenance on any and all equipment.
Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
Transferred written information into databases to maintain consistent, accurate client records and project details.
Led lessons on 3 subjects to classes averaging 20 co-workers.
Took measurements with calipers and micrometers to assess line performance.

Machine Operator

Insteel Wire Products Co
Gallatin , TN
07.2003 - 10.2009
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining machines to prevent future malfunctions.
  • Monitored machines in operation to detect malfunctions and identify product defects.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Made appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools and casting variations.
  • Maintained accurate and timely completion of log books and inspection reports.
  • Completed minor machine maintenance, including oiling parts and cleaning components.
  • Made minor adjustments and repairs to equipment.
  • Operated multiple fabricating machines, including cutoff saws, large stranding lines, and packaging re-winders, and wire drawing machines.
  • Obtained appropriate tooling and fixtures to revise setups on calibrated test strands.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate, timely logs to keep management up to date on activities.
  • Comprehended and carried out routine or complex job specifications and requirements.
  • Reported all operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
  • Lubricated dyes and bearings and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
  • Operated, maintained and performed repairs on all types of equipment.
  • Set up and operated machines such as wire drawing machines and standers to create high-quality PC strand cable products.
  • Removed and replaced worn machine accessories to keep products within desired tolerances.
  • Operated equipment in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
  • Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment lifetime.

Education

High School Diploma -

Macon County High School
Lafayette, TN
05.1998

Skills

  • Modifications and adjustments
  • Power and hand tools
  • Machinery operations
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Initiative to work independently
  • Metal working ability
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Troubleshooting specialist
  • Production scheduling familiarity
  • Strategic thinker
  • Crane/hoist expert

Timeline

Lead Slitter Operator and Setup Man

Rolled Metal Products
02.2013 - Current

Slitter Operator

Hascall Steel Company
03.2011 - 02.2013

Slitter Operator/Helper

Kenwal Steel Inc.
10.2009 - 03.2011

Machine Operator

Insteel Wire Products Co
07.2003 - 10.2009

High School Diploma -

Macon County High School
JASON KELTON