Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Avid Outdoorsman
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Jeffrey Benson

Spokane,WA

Summary

To seek a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Furnish Operator/Machine Tender

Northern Pacific Paper Corporation
12.1989 - 04.2019
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
  • 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.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing optimized machine settings and routine maintenance procedures.
  • Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.

Fifth Hand

Longview Fiber
02.1988 - 12.1989
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work environment.
  • Completed all tasks associated with running a paper machine.
  • Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.

Laborer

Graham Lumber
12.1986 - 02.1988
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Worked on Dog Ear Machine and Green Chain
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
  • Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.

Receiving Team Member

Ernst Home Center
04.1986 - 11.1986
    • Received freight

Lance Corporal

United States Marine Corps
02.1983 - 02.1986
    • Field Radio Operator
    • Commendations: Combat Action Ribbon, Marine Corps Expeditionary Ribbon, Navy Unit Citation, Good Conduct Ribbon, Overseas Deployment Ribbon, Meritorious Mast.
    • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Certification - Scuba And Skin Diving

Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WA
1986

No Degree -

United States Marine Corp
Twentynine Palms, CA
1984

High School Diploma -

Mark Morris High School
Longview, WA
1982

Skills

  • Machine Operation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Issue Resolution
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Technical expertise
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Training and development
  • Team collaboration

Avid Outdoorsman

I am an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, boating, shooting, and exercise.

Timeline

Furnish Operator/Machine Tender

Northern Pacific Paper Corporation
12.1989 - 04.2019

Fifth Hand

Longview Fiber
02.1988 - 12.1989

Laborer

Graham Lumber
12.1986 - 02.1988

Receiving Team Member

Ernst Home Center
04.1986 - 11.1986

Lance Corporal

United States Marine Corps
02.1983 - 02.1986

Certification - Scuba And Skin Diving

Divers Institute of Technology

No Degree -

United States Marine Corp

High School Diploma -

Mark Morris High School
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