Jerald Taylor
Connersville,IN
Summary
Results-driven Press Lead and Step-Up Supervisor with a strong history of driving production efficiency and team safety at Hydro since 2018. Progressed into advanced leadership roles following a 2025 return, combining a deep understanding of core aluminum extrusion press concepts with proven capabilities in directing crew workflows and maintaining strict safety standards. Eager to leverage this comprehensive plant knowledge to transition permanently into a Shift Supervisor role, bringing a strong baseline of team trust and a high capacity to master different press lines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Lead / Step-Up Supervisor
Hydro
Connersville, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Assume full shift leadership duties as Step-Up Supervisor, overseeing a team of operators, delegating daily floor tasks, and resolving operational hurdles to keep lines running smoothly.
- Direct daily extrusion press operations, ensuring die setups are accurate, materials are correctly staged, and production runs hit Hydro's strict quality and output metrics.
- Manage shift handovers and critical documentation, tracking daily scrap rates, total throughput, and logbook entries to ensure transparent communication across crews.
- Mentor and onboard crew members, training operators on safe press operation, quality inspection protocols, and Hydro’s specific standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Press Operator
Hydro
Connersville, IN
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Set up and operated high-tonnage aluminum extrusion presses safely and efficiently to consistently meet daily manufacturing quotas.
- Performed continuous quality checks on extruded materials to minimize scrap and maintain product integrity.
- Collaborated closely with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot extrusion machinery issues and reduce line downtime.
Machine Operator / Production Worker
Stant Manufacturing
Connersville, IN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Operated specialized production equipment and handled materials safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety codes, production goals, and quality benchmarks.
Education
GED -
Skills
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Mentorship techniques
- Time management
- Safety protocols
- Processes and procedures
Education And Certifications
- GED
- Hydro Internal Certifications, clock out tag out confined space trained and forklift certified
Key Leadership Highlights
- GED
- Hydro Internal Certifications: [List any specific training you have, like Lockout/Tagout, Forklift, Overhead Crane, or Safety Leadership]
Timeline
Press Lead / Step-Up Supervisor
Hydro
01.2025 - Current
Press Operator
Hydro
01.2018 - 01.2025
Machine Operator / Production Worker
Stant Manufacturing
01.2014 - 01.2018