Jeremy Stevenson
Columbia,SC
Summary
Proactive Manufacturing Operator Technician and Landscape Foreman with extensive experience in machinery operation, quality inspection, and team training. Skilled in regulatory compliance, hazardous materials handling, and production scheduling. Known for optimizing performance, maintaining safety standards, and enhancing project efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Operator Technician
JTEKT Automotive
09.2023 - Current
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Trained new employees on company policies, equipment operation, and best practices, fostering a positive work environment and team cohesion.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Provided timely feedback to management regarding potential bottlenecks within the production process, facilitating prompt resolution and minimizing disruptions.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular maintenance checks and promptly addressing technical concerns.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams in conducting regular inspections of finished products, ensuring all items met established quality standards.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean workplace environment free from debris and hazards by closely following housekeeping protocols.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills while resolving complex manufacturing challenges under tight deadlines.
- Increased output rate by adjusting machine settings for optimal performance during high-volume production runs.
- Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
Machine Operator Packer
Healthcare SC, LLC
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Increased accuracy in product packing by implementing efficient organization techniques for raw materials and finished goods.
- Optimized machine performance for increased output by conducting regular maintenance checks and adjusting settings as needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve daily production goals and maintain a safe work environment.
- Completed detailed documentation of machine operator activities, including shift logs, incident reports, and maintenance records.
- Performed thorough inspections of final products before shipping out to customers, guaranteeing exceptional quality standards were upheld consistently throughout production processes.
- Promoted effective communication among team members by sharing relevant information regarding order updates, equipment status changes, or other pertinent details affecting day-to-day operations.
Landscape Foreman
Shultz Farms
04.2015 - 01.2020
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment both on job sites and at the company yard.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Streamlined project timelines by effectively managing crew members, delegating tasks, and coordinating resources.
- Enhanced overall project performance with strong attention to detail, resulting in fewer errors and rework during installation and maintenance tasks.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Mitigated potential risks related to weather, equipment malfunction, or safety hazards by proactively monitoring job sites and taking corrective action as needed.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Technican
Midlands Technical College
ColumbiaHigh School Diploma -
Fairfield Central High
Winnsboro, SC07.1998
Skills
- Clean Room Operations
- Scrap reduction
- 5S principles
- Computer Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Production Scheduling
- Assembly line experience
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Experience
Certification
- NCCER Electrician Certification – National Center for Construction Education & Research.
Timeline
Manufacturing Operator Technician
JTEKT Automotive
09.2023 - Current
Machine Operator Packer
Healthcare SC, LLC
01.2020 - 05.2022
Landscape Foreman
Shultz Farms
04.2015 - 01.2020
No Degree - Automotive Technican
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Central High