Jeremy Starks

Lead and motivated a team of machine operators to surpass output targets consistently with focus on ensuring efficient and safe operations. Managed production orders, optimizing workflow and resource utilization. Mentored and coached operators and line support staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development within the team. Built and maintained collaborative relations with production department to deliver offering valuable insights and contribute to strategic decision-making.

· Initiated efforts to maintain quality levels in alignment with company standards and customer expectations, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction.

· Optimize operational efficiency by observing maximum machine output times and minimizing downtime.

· Implement mechanical adjustments to ensure seamless machinery operation and reduce maintenance requirements.

· Minimize defects and waste by executing thorough quality checks to guarantee adherence to specifications.

· Participate in changeovers and preventive maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruptions to production schedules.

Key Achievements:

• Promoted from Machine Operator to Line Lead within first month of employment for demonstrating exceptional performance.

Conducted equipment distribution, testing, sampling, and cleaning in a proactive manner, ensuring a productive and secure environment. Loaded products into shipping containers, managing hazardous chemicals safely and wearing appropriate protective gear. Maintained precise data entry into SAP system. Proficiently operated and maintained sand mills, schold mills, and Z mills. Facilitated bulk product transportation to storage tanks.

Key Achievements:

• Completed a three-year manufacturing technician apprenticeship program.
• Leveraged proficiency in utilizing hand tools to lift weights up to 75 lbs. while operating at heights exceeding 30 feet, adhering strictly to safety protocols.
• Progressed through various roles, from dispersion operator to warehouse production operator to manufacturing technician, showcasing outstanding performance and dedication within the company.

Streamlined daily operation of process lines and equipment, incorporating minor maintenance tasks as necessary. Monitored and recorded product quality metrics, recording data into SAP for analysis. Facilitated smooth product changeovers and ensured accurate documentation completion. Contributed to the crew resource management techniques and adhered to standard operating procedures outlined in the company manual, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.

Key Achievements:

• Attained certification and licensing for stand-up and sit-down forklift operation, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Accelerated career progression from production associate to operator within six months for exceptional performance.
• Applied extensive one-year training on extrusion machinery to boost company productivity and operational excellence.