Jesse Whitney
Garlock Flexibles
Winchendon,MA
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Garlock Flexibles, excelling in operational efficiency and quality control. Proven ability to lead teams and implement lean manufacturing techniques, enhancing productivity. Strong problem-solving skills complemented by effective communication, ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Work History
Converting Lead
8 Years 2 Months- Managed training and daily operation of converting equipment, including pouchers, baggers, wicketers, rewinders/slitters, and laminators, to support production workflow.
- Monitored quality control within 3/32" tolerances to maintain dimensional compliance.
- Applied lean manufacturing, OSHA safety, 6S, and continuous improvement methods to improve operational efficiency.
- Partnered with sales and graphics teams to establish customer-facing standards.
- Contributed to safety committee activities and maintained CPR, AED, and first aid certification.
- Operated forklifts, standing pickers, and manlifts to support material handling needs.
Foreman
6 Years 6 Months- Directed daily production across multiple blown film extruders producing LLDPE and HDPE bags and trash can liners.
- Managed single-color analog press operations.
Machine Operator
10 Years 1 Month- Monitored production processes to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Dependable and responsible
Critical thinking
Excellent communication
Certification
First aid, cpr, AED certifird
Timeline
Converting Lead
Garlock Flexibles
04.2018 - 06.2026Read More
Foreman
Hi-De Liners
10.2011 - 04.2018Read More
Machine Operator
Garlock Printing and Converting
05.2001 - 06.2011Read More
Murdock High
High School Diploma
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