JESSE ZIGLER
Cedar Rapids
Summary
Professional machine operation specialist with substantial hands-on experience in operating and maintaining industrial machinery. Strong focus on ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in all tasks. Collaborative team player known for reliability and adaptability to changing production needs. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining optimal machine performance, and adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Smurfit Westrock
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Operated various machinery to ensure efficient production processes and high-quality output.
- Monitored equipment performance, promptly addressing issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Trained new operators on machine handling and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced material waste during production runs.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting machine malfunctions, contributing to faster resolution and improved operational flow.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Alside Window
10.2003 - 12.2019
- Operated machinery to assemble window products efficiently, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety standards, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Monitored production schedules, adjusting priorities to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity in assembly line operations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Responded quickly to any malfunctions or breakdowns in machinery, minimizing disruptions to overall production timelines.
- Sustained high levels of accuracy in assembly tasks, resulting in fewer defects and returns from customers.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing supplies and tools efficiently, enabling faster completion of tasks.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2003
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Assembly and production
- Machine maintenance
- Quality control
- Manufacturing experience
- Start up procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Precision measurement
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Machine Operator
Smurfit Westrock
01.2020 - 10.2025
Machine Operator/Assembler
Alside Window
10.2003 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
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