Jessica Barstad
Menomonie,WI
Summary
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic in manufacturing industry. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Lifts and carries objects over 50 pounds, reliable and works well in varying conditions. Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling and documentation. Eager to contribute to all operations at companies of any scale. Energetic and respectful individual boasting abilities in communication and safety. A hard worker and effective communicator. Looking for a new position as a Finisher with a busy, deadline-driven organization Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level Finishing Tech position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Hardworking and reliable operator with strong ability in assembly. Offering communication and organizing. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Phillips-Medisize
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
03.2025 - Current
- Operated production equipment in SMX Staff Management staffing facility.
- Monitored line flow and adjusted workstations for steady operations.
- Inspected parts for quality, defects, and process compliance.
- Followed safety rules and maintained clean work areas.
- Communicated with supervisors to resolve workflow and equipment issues.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated CNC machines for precision metal part production.
- Inspected finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Loaded raw materials and removed completed parts from equipment.
- Followed safety procedures and shop standards during daily operations.
- Cleaned workstations and maintained organized production areas.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Inspected parts for defects and trim quality.
- Loaded materials and removed finished components safely.
- Cleaned machines and maintained work area standards.
- Followed safety procedures and plant operating instructions.
- Reported equipment issues to maintenance and supervisors.
- Supported shift production with steady press operation.
- Communicate effectively with other members of the production team regarding any issues related to the trim press machine operation.
- Load materials onto feed table of trim press machine.
- Inspect finished products for defects before packaging them for shipping.
- Clean work area regularly and ensure that all debris is disposed of properly.
- Ensure that all safety guards are in place prior to starting the trim press machine.
- Follow safety procedures when operating machinery including wearing protective gear at all times.
- Used air hoses and swabs to clean compression chambers, arbors and molds.
- Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
- Read work orders or production schedules to determine materials, locations of cutting lines or dimensions and tolerances.
- Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
Operator/ Backup Finishing Tech/ Backup Warehouse
Phillips Medisize
Menomonie , WI
07.2016 - 03.2025
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Assessed and corrected jams in equipment.
- Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Read technical manuals and schematics to understanding specific configurations.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Operator
SMX Staff Management
Menomonie, WI
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Overnight Stocker/Cashier
Wal-Mart
Menomonie, WI
04.2014 - 11.2015
- Stocked shelves, racks and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Picked up boxes and related trash from sales floor.
- Observed strict safety measures while stocking shelves to prevent falls and mishaps.
- Reset merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Processed refunds for worn, damaged and broken merchandise.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
Cashier/Dishwasher
Taco Johns
Menomonie, WI
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
- Inspected dishes closely to check for remnants of food or dirt.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
- Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen and food service skills.
- Sorted clean dishes in appropriate storage areas for easy and accessible use.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Mixed soap, water and sanitizer together to create cleaning solutions for daily use.
- Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large quantities of dishes.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clear Lake Highschool
Clear Lake WI05.2010
Skills
- Assembling Products
- Safety Regulations Compliance
- Materials Assembly
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Production Processes Knowledge
- Following Instructions
- Defects Identification
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Computer Skills
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Teamwork and Coordination
- Production Line Work
- Attention to Detail
- Reading and Determining Measurements
- Hand-Held Scanners
- Component Assembly
- Line Work
- Machine Operation
- Punctual and Reliable
- Incident Reporting
- Teamwork and Communication
- Production Documentation
- Safe Machine Operation
- Punctual and Dependable
- Good Communication
- Health and Safety Regulations
- PPE Compliance
- Training new employees
- Forklift operation
- Materials handling
Timeline
Operator
Phillips-Medisize
03.2025 - Current
Operator/ Backup Finishing Tech/ Backup Warehouse
Phillips Medisize
07.2016 - 03.2025
Operator
SMX Staff Management
11.2015 - 07.2016
Overnight Stocker/Cashier
Wal-Mart
04.2014 - 11.2015
Cashier/Dishwasher
Taco Johns
04.2012 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Clear Lake Highschool