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Jewel  Richardson

Jewel Richardson

Wilson,NC

Summary

Results-oriented professional with more than 14 years of experience in lean manufacturing, operations and leadership. Critical thinker that can proactively address problems that make improvement to product quality, manufacturing flow with bottom line results. Currently managing 50 people.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Assembler IV

Collins Aerospace Systems
Wilson, NC
03.2007 - Current

· Manage production of 50 employees utilizing maintenance, technical skills and lean manufacturing using ACE practices

· Perform troubleshooting, modification of hardware, fixtures.

· Identify and correct minor process, material, design, or equipment problems.

· Perform testing or mechanical operations on production/repair hardware including troubleshooting to component level.

· Participate on and/or lead project teams.

· Participate on safety initiatives and manufacturing activities

· Develop associates that will accomplish operational objectives.

· Focusing on safety, quality, productivity and on-time delivery dates.

· Utilize multiple databases to create/use necessary information to provide information for decision making requiring judgment.

· Suggest cost-saving ideas resulting reduction of rework.

· Collaborate and communicate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineers to support continuous improvement.

· Maintain a clean safe and productive work environment focusing on minimizing work-related injuries, complying with OSHA guidelines.

· Lead daily meetings with team to discuss daily goals

· Train and assist new employees

Assembly Line Operator

Caterpillar
Clayton, NC
08.2005 - 03.2007
  • Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance and conformance to specifications.
  • Performed regular maintenance and cleaning of tools, machinery, and equipment.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs in efficient and accurate manner.
  • Maintained work areas organized and neat, which enabled swift cleanup following each shift.
  • Collaborated with supervisors and managers to ensure production goals were met
  • Ensured safety protocols were adhered to in order to reduce workplace injuries.
  • Positioned and aligned components to complete accurate assembly work

Machine Operator

VF Corp
Wilson, NC
05.1990 - 01.2001
  • Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Used precision measuring instruments to inspect parts for accuracy. •
  • Maintained accurate records of operations and production. • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate, timely logs to keep management up to date on activities.
  • Updated and maintained machine parts inventory, ensuring availability of parts for repairs and maintenance
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining machines to prevent future malfunctions.
  • Reported all operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
  • Calibrated machines to ensure accuracy and quality of finished product.
  • Inspected and tested parts to ensure they meet quality standards

Education

High School Diploma -

Beddingfield High School, Wilson, NC
01-1987

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership skill
  • Safety Regulations Adherence
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Manufacturing Experience
  • Quality Control
  • Production Equipment
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Mechanical Assembler IV - Collins Aerospace Systems
03.2007 - Current
Assembly Line Operator - Caterpillar
08.2005 - 03.2007
Machine Operator - VF Corp
05.1990 - 01.2001
Beddingfield High School - High School Diploma,
Jewel Richardson