John Hawkins
Royalton,Minnesota
Summary
Proven leader and efficient problem-solver, I enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime at North Freeze Dry by streamlining processes and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in equipment maintenance and adept at multitasking, my approach combines strong decision-making with effective communication, boosting operational workflows.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operator
North Freeze Dry
09.2022 - Current
- Improved production efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential issues and performing routine maintenance checks.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Machine Operator
Roto Molding Inc.
04.2019 - Current
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Minnesota Industrial Coatings
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Arranged for pick-up by carriers specified on customer purchase orders determined at final inspection through review of shipping instructions.
- Prepared orders for shipment, posting weights and shipping charges onto packaging, marking materials with identifying information and updating logs of shipments outgoing and incoming.
- Unpacked, examined and routed incoming shipments, rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with manager to rectify damages and shortages.
- Transported materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas using conveyors, dollies and other motorized or manual transportation equipment.
- Supported shipment of goods produced and received goods and supplies for direct use or application towards production or storage of goods designated for consumer marketing.
- Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
- Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Used software to produce invoices and estimates.
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
Cook
Heritage House Nursing Home
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- Maintained central standardized recipe and ingredient repository with nutritional and cost information.
Mail Load Coordinator
IWCO Direct
09.2005 - 06.2009
- Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
- Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
- Processed and entered customer orders into database and provided proactive customer service for accounts.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Liaised between warehouse personnel and customer to facilitate account and operational needs.
- Monitored and reported on transportation costs and properly filed shipping documents.
- Managed system support functions to set priorities and service levels expectations.
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
- Entered shipping information into computer system and estimated freight and postal rates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Little Falls Senior High School
Little Falls, MN05.2005
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Teambuilding
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Planning and Coordination
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Lead Operator
North Freeze Dry
09.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Roto Molding Inc.
04.2019 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Minnesota Industrial Coatings
09.2015 - 05.2017
Cook
Heritage House Nursing Home
06.2012 - 09.2015
Mail Load Coordinator
IWCO Direct
09.2005 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Little Falls Senior High School
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