John Pitman
Cheektowaga,NY
Summary
At Sumitomo Rubber USA, I led initiatives to boost productivity and efficiency in tire production, enhancing communication for smoother shift transitions and reducing waste. Skilled in machinery operation and safety compliance, I excel in problem-solving and training, significantly improving product quality and operational safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Builder
Sumitomo Rubber USA
08.2011 - Current
- Spearheaded efforts to improve communication between shifts, resulting in seamless handoffs and enhanced overall productivity.
- Enhanced tire production efficiency by streamlining assembly processes and reducing waste.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during tire assembly operations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to troubleshoot any issues that arose during the production process, quickly resolving problems to maintain workflow efficiency.
LRS OPERATOR
Sumitomo Rubber USA
08.2011 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
Education
GED -
New York State Department of Education
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Training and mentoring
- Quality control inspection
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Hand and power tool use
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Material Handling
- Machinery Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Machine adjustment
- Machine setup
Timeline
Tire Builder
Sumitomo Rubber USA
08.2011 - Current
LRS OPERATOR
Sumitomo Rubber USA
08.2011 - Current
GED -
New York State Department of Education