John Purcell
Sioux Falls,SD
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Extruder Machine Operator
St Joseph Plastic
Saint Joseph, MO
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Changed out screens, dies and inserts to fit different production needs.
- Interpreted and followed production orders to maintain compliance with production standards and unique product specifications.
- Checked and correct pipe fits according to specifications.
- Took apart machinery, cleaned parts and replaced damaged or worn out components.
- Started up and ran extrusion lines producing wide range of products for [Type] industry OEMs.
- Operated multiple extrusion lines to extrude various tubes, wires and structural shapes used in manufacturing of [Type] products.
- Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
Construction Laborer
Viper Construction
Easton, MO
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Communicated with equipment operators to effectively assign equipment and manage smooth materials movements.
- Helped successfully complete large project ahead of schedule.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Attended safety trainings and workshops offered by employer, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared job sites for work plans by measuring and marking different distances.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Construction Laborer
Wick Buildings Llc
Mazomanie, WI
02.2010 - 06.2021
- Communicated with equipment operators to effectively assign equipment and manage smooth materials movements.
- Helped successfully complete large project ahead of schedule.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Attended safety trainings and workshops offered by employer, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Prepared job sites for work plans by measuring and marking different distances.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Saint Joseph, MO 01.2001 - 06.2004
Skills
Forklift Operation
undefinedTimeline
Extruder Machine Operator
St Joseph Plastic
03.2022 - 11.2022
Construction Laborer
Viper Construction
06.2021 - 07.2021
Construction Laborer
Wick Buildings Llc
02.2010 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Central High School
01.2001 - 06.2004
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