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Johnny Benson

Wahiawa

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Plant Operator at Sidwell Materials. Proven expertise in emergency response and critical thinking, ensuring optimal plant operations and safety compliance. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high standards of equipment performance while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Auxillary Operator

Reworld
Kapolei
10.2024 - Current
  • Performed daily inspections of equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
  • Operated equipment within safety parameters according to company guidelines.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the system components or reported major ones for repair.
  • Identified machinery issues and repaired parts to keep equipment up and running.
  • Detailed plant activities, noting concerns and issues and disseminated reports to management.
  • Inspected equipment on daily basis and made monitoring adjustments to maintain system integrity and peak operations.
  • Operated equipment following corporate and manufacturer procedures.
  • Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors to support rapid issue resolution.
  • Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
  • Identified and reported abnormalities to supervisor for timely corrective actions.
  • Took regulatory action based on readings from charts, meters and gauges.
  • Maintained plant cleanliness and completed general housekeeping tasks to keep operations audit-ready.
  • Ran Front end loader, skid steer, fork lift, and material handler in accordance with company and plant safety standards.
  • Part of the SHECOM committee for safety issues.

Shift Supervisor

Complete Filter Media
Lancaster
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
  • Investigated accidents or incidents occurring during shift hours.
  • Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
  • Developed strategies for improving operational efficiency and customer service levels.
  • Enforced company policies fairly while maintaining an open door policy for staff concerns.
  • Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
  • Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
  • Identified areas of improvement within the department and implemented necessary changes.
  • Served as a role model for other employees by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
  • Addressed any issues that arose during the shift in a proactive manner.
  • Provided feedback to employees regarding their performance in order to improve productivity.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted upper management with daily operations to meet standards of service and quality.
  • Reinforced rules to promote superior employee performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
  • Monitored security and enforced loss prevention strategies during shift.
  • Evaluated and performed equipment maintenance to support operational goals.
  • Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
  • Patrolled work areas to inspect operations, identify concerns, and implement corrective actions.
  • Assisted general manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
  • Checked orders for quality and completeness.
  • Coached team members to increase productivity and reduce workplace accidents.
  • Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
  • Evaluated employee performance, delivering individualized feedback and praise.
  • Collaborated with management to set performance goals and evaluate progress.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to communicate targets, updates, and gather feedback.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area to uphold company standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, operational procedures, and customer service standards.
  • Handled emergency situations with composure and in accordance with company guidelines.

Equipment Operator

Shelly Materials
East Fultonham
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
  • Participated actively in weekly safety meetings held by the site manager.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.
  • Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
  • Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
  • Adhered strictly to designated schedules for completing assigned tasks within specified timeframes.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
  • Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of materials from trucks and trailers.
  • Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
  • Provided assistance in loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites when necessary.
  • Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
  • Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
  • Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
  • Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Leveraged mobile devices to communicate and coordinate worksite resources.
  • Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
  • Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
  • Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.

Plant Operator

Sidwell Materials
Zanesville
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Ensured proper functioning of automated systems used within the facility's production areas.
  • Conducted safety checks on all operating machinery to detect any potential hazards or risks.
  • Operated and monitored boilers, pumps, and other equipment to ensure efficient plant operations.
  • Supervised personnel engaged in plant operations activities.
  • Managed hazardous waste disposal processes in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Maintained inventory of spare parts for emergency repair purposes.
  • Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant machinery and equipment.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems as needed.
  • Implemented changes as directed by management in order to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate records of process readings on a daily basis.
  • Monitored gauges, indicators, and meters to ensure optimal performance of plant systems.
  • Adjusted valves, pumps, motors, and other components in order to maintain the desired level of operation.
  • Analyzed data related to production yields and made recommendations for improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements related to plant operations.
  • Inspected production lines for malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Coordinated ongoing maintenance and housekeeping of plant and equipment.
  • Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
  • Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Maintained current knowledge about latest operating and maintenance practices with continuing education courses.
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently.
  • Performed physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying and moving heavy objects.
  • Collaborated with engineers and technicians to optimize plant operations.
  • Coordinated shutdowns and start-ups of plant equipment for maintenance or operational changes.
  • Monitored environmental compliance and implemented measures to protect the environment.
  • Implemented safety procedures and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Adjusted equipment settings to alter production conditions and meet different product specifications.
  • Participated in emergency response drills and real incidents to ensure preparedness.
  • Maintained activity logs and reported on daily production rates and operational efficiency.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
  • Coordinated with maintenance teams to facilitate repairs and minimize downtime.
  • Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance to ensure machinery operates efficiently.
  • Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crooksville High School
Crooksville, OH
05-1987

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Medical equipment operation
  • CPR certification
  • First aid administration
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • CPR and first aid
  • Basic life support
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Patient triage
  • Airway management
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Patient stabilization
  • Problem-solving
  • Emergency patient triage
  • Bleeding control
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Ambulance driving
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient care

Certification

  • 120 and 240 Firefighter for approximately 20 years
  • Emergency Medical Technician for approximately 12 years

Timeline

Auxillary Operator

Reworld
10.2024 - Current

Shift Supervisor

Complete Filter Media
02.2024 - 07.2024

Equipment Operator

Shelly Materials
02.2023 - 02.2024

Plant Operator

Sidwell Materials
04.2020 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Crooksville High School

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