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Joseph Sizemore

Wildwood,FL

Summary

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Treehouse Food Private Brand
05.2019 - Current
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • 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.
  • Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
  • 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.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
  • Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.

Machinist

White Hydraulics
03.2014 - 04.2019
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
  • Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
  • Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
  • Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
  • Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.

Assembler

HydroGear
06.2011 - 01.2014
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
  • Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
  • Collected material and equipment required for assembling process to determine durability of structure.
  • Aligned materials and merged parts to construct complex units.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Monitored production to verify quality and completion of task in designated timeframes.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
  • Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
  • Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
  • Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
  • Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
  • Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
  • Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.

Truck Driver

Hoover Stone
05.1999 - 06.2011
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Forklift Operator

Tennesse Book
02.1995 - 04.1999
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • 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.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Operated Standup Forklift, Reachtruck, Sit Down Forklift and Cherry Picker
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.

Education

GED -

Oakland High School
Murfreesboro, TN

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Quality Assurance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Basic Math
  • Specification Compliance
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Workplace Safety
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Machinery Cleaning
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Inventory Staging

Timeline

Machine Operator

Treehouse Food Private Brand
05.2019 - Current

Machinist

White Hydraulics
03.2014 - 04.2019

Assembler

HydroGear
06.2011 - 01.2014

Truck Driver

Hoover Stone
05.1999 - 06.2011

Forklift Operator

Tennesse Book
02.1995 - 04.1999

GED -

Oakland High School
Joseph Sizemore