Joshua Alvarez
Dura-Line
Lorain,OH
13
years of professional experience
Results-driven manufacturing professional ready to contribute to high standards and operational excellence. Consistently ensures smooth production processes while maintaining safety protocols and quality control. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, skilled in machine operation and troubleshooting.
Work History
Line Operator
5 Months- Operated extrusion line equipment to maintain steady production flow and product quality.
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted controls to support consistent output.
- Inspected finished conduit for defects and verified compliance with quality standards.
- Assisted with setup, changeovers, and startup procedures for production runs.
- Followed safety procedures and kept work area organized to support efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve line stoppages and maintain schedule targets.
- Provided timely feedback to supervisors regarding any potential issues or areas for improvement in the production process.
- Exhibited excellent multitasking abilities, efficiently managing multiple machines simultaneously without sacrificing performance or quality standards.
Parts Puller and Staging
6 Years 2 Months- Pulled automotive parts accurately for customer and internal orders using catalog references.
- Verified part numbers and quantities before staging orders for pickup or delivery.
- Organized stock locations to support fast retrieval and efficient warehouse flow.
- Inspected pulled parts for damage, correct fitment, and order completeness.
- Assisted teammates with locating hard-to-find parts across storage areas and bins.
- Followed safety and warehouse procedures while handling heavy parts and materials.
- Inspected parts and notified supervisor of needed damage or repairs.
- Ensured timely completion of orders by prioritizing urgent requests and maintaining a well-organized workspace.
Press Operator/material Handler
4 Years- Set up press equipment and verified job specifications before each production run.
- Monitored press operations to maintain quality, consistency, and production flow.
- Inspected finished parts for defects and corrected issues to support accuracy.
- Adjusted press settings to meet material requirements and reduce waste.
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning to keep equipment running safely.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and communicating progress updates with supervisors or team leads as needed.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Workplace safety
Quality control
Adaptability to change
Inspections
Equipment operation
Equipment inspections
Safety protocols adherence
Machine operation expertise
Timeline
Line Operator
Dura-Line
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Parts Puller and Staging
Parts Authority
10.2018 - 12.2024Read More
Press Operator/material Handler
Forest City Technologies
04.2014 - 04.2018Read More
Southview
High School Diploma
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