Joshua Butcher
Dunkirk
Summary
Dedicated production line worker with proven expertise in quality control and safety compliance. Recognized for maintaining cleanliness and streamlining processes, ensuring efficient production and high-quality outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Line Worker
Purina
Dunkirk
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated machinery to package pet food products, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, maintaining high standards of consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of production line area for optimal safety.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals, enhancing overall team performance.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported malfunctions promptly.
- Assisted in loading and unloading raw materials for production use.
- Communicated changes or updates to supervisors regarding production processes.
Warehouse Worker
Jamestown Containers Company
Falconer
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained inventory accuracy by scanning and labeling products correctly.
- Organized stock on shelves to enhance accessibility and retrieval efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packing processes daily.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment and reported issues promptly.
- Supported training of new employees on warehouse operations and safety protocols.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Packaged items securely with protective materials to ensure safe transport.
- Arranged products in warehouse for optimal storage and accessibility. for efficient storage of products.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Compiled orders based on customer requests.
- Examined goods for damage before disposal or return to vendor. prior to disposal or return to vendor.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Matco Tools
Lakewood
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Operated assembly line machinery to assemble tools efficiently.
- Loaded materials and components onto the production line accurately.
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met company standards.
- Identified defective parts or items needing rework during inspections.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors, facilitating timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Communicated with team members to align on production goals and enhance team efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Reported any potential hazards or areas of improvement to supervisors immediately.
Sanitation Worker
The Original Crunch Roll Factory
Westfield
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained cleanliness of production areas and equipment in food manufacturing facility.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
- Sanitized food processing areas according to safety protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment, walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Operated cleaning machinery to sanitize surfaces and reduce contamination risks.
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
- Collaborated with team members to manage daily sanitation tasks effectively.
- Disposed of waste materials according to health regulations and company policies.
- Removed trash and waste from work areas to designated collection points.
- Handled cleaning and sanitation chemicals by following safety precautions.
- Applied cleaning chemicals to machinery using centralized or portable foaming systems.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Utilized chemicals such as detergents, disinfectants and polishes safely.
- Disassembled and assembled equipment for proper cleaning.
- Used brooms, mops and vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and debris from floors.
- Operated power scrubber, pressure washer, vacuum cleaner, steam cleaner and other cleaning equipment.
- Inspected areas for compliance with hygiene standards and reported issues promptly.
- Inspected premises for any potential health hazards or safety issues.
- Documented cleaning activities and maintained accurate records for inspections.
- Provided assistance to other departments upon request.
- Maintained janitorial closets with supplies for daily use.
- Ensured correct labeling and organized storage of cleaning chemicals.
Factory Production Worker
Carbon Graphite Materials INC
Brocton
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated machinery to produce graphite materials efficiently.
- Inspected products for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Inspected final products for quality assurance for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Inspected finished products for defects or flaws.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Maintained a clean and safe work area in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the production area.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow.
- Utilized hoists, cranes, and other lifting devices to move heavy items safely.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding job progress and safety issues.
- Evaluated current production processes and made forward-thinking adjustments to improve output.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Dunkirk Universal Stainless LLC
Dunkirk
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Operated machinery to assemble stainless steel products efficiently.
- Set up and operated drill presses to drill and tap holes into parts for assembly.
- Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivets, and hardware presses safely and correctly.
- Monitored machines for malfunctions or errors during operations.
- Calibrated machine settings to ensure precise operation and tolerances were met.
- Inspected materials for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected parts for defects using precision measuring instruments.
- Loaded and unloaded materials to ensure smooth workflow in production area.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine checks and minor repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to promote a safe working environment for all staff.
- Operated a large crane to lift and transport heavy materials safely.
- Transported heavy steel bars from crane to oven for heating and processing.
Ice cream factory worker
Wells Food
Dunkirk
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Operated machinery to ensure smooth production flow and maintain efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on food products to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols while operating equipment and handling materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of the work area to adhere to hygiene regulations.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines and conveyors.
- Followed strict protocols for handling hazardous materials safely and effectively.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to promote a culture of workplace safety.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding tasks and progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dunkirk High School
Dunkirk, NY06-2018
Culinary
Boces
Fredonia, NY06-2018
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Machinery operations
- Forklift operation
- Machinery maintenance
- Production planning
- Quality assurance
- Quality inspection
- Final product inspection
- Line inspection
- Product checking
- Batch production
- Manufacturing support
- Safety compliance
- Standard operating procedures
- Material handling
- Inventory management
- Product packing
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Power and hand tools
- Hand-eye coordination
- Workplace cleanliness
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Strong work ethic
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Machine setup and shutdown
Timeline
Production Line Worker
Purina
10.2025 - 03.2026
Warehouse Worker
Jamestown Containers Company
04.2023 - 11.2023
Assembly Line Production Worker
Matco Tools
01.2023 - 03.2023
Sanitation Worker
The Original Crunch Roll Factory
01.2022 - 09.2022
Factory Production Worker
Carbon Graphite Materials INC
03.2021 - 09.2021
Ice cream factory worker
Wells Food
03.2020 - 03.2021
Machine Operator/Assembler
Dunkirk Universal Stainless LLC
01.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Dunkirk High School
Culinary
Boces