Justin Chowaniec
Janesville
Summary
I focus on quality and have experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, material handling, automotive repair, and food production. I am skilled at performing production and final inspections, spotting and documenting defects, and preparing non-conformance and quality reports. I ensure that we meet quality standards. I know how to use Microsoft Excel, quality control tools, and I keep detailed records. I am forklift certified and committed to product quality, workplace safety, and ongoing improvement. I have a keen eye for detail, excel at problem solving, and can maintain high standards in fast paced production environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Employee
Panda Express
Janesville, WI
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Focused on delivering exceptional customer service to maintain high standards of food quality and ambiance.
- Promoted safety protocols to ensure effective collaboration between staff and management.
- Oversaw daily housekeeping operations to maintain high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction. Managed inventory of cleaning supplies to optimize resource allocation and efficiency. Implemented quality control measures to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough quality assessments of food products to maintain high quality and safety compliance.
- Facilitated positive dining experiences by providing attentive and responsive customer service.
Material Handler
Charter Next Generation
Milton, WI
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Certified forklift operator specializing in the safe transportation of rolls weighing between 100 and 3000 pounds.
- Assisted in maintaining product safety standards to protect employees and equipment. Supported efforts in ensuring safe handling of products for employee welfare.
- Facilitated corporate communication among staff and factory personnel.
- Performed routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to uphold factory organization. Supported team members by maintaining a tidy and efficient work environment. Assisted in the upkeep of factory cleanliness to promote safety and productivity.
- Executed quality control measures and conducted inspections on production lines and final products.
- Assisted in compiling quality reports and identifying non-compliance procedures. Supported teams in documenting quality metrics and addressing compliance issues. Helped maintain standards by reporting on quality and non-compliance procedures.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper material handling techniques and safety protocols.
Auto Mechanic
Don Miller Subaru
Madison, WI
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Supported experienced automotive technicians in executing regular maintenance tasks.
- Embraced a growth mindset to foster continuous learning and adaptability.
- Exercised meticulous attention to detail in all tasks and projects.
- Prioritized safety protocols to ensure the well-being of customers, coworkers, and self.
- Conducted comprehensive report documentation and procedure analysis.
- Facilitated effective communication among peers, management, and customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Craig High School
Janesville, WI04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Theology
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI12.2026
Skills
- Clean workspace maintenance
- Packaging
- Electrical diagnostics
- Automotive tire change
- Automotive tire balancing
- Load & unload
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Writing skills
- Automotive repair
- Culinary experience
- Ability to follow instructions
- Outdoor work
- Remodeling
- Product safety
- Materials Handling
- Plastics Blow Molding
- Flooring installation
- Machining
- Forklift
- Construction
- Cash register operation
- Supervising experience
- Computer skills
- Shipping & receiving
- Warehouse Experience
- Industrial equipment troubleshooting
- Driving
- Reach Truck
- MacOS
- Customer service
- Interviewing
- Leadership
- Box truck
- Productivity software
- Hospitality
- Car wash
- Attention to detail
- ERP systems
- Quality standards in production
- Maintenance, repair and operations (MRO)
- Computer literacy
- Machine operation
- Handyman experience
- Time management
- Heavy Lifting
- Office experience
- Distribution center
- Baking
- Basic math
- Climbing
- Detailing
- Order Picking
- Pallet Jack
- Handling customer inquiries
- Manufacturing company experience
- Manufacturing
- Moving
- Power tools
- Roofing
- Plastics production experience
- RF scanner
- Hand tools
- Mechanical knowledge
- IOS
- Working in the automotive repair industry
- Data entry
- Organizational skills
- Preventive Maintenance
Certification
- Driver's License
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Auto Mechanic
Don Miller Subaru
02.2025 - 03.2026
Material Handler
Charter Next Generation
06.2023 - 02.2025
Front of House Employee
Panda Express
03.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Craig High School
Bachelor of Science - Theology
UW-Whitewater