Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Justin Lawson

Shearers Snacks
Duffield,VA
8
years of professional experience

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. My troubleshooting process is a balance of open mindedness, experience and collaboration. I bring a positive atmosphere to my team. Quick and thorough life-long learner, I believe your mind is your greatest tool.

Work History

Maintenance Technician

3 Months
Shearers Snacks | 05.2026 - Current

Machine Operator

7 Years 8 Months
Shearers Snacks | 08.2018 - 04.2026
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Elevated team morale and productivity by leading by example and providing support where needed.
  • Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
  • Optimized machine output to meet production targets, carefully scheduling machine runs and maintenance.
  • Assisted in the development of preventive maintenance schedules, improving equipment lifespan and efficiency.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.

Education

High School Diploma

Lee High School | Lee County, VA

Skills

Dedicated work ethic
Effective communication
Detail-oriented approach
Operational machinery skills
Occupational safety
Cross-functional teamwork
Analytical troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Troubleshooting skills
Hand and power tools
Equipment Repair
Variable frequency drives

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Shearers Snacks
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Machine Operator

Shearers Snacks
08.2018 - 04.2026Read More

Lee High School

High School Diploma
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Justin Lawson