Richard Madetzke
Yankton,SD
Summary
Reliable and hardworking employee with extensive experience in manufacturing, industrial laundry, custodial services, shipping and receiving, and production environments. Strong ability to work independently or as part of a team in fast-paced settings. Experienced operating industrial equipment, forklifts, cranes, and warehouse machinery. Quick learner with excellent attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. Dedicated to maintaining safety, cleanliness, productivity, and quality standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
HSC/DOC Laundry Attendant
South Dakota Human Services Center
11.2023 - Current
- Operate and monitor industrial dryers and laundry equipment
- Load and unload delivery trucks
- Sort soiled laundry and fold clean laundry
- Maintain clean laundry carts, dryers, and work areas
- Lift and load 50 lb bags of softener and unload 100 lb detergent drums
- Assist in maintaining efficient workflow and safety standards
DOC Custodian
South Dakota Department of Corrections
01.2017 - 11.2023
- Swept, mopped, stripped, and waxed floors
- Cleaned walls, railings, hallways, showers, sinks, toilets, and common areas
- Removed trash and maintained sanitary conditions
- Replenished paper products and soap dispensers
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in high-traffic environments
Lead Sewing Operator / Production Lead
Pheasantland Industries
07.2012 - 01.2017
- Operated sewing, banding, and bar-tagging machines
- Manufactured khakis, sheets, pillowcases, mesh bags, and coats
- Maintained inventory records using computer systems
- Served as production lead for a 6-person team
- Assisted with workflow coordination and quality control
CNC Press Brake Operator
Hi’Roller Conveyors
06.2006 - 07.2012
- Read blueprints and fabrication measurements
- Fabricated and assembled steel components
- Operated forklift, hoist, overhead crane, and scissor lift
- Cut, measured, drilled, and ground steel and pipe
- Loaded trucks and handled shipping materials
- Performed basic welding and industrial painting
- Assisted with manufacturing and assembly operations
Food Production / Night Cleanup
Smithfield Foods
06.1997 - 06.2006
- Cut and packaged meat products
- Loaded pallets and operated pallet jacks
- Picked and packed customer orders
- Cleaned production equipment and processing areas using industrial cleaning equipment and chemicals
- Maintained sanitation standards and passed inspections consistently
Education
Entry-Level Certification -
National Institute For Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
2024
GED -
Turning Point Alternative High School
1997
Skills
- CNC Press Brake Operation
- Forklift, Overhead Crane, Hoist and Scissor Lift Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Tape Measure & Precision Measurement
- Manufacturing & Fabrication
- Warehouse, Shipping & Receiving
- Industrial Laundry Equipment Operation
- Industrial Cleaning & Sanitation
- Sewing Machine Operation (Singer JUKI)
- Drill Press & Banding Machine Operation
- Basic Welding Experience
- Industrial Painting & Shot Blast Experience
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Strong Physical Labor & Heavy Lifting Experience
Timeline
HSC/DOC Laundry Attendant
South Dakota Human Services Center
11.2023 - Current
DOC Custodian
South Dakota Department of Corrections
01.2017 - 11.2023
Lead Sewing Operator / Production Lead
Pheasantland Industries
07.2012 - 01.2017
CNC Press Brake Operator
Hi’Roller Conveyors
06.2006 - 07.2012
Food Production / Night Cleanup
Smithfield Foods
06.1997 - 06.2006
Entry-Level Certification -
National Institute For Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
GED -
Turning Point Alternative High School