Kaleb Swagger

Red Wing,MN

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Mead Johnson Nutrition, excelling in quality control and forklift operation. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and streamline inventory management. Skilled in welding techniques and effective communication, consistently resolving issues and ensuring high standards in material handling and equipment inspections.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Line Technician / Forklift Operator

Mead Johnson Nutrition

Wanamingo, MN

08.2022 - 10.2025

Inspected raw materials for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Conducted tests on finished products to ensure functionality and safety.
Documented quality control processes and maintained detailed inspection records.
Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
Operated forklift to transport materials between storage and production areas.
Conducted regular inspections on equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
Collaborated with warehouse team to organize inventory for efficient retrieval.

Welder

Hearth and home

Lake City, MN

04.2016 - 07.2022

Prepared surfaces for welding or soldering operations with grinders or sanders.
Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc, shielded metal arc and flux cored arc welding techniques.
Repaired defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
Assembled new equipment according to manufacturer's specifications using hand tools and power tools.

Scaffolding Builder

Safe Way Scaffolding

Minneapolis, MN

08.2015 - 03.2016

Constructed scaffolding systems for various construction projects.
Inspected materials and tools for safety compliance and quality assurance.
Operated equipment safely while adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Zumbrota Mazzepa Primary School

Zumbrota, MN

06-2012

Skills

Forklift operation
Quality control and assurance
Inventory management
Safety compliance
Attention to detail
Material handling
Loading and unloading operations
Equipment inspections

Welding techniques
Scaffolding assembly
Problem solving skills
Effective communication
Time management strategies
Technical troubleshooting
Repetitive task execution
Raw materials handling

Affiliations

Growing my Hot peppers, and making spicy dishes is one of my favorite hobbies!
Hiking with my family
Trying new food experiences
Traveling to new states

Languages

English

Professional

References

References available upon request.

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