Kavis Craddock
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing professional dedicated to maintaining high safety and quality standards. Proven ability to enhance production processes and foster teamwork, contributing to overall operational efficiency and reliability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hand polisher
Wkw
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Ground, sanded, and polished objects made of metal, stone, plastic, glass, and wood, utilizing cloth, hand tools, and power tools to achieve a high-quality smooth surface.
- Operated machinery in production facility to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
Manufacturing Associate
Plasman corp
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Trained on machine operation, part inspection, and production of high-quality products, contributing to overall quality assurance.
- Inspect and assemble parts according to company standards.
- Understand work instructions and be safety and quality conscious while producing quality work.
- Follow company standards, procedures, and instructions for quality/safety.
- Handle, load/unload, and perform record keeping of parts.
- Executed diverse tasks assigned by management, supporting team objectives and workflow.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
- Completed additional tasks as requested by supervisors.
Mig and Arc welding
KTH Leesburg Products LLC
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Applied Mig and Arc welding techniques to complete various projects, enhancing overall project quality.
- Performed quality repairs and improvements on equipment independently, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Completed preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Log daily activities on a PC using Microsoft Access.
- Demonstrated self-motivation by prioritizing safety, quality, and efficiency in all tasks.
- Utilized mechanical ability to read blueprints and drawings for effective troubleshooting of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Working knowledge of Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi PLCs while troubleshooting Electrical Circuits.
- Ability to work independently with willingness to learn
Maintenance CustoSupervisor/Supervisor/Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Wal-Mart
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Executed preventive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems, contributing to system longevity and reducing unexpected downtime.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on distribution center equipment and building systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Ensured safety and compliance while performing maintenance tasks on material handling equipment.
- Interpreted technical drawings to effectively troubleshoot and repair complex equipment issues.
- Collaborated with operations and technicians to support efficient facility maintenance.
- Utilized computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage work orders and parts inventory.
- Updated stakeholders on maintenance progress and findings, fostering improved communication and operational transparency.
- Operated various powered equipment to facilitate repair processes efficiently.
salad mixture, pelletier organizer, floor cleaner, Manger associated, shift leader
Jibe Staffing/ Fresh Express
Atlanta
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Packed bags in corrugated boxes and palletized products while consistently meeting safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
- Executed trimming, erecting corrugated boxes, material handling, rework, condiment insertion, and product spreading to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
- Performed a variety of tasks in the manufacturing environment.
- Adjusted job functions to align with specific customer requirements, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Worked in Atlanta, Georgia
Line cook, Prap cook, server, pastry cook, dietary aide
Dogwood Forest of Dunwoody
Atlanta
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed kitchen stations during peak hours, prioritizing grill and fry areas to enhance service flow.
- Observes FIFO procedures in the kitchen; making sure all food prepared for the day strictly follows prescribed rotation schedule to ensure maximum flavor and quality.
- Marinades all meat items according to prep guidelines, properly labels production date and stores them inside the walk-in chiller.
- Pounded chicken breast fillets for chicken sandwiches and pork loin for schnitzel to ensure consistent portioning.
- Slices vegetables in different styles: julienne, cubes and rings to be used for salads, garnishments and appetizers.
- Received food deliveries, checked quality, documented, and organized receipts and invoices for accurate inventory tracking.
- Atlanta, GA
Warehouse associate
Fast Staffing /Pathmark and Appliances Smart
Austell
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Loaded and unloaded freight, conducted inventory checks, and maintained cleanliness of products.
- Collaborated with production team, quality team, and team leader to enhance customer satisfaction through timely delivery of quality products and services.
- Austell Georgia
Barback /dishwasher
Doc's Food & Spirits
Marietta
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Changed beer kegs and cleaned kitchen areas to support smooth operations.
- Wiped down bar counter regularly to uphold cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Stocked ice in all beverage wells to ensure drinks are chilled.
- Brought out clean glassware for customer service and drink preparation.
- Stocking juice, liquor, beer, and wine.
- Stocked supplies, cleaned areas, answered phones, mopped spills to ensure a safe environment, assisted intoxicated customers, sourced supplies, changed kegs, delivered food, emptied trash cans.
- Marietta Georgia
Steward, Prep cook
Holiday Inn
College Park
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Demonstrated high energy while executing tasks in fast-paced kitchen.
- Cleaned dishes, assisted chef with food prep, replenished stock, managed inventory, and organized kitchen for next day.
- Set up workstations in the kitchen and prepared ingredients for the cooking process.
- Performed basic cooking duties and tracked stock levels.
- College Park, GA
Groundskeeper/forklift operator order puller
Expert Personnel Solutions
Atlanta
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated landscaping equipment to perform lawn care and maintenance tasks.
- Maintained grounds by trimming lawns and removing leaves and debris, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and appearance of outdoor spaces and facilities.
- Assisted in planting, pruning, and caring for various types of plants and trees.
- Atlanta, ga.
Forklift, Jack driver, line leader, cooler mounter, Shipping & Receiving
Keystone Foods
Baker Hill
04.2010 - 04.2016
- Monitored cooler temperatures and instructed teams on proper use of safety equipment.
- Received and unloaded freight with forklift and pallet jacks; checked for damaged goods, verified quantity and quality of orders, wrapped and packaged supplies, retrieved items from storage, and stocked and rotated inventory.
- Managed and oversaw the complete production process for designated products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Planned and organized strategies to ensure successful product development in accordance with specifications.
- Supervise teams that work in operations and product development.
- Prepare and complete all related shipping paperwork.
- Print, download and prepare all pick-lists for shipping.
- Complete all SAP and DLX functions for inbound receipts.
- Complete the shipping departure log and invoices for each completed load.
- Record, print, download and distribute all related paperwork for each load.
- Upload and verify proper shipping for all completed loads.
- Baker Hill, AL
Dishwasher/Cook
O' Charley's
Montgomery
09.2008 - 02.2009
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment efficiently.
- Ensured cleanliness of dishes and silverware, contributing to a hygienic and safe kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes and kitchen utensils.
- Organized and sorted clean dishes for easy access.
Dishwasher/Busser/cook
IHOP
Montgomery
03.2007 - 05.2008
- Operated commercial dishwasher, upholding sanitation standards for food safety.
- Prepared food per customer requests and coordinated delivery truck unloading for seamless kitchen operations.
- Ensured restaurant cleanliness to provide a welcoming environment for guests.
- Sets and resets dining room tables.
Stocker
Winn Dixie
Eufaula
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Unloaded trucks, scanned and broke down pallets, and relocated goods efficiently using a pallet jack.
- Stocked shelves with products according to store layout and inventory guidelines.
- Stocked items in designated areas, ensured attractive displays, and rotated stock to maintain freshness.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance product visibility and accessibility.
- Assisted customers in locating items and provided product information.
Merchandise Assembler/Electrical Assembler
Cooper lighting/Staffing Solutions
Eufaula
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Trained to read and understand work orders as well as assemble, test, and inspect light fixtures and individual components.
- Collaborated with team to meet daily production targets, ensuring timely completion of assembly goals.
- Assembled merchandise in production plants, shrink wrapped pallets, and loaded/unloaded trucks and trailers using pallet jack and forklift.
Produce Assistant
Winn Dixie
Eufaula
11.2003 - 06.2005
- Placed washed produce on shelves, rotating older items to maintain freshness.
- Stocked shelves in grocery store, organizing products for easy customer access.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks daily using an electric forklift.
Education
Forklift Certified -
Keystone Foods
03-2026
Forklift Certified -
Capital Martial
01-2016
HVAC - Helper
Montgomery Job Corps
Montgomery, AL06-2006
Diploma -
Eufaula High School
Eufaula, AL05-2004
Skills
- Polishing techniques
- Surface finishing
- Final inspection
- Quality
- Materials
- Hand tools proficiency
- Material handling
- Safety
- Attention to detail
- Inventory
- Scanning
- Time management skills
- Ability to handle pressure
- Team player
- Great listener
- Receptive to instructions
- Time management skills
Certification
- Forklift Certified, Keystone Foods, 07/01/16
- Forklift Certified, Capital Martial, 01/01/16
Timeline
Hand polisher
Wkw
06.2025 - 02.2026
Manufacturing Associate
Plasman corp
04.2024 - 06.2025
Mig and Arc welding
KTH Leesburg Products LLC
09.2023 - 03.2024
Maintenance CustoSupervisor/Supervisor/Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Wal-Mart
12.2020 - 08.2022
salad mixture, pelletier organizer, floor cleaner, Manger associated, shift leader
Jibe Staffing/ Fresh Express
09.2019 - 09.2020
Line cook, Prap cook, server, pastry cook, dietary aide
Dogwood Forest of Dunwoody
07.2018 - 07.2019
Warehouse associate
Fast Staffing /Pathmark and Appliances Smart
10.2017 - 05.2018
Barback /dishwasher
Doc's Food & Spirits
05.2017 - 09.2017
Groundskeeper/forklift operator order puller
Expert Personnel Solutions
07.2016 - 01.2017
Steward, Prep cook
Holiday Inn
05.2016 - 04.2017
Forklift, Jack driver, line leader, cooler mounter, Shipping & Receiving
Keystone Foods
04.2010 - 04.2016
Dishwasher/Cook
O' Charley's
09.2008 - 02.2009
Dishwasher/Busser/cook
IHOP
03.2007 - 05.2008
Stocker
Winn Dixie
08.2006 - 01.2007
Merchandise Assembler/Electrical Assembler
Cooper lighting/Staffing Solutions
08.2006 - 01.2007
Produce Assistant
Winn Dixie
11.2003 - 06.2005
Forklift Certified -
Keystone Foods
Forklift Certified -
Capital Martial
HVAC - Helper
Montgomery Job Corps
Diploma -
Eufaula High School