Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency and quality through effective teamwork and strict adherence to regulations. Proficient in forklift operation, consistently maintaining high standards in all tasks. Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair, and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
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Keith Straight
Maintenance
Weirton
Summary
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
NEOWeirton
General laborer/Truck Driver
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Safely operating large commercial vehicle (tractor trailers) to transport steel coils, maintaining vehicle safety, and adhering to regulations, while also managing paperwork and communicating with managers.
- Self starter perform duties without outside help.
- Coats metal products with a thin layer of another metal to protect or decorate the surface, using processes like immersing parts in molten metal or electrolytic solutions.
- Operate and maintain plating machines, adjusting dials to regulate current and voltage for precise coating processes.
- Immerse workpieces in coating solutions or liquid metal/plastic for specified times, ensuring proper coverage and adherence.
- Inspect coated surfaces for defects like air bubbles or uneven coverage, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications.
- Measure, mix, and maintain plating or cleaning solutions, adding necessary additives to maintain proper strength, density, and temperature.
- Cleaning, plating, rinsing, drying, and potentially baking the parts to achieve the desired finish.
- Adhere to safety protocols when working with chemicals and equipment.
- Precise work and attention to detail ensuring quality and meeting specifications.
- Collaborating with team members and relaying information about plating processes.
- Adhere to safety protocols when working with chemicals and equipment.
- Transport steel rolls to various destinations.
- Operate a Class A CDL-required vehicle, including maneuvering and parking tractor-trailers.
- Loading and unloading cargo. Ensure the truck is in good working order, including performing routine maintenance and reporting any issues.
- Complete necessary paperwork related to deliveries and driving
- Operated machinery for material handling and processing tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from trucks and containers.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Unloaded building supplies from delivery trucks using forklifts or cranes.
- Printed and applied shipping labels for boxes and packages according to product distribution instructions.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Inspected tools and equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
Trivium PackagingWeirton
Operator/Mechanic
01.2005 - 06.2023
Job overview
- As an Operator Technician I maintain and operate DWI or 3 Piece equipment in the assigned department.
- I am responsible for maintaining optimum levels of production efficiency, spoilage and quality levels while working in a safe manner and complying with all Safety and Quality procedures.
- Perform daily / department Safety checks to insure safe work habits exist and correct hazards
- Production equipment operation
- Production and quality assurance checks and documentation
- Dimensional and visual quality checks
- Machinery overhauls and upgrades
- Maintenance of can, end making, and auxiliary equipment
- Assisting in trial runs (SMA's)
- Installation of new equipment
- 5S/Housekeeping
- LSS (Lean Six Sigma) Projects
- Work with all Team members to make recommendations for process improvements.
- Conduct inventory of materials to ensure sufficient stock to maintain operations.
- Forklift operation
- Sorting defective product
- Packing and Packaging support at Palletizer systems
- Problem resolution
- Break Relief
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored quality control standards throughout manufacturing operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent downtime.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management and materials handling tasks.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues across diverse packaging machinery systems.
- Repaired and maintained production equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs for compliance and record-keeping.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Education
Oak Glen High SchoolNew Cumberland, WV
High School Diploma
05.1984
University Overview
Skills
- Labor operations
- Forklift operation
- Power equipment operation
- Industrial plant
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety protocols
- Route logs
- Basic maintenance
- Commercial driving
- Adherence to regulations
Certification
- CDL A
- Driver's License
- CDL
Additional Information
Additional Information
If I can't fix it, it is not broke.Personal Information
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
General laborer/Truck Driver
NEO
10.2023 - Current
Operator/Mechanic
Trivium Packaging
01.2005 - 06.2023
Oak Glen High School
High School Diploma