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Kelvin Jackson

Kelvin Jackson

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Innovative technology professional with 20 plus years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Engineer/Consultant

Web Merchants Inc
01.2016 - Current
  • Facilitated root cause analysis sessions to identify issues contributing to downtime or shrinkage within the facility.
  • Designed labor utilization standards to balance worker efficiency with employee satisfaction, increasing overall productivity and satisfaction.
  • Partnered closely with Quality Assurance team members to ensure maintenance of high-quality deliverables throughout project lifecycles.
  • Developed and implemented systems for quality control, resulting in reduced defect rates.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Coordinated daily operations, ensuring timely replenishment of merchandise on the sales floor.

Lighting Director

Professional Lighting Services
01.2006 - Current
  • Directed lighting design for multiple productions, ensuring visual storytelling aligned with artistic vision.
  • Implemented innovative lighting techniques, resulting in improved audience engagement and immersive experiences.
  • Collaborated with production teams to achieve optimal lighting setups, enhancing overall performance quality.
  • Oversaw equipment inventory management, ensuring all tools were maintained and available for use during productions.
  • Developed and executed lighting plans tailored to specific show requirements, maximizing aesthetic impact and efficiency.
  • Assisted in increasing event attendance through captivating stage designs that incorporated dynamic lighting effects.
  • Maximized safety on set by adhering to strict protocols during rigging, focusing, and maintenance of lighting equipment.

Production Assistant

Parks Audio Design
01.1995 - Current
  • Assisted in equipment setup and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
  • Streamlined communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
  • Enhanced quality of final video products by providing detailed feedback during review sessions.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed on set, minimizing accidents and maintaining secure environment.

Process Operator

Kimberly-Clark
01.2003 - 01.2015
  • Operated production machinery to ensure consistent output quality and efficiency.
  • Function well in both self directed roles as well as in a team environment
  • Monitored equipment performance and promptly addressed any mechanical issues.
  • Conducted routine inspections to maintain safety standards and compliance regulations.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate supply of raw materials for production runs.
  • Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
  • Read and applied information in specifications to determine equipment settings impacting product outputs.

Maintenance Technician

Milliken Company
01.1994 - 01.2003
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Diagnosed and repaired equipment failures, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity.
  • Quick Style Change (QCS): Robotics, data entry and machine operator.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Streamlined communication with other departments, ensuring maintenance issues were addressed in timely manner.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.

Education

Academic Diploma - undefined

Strom Thurmond High School
01.1991

Certified Advances Diesel Mechanic - undefined

USMC
01.1992

Skills

  • Expertise in Avo Expert, Road Hog, and Grand MA2 operations
  • Skilled in operating various lifting equipment
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
  • Process improvement
  • Quality assurance
  • Strategic planning
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Operations research
  • Data collection
  • Workflow design

Timeline

Industrial Engineer/Consultant

Web Merchants Inc
01.2016 - Current

Lighting Director

Professional Lighting Services
01.2006 - Current

Process Operator

Kimberly-Clark
01.2003 - 01.2015

Production Assistant

Parks Audio Design
01.1995 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Milliken Company
01.1994 - 01.2003

Academic Diploma - undefined

Strom Thurmond High School

Certified Advances Diesel Mechanic - undefined

USMC