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KENDALL RIVERA

Chicago,United States

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven track record of excellence in manufacturing and machine operation. Seeking a lead or supervisor role where my strong work ethic, genuine care for people, and exceptional leadership skills can drive team success and foster a positive work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Pressman/Lead Operator

Pregis
05.2023 - Current
  • Set up and operate printing presses to produce mailers, following job orders, specifications, and quality control procedures
  • Monitor press operations throughout the production run, making adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Lead team members, including designers, prepress operators, to coordinate workflow and meet production deadlines
  • Worked with management in coordinating and planning line activities.

Machine Operator

RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION
02.2012 - 02.2022
  • Trained new employees on fillers line and operations checklist (TPM), ensuring adherence to company standards.
  • Operated various types of machinery, such as 3 filler ,9 filler , liquid pails, prewhip pails
  • Assisted in basic maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment to reduce downtime.


  • Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.

Lead Operator

RDI
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Oversaw machine operations for mask production, adeptly adjusting equipment settings and material rolls to accommodate various mask sizes, leveraging computer systems to maintain precise product specifications


Lead Operator

Georgia Nut Company
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • lead candy department , including mixing, molding, coating, and packaging, to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality specifications
  • Train and mentor production workers on proper candy-making techniques, equipment operation, and safety protocols
  • Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Morton College
Cicero, IL

Skills

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Creativity
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Time Management
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Effective Time Management
  • Fast Learner
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Computer Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Communication Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Communication

Timeline

Pressman/Lead Operator

Pregis
05.2023 - Current

Lead Operator

RDI
04.2019 - 02.2020

Lead Operator

Georgia Nut Company
02.2017 - 01.2018

Machine Operator

RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION
02.2012 - 02.2022

Associate of Arts -

Morton College
KENDALL RIVERA