Kenneth Bonds
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Flex N Gate, excelling in quality control and safety procedures. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency and train new staff effectively. Strong hand-eye coordination and critical thinking skills contribute to achieving high standards in manufacturing processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Production Worker
Flex N Gate
03.2022 - Current
- Operated machinery to assemble components efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals effectively.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products for defects.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to enhance productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly processes.
- Adapted quickly to changing tasks and production schedules.
- Reported equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime.
- Operated various machines used in production processes.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new procedures quickly when changes were implemented on the production line.
Electroplater
J.G Kern Enterprises
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Operated electroplating equipment to apply metal coatings on various substrates.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations during plating processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on plating machinery to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Monitored chemical composition of plating baths, adjusting as necessary for quality control.
- Developed standard operating procedures for electroplating tasks, enhancing consistency in output quality.
- Achieved high levels of precision in coating thicknesses by calibrating instruments regularly and diligently monitoring measurements during the plating process.
- Managed hazardous materials carefully to ensure employee safety and environmental protection during the electroplating process.
- Maintained a clean workspace by implementing proper waste disposal procedures and following established cleanliness protocols.
Car Porter
Precision
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Oversaw daily vehicle organization, ensuring efficient parking and retrieval operations.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes, reducing vehicle retrieval times significantly.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of vehicles, contributing to high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
Electroplater
KC Jones Plating Company
10.2012 - 04.2018
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety measures in electroplating practices.
- Collaborated with engineering team to improve process efficiency and reduce waste in production cycles.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflows, resulting in improved turnaround times for plating projects.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by researching emerging technologies in the field of electroplating techniques and recommending potential upgrades to existing processes or equipment.
- Increased operational efficiency through the utilization of automation systems for various electroplating tasks.
- Performed root-cause analysis when defects were identified, implementing corrective actions promptly to prevent recurrence in future batches.
- Hung parts and molds from cathode rods to immersed in plating solutions.
- Adhered to safety protocols, company procedures and OSHA regulations in areas of work to optimize performance, minimize downtime and protect team members.
- Cleaned and roughened surfaces with sandblasting to achieve strong adhesion.
- Checked finished work for correct thickness of deposits.
- Implemented correct playing procedures based on materials used, desired plating levels and specifications laid out in work orders.
- Scraped off build-up and cleaned machinery regularly.
- Monitored chemical composition of plating baths, adjusting as necessary for quality control.
- Maintained a clean workspace by implementing proper waste disposal procedures and following established cleanliness protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School
Oak Park, MISkills
- Safety procedures
- Hand-eye coordination
- Workplace cleanliness
- Quality control analysis
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Assembly Line Production Worker
Flex N Gate
03.2022 - Current
Electroplater
J.G Kern Enterprises
04.2019 - 02.2022
Car Porter
Precision
07.2018 - 02.2019
Electroplater
KC Jones Plating Company
10.2012 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School