Kenneth Leamon
Kolher
HUNTSVILLE,AL
15
years of professional experience
Experienced machine operator with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a focus on workplace safety. Skilled in machinery setup, quality control, and efficient production support.
Work History
Machine Operator
1 Year 11 Months- Set up and operated machinery following production specifications and safety procedures.
- Monitored equipment performance and adjusted controls to maintain consistent output.
- Inspected finished parts for quality standards and removed defective product.
- Performed routine cleaning and basic maintenance to reduce downtime.
- Loaded materials and supplied machines to support continuous production flow.
Traveling Press Operator (Contract)
5 Months- Set up press equipment and calibrated controls for accurate, repeatable production runs.
- Monitored output quality and adjusted press settings to maintain specification compliance.
- Inspected finished parts for defects and separated nonconforming material for correction.
- Performed routine press maintenance and lubrication to reduce downtime and equipment wear.
- Trained new operators on safe press operation, quality checks, and setup procedures.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
Traveling Production Assembler (Contract)
6 Months- Assembled components according to work orders, blueprints, and quality specifications.
- Inspected finished units for defects, ensuring consistent product quality.
- Operated hand tools and production equipment safely during assembly tasks.
- Maintained accurate parts flow by staging materials and tracking inventory levels.
- Trained new assemblers on procedures, safety practices, and workstation setup.
Landscape Groundskeeper
1 Year 4 Months- Operated mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools for routine landscape upkeep.
- Maintained lawns, flowerbeds, and shrubbery to uphold clean, safe public grounds.
- Inspected grounds for hazards and reported irrigation, drainage, and turf issues promptly.
- Removed litter, debris, and weeds from parks, medians, and common areas.
- Assisted crew members with site preparation, cleanup, and equipment staging for daily work.
Finisher
3 Years 6 Months- Finished concrete surfaces with hand tools, screeds, and trowels for smooth, level results
- Inspected forms, edges, and surfaces before placement to prevent defects and rework
- Applied curing methods, sealers, and protective treatments to support surface durability
- Filled voids in concrete surfaces using repair compounds for a smooth finish, honeycombs, and imperfections using repair compounds and finishing techniques
Education
GED
Skills
Machine operation
Machine operations
Assembly and production
Quality control
Quality assurance
Manufacturing experience
Manufacturing
Material handling
Power and hand tools
Workplace safety
Safety compliance
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Computer skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Good communication
Strong work ethic
Timeline
Machine Operator
Kolher
02.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Traveling Press Operator (Contract)
Metro Industrial Services
07.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Traveling Production Assembler (Contract)
Innovative Staff Solutions
01.2022 - 07.2022Read More
Landscape Groundskeeper
City Of Huntsville
07.2020 - 11.2021Read More
Finisher
Scruggs Concrete
03.2010 - 09.2013Read More
Huntsville High School
GED
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