Kito O. Talford
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Hands-on machine operator offering several years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
E &J Gallo Winery
Fort Lawn, South Carolina
11.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating multiple parts of machines, including the depalletizer, seamer, filler, pasteurizer, and Clevertech palletizer.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Operate a lift truck/forklift to move pallets of product from machine to proper storing spaces.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Lead Machine Operator
Coroplast Tape Industries
Rock Hill, South Carolina
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Adjusted cutting speeds, feeds, tooling and work-holding devices to optimize machining operations.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during production processes.
- Created detailed reports of machine performance metrics for management review.
- Worked closely with Quality Control personnel to ensure products meet standards.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace and took corrective action when needed.
- Directed chemical mixture preparation for adhesive production on cloth, ensuring precision and accuracy of coating application.
Inspector
ATI Alvac
Richburg, South Carolina
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
Material Handler
Resource MFG/ATI Alvac
Richburg, South Carolina
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Work in the Rollin Mill
- Efficiently guide materials through the Mill operations
- Enhanced safety measures by employing proper bracing and strapping techniques to secure loads and minimize the risk of shifting or harm.
- Transported inventory items to designated areas
- Emptied aisles of debris, cleaned floors, and rearranged inventory to provide a tidy and obstacle-free warehouse floor.
Education
GED -
Greenville Senior High School Academy
Greenville, SCAccounting
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SCSkills
- Basic Math
- Machinery Operation
- Equipment Operation
- Materials Management
- Machine Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Good Communication
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Experience
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Power and hand tools
- Equipment Inspection
- Workplace Safety
- Machinery Operations
Timeline
Machine Operator
E &J Gallo Winery
11.2022 - Current
Lead Machine Operator
Coroplast Tape Industries
02.2021 - 11.2022
Inspector
ATI Alvac
01.2018 - 07.2020
Material Handler
Resource MFG/ATI Alvac
07.2017 - 01.2018
GED -
Greenville Senior High School Academy
Accounting
York Technical College
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