Brandon Middleton
Greencastle,PA
Summary
Efficient lead line man adept at cutting, stretching and stapling fabrics, frames and running viking machine for building in high-volume environments. Diligent and detail-oriented with a solid work ethic and in-depth understanding of assembly line operations. Looking for a permanent role and bringing 14 + years' experience in the field. Adept at constructing frames, building up padding and refinishing surfaces. Expertise in different types of upholstery and able to switch between jobs with ease. All skilled employee that was pulled to all departments as needed. Highly organized and safety-driven. Hardworking manufacturing professional experienced in production, upholstering, framing, meeting deadlines and daily numbers. Punctual and dependable team player with good communication and multitasking skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mattress Assembler
Aw Industries
12.2020 - 02.2025
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Positioned and aligned components to complete accurate assembly work.
- Orchestrated organizational assembly strategy to produce products to conform to design specifications.
- Removed physical refuse and debris, organizing tools to maintain safe, effective work environment.
- Smoothed surfaces to enhance alignment of parts and finishes.
- Improved knowledge and productivity through continuous education and learning from foreman and senior assemblers.
- Met prescribed safety measures and procedures, including to help department meet consecutive safety rating.
- Performed and submitted first piece for inspection.
- Determined materials, tools and equipment needed for product order fulfillment.
- Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections and modifications when necessary.
- Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
- Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
Upholstery Technician
Tempur Sealy
04.2013 - 10.2020
- Worked on special projects such as reupholstering.
- Inserted and positioned materials and clamped, spliced and fitted parts using hand and power tools.
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Determined materials, tools and equipment needed for product order fulfillment.
- Followed instructions when measuring, cutting and sewing materials.
- Stretched fabric and webbing using tools and neatly tacked pieces.
- Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Kept team on track by assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Contributed to development, planning and completion of project initiatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smithsburg High School
Smithsburg, MDSkills
- Operating equipment
- Managing inventory
- Stretching fabric
- Quality control standards
- Repairing frames
- Stapling and tacking skills
- Troubleshooting problems
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Team building
- People skills
- Working collaboratively
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem resolution
- Relationship building
- Organization
Education and Training
I have learned how to use various machines in my jobs and am willing to learn new skills/machines in order to fulfill production and what is required from me.
Experience
I have many years of experience in warehouse production ready to start my next career. I am capable of working in fast paced environments while being able to be a team leader. I have a strong work ethic and I am capable of being flexible and learning quickly.
Timeline
Mattress Assembler
Aw Industries
12.2020 - 02.2025
Upholstery Technician
Tempur Sealy
04.2013 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Smithsburg High School
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