KRISTOPHER KESTERSON
Sanford,FL
Summary
Adaptable production supervisor and industrial labor technician with proactive problem-solving skills and excellent oral and written communication abilities. Comprehensive knowledge and experience in regards to safe work practices, not only equipment, machine running and maintenance but also consumable products for the general public. Extremely mindful of good hygiene, staying well groomed and sanitary work environments. Offering over a decade of comprehensive experience in Burner/Broiler production and fabrication operations. Also skilled with pneumatic and hydraulic tools to include Press shears, angle grinders, wheels to grind metal and fabrication, as well as various metal rollers. Ability to comfortably lifting and standing for entire 12 hour shift. As well as a strong work ethic, Enthusiastic well it's proven proficiency to maintain optimal workflow. Using lockout tagout procedures and also 5S. Expertise in installing, maintaining and upgrading parts used in production and manufacturing industry. Goal oriented and prepared to bring talent and leadership to growing company.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Wood Finisher/Forklift Operator
Synergy Wood
Sanford, FL
02.2022 - Current
- Marked boards of any flaws for later removal.
- Inspected surfaces to be smoothed to understand sanding effort required before beginning.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Finished wood items and construction using sanding techniques.
- Operated, maintained and repaired diverse range of equipment including routers, saws and sanders.
- Inspection of surfaces to be smoothed to understand sanding effort required before beginning.
- Studied & trained different techniques to maximize quality.
- Prepared and stained wood surfaces for finishing.
- Mixed stains, varnishes, shellacs, oils, and lacquers to achieve desired colors or shades.
- Applied finishes with spray guns, brushes, cloths, rags, steel wool pads, and other tools.
- Sanded surfaces to ensure a smooth finish prior to applying any coatings.
- Inspected finished products for quality control purposes.
- Set up machinery used in the production process.
- Trained multiple staff members for expedited workflow.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
Forklift Operator
Resolute Tissue
Sanford, FL
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Production Supervisor
Micron Fiber Tech
DeBary, FL
09.2012 - 07.2020
- Oversaw production of proprietary fiber and fiber mesh mats and ensured quality at very detailed level.
- Inspected incoming raw materials for defects.
- Operated and performed routine preventative maintenance on industrial vacuum furnace.
- Experienced using various hand and power tools, as well as larger equipment.
- Used drill press, lathe, hydrologic shears, CNC laser, resistance and seam welder.
- Created step-by-step equipment instructions for easy referral for owner and coworkers.
- Metal fabrication from raw materials to to create custom burners and broilers for a wide array of clients.
- Experienced with Nail gun, Sander, Impact wrench, Air hammer and Pneumatic drill.
- Ran production to meet deadlines.
- Achieved new quality and recorded quantity of raw materials minimum average, to reach best standards in company history (MC-20 burners)
- Lowered emissions by collaborating with proprietor, surpassing latest environmental standards.
- Upkeep and maintenance on pumps, belts, elements, & thermal couples.
- Ran PVC lines from Cooling Tower to Furnace and welders.
- Guaranteed equipment was in safe working order routinely.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones to achieve lowest emissions possible.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Improved work productivity by operating power grinders, files, wire brushes, chemical solutions and cleaning compounds.
- Reviewed blueprints and diagrams to determine job specifications, plan production activities and organize proper supplies.
- Repaired electronic equipment components via soldering and other detailed assembly processes.
- Marked weld points and positions of components on workpieces with rulers, squares and templates.
- Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted equipment to maintain efficient operations using air hoses and cleaning fluids.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biomedical Technician AAS
- Major for applied Associates Degree in Biomedical field as a Preventative Maintenance Technician.
- Studied with Hands-On training on various life saving life-sustaining medical equipment.
Certifications: OSHA Certified Forklift Operator + Clamp Attachments, Preventative Maintenance Tech. -
Skills
Experienced Operator and Preventive Maintenance Technician on following equipment;
- OSHA Certificated includes Forklift with Clamp Attachments
- Physically fit and agile
- Safety Awareness
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Trainer and Supervisor
- Strong Work Ethic
- Adaptable Multitasker
- Positive client rapport
- Working collaboratively
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Job order prioritization
- Job inspections
- Welding Operations
- Inventory oversight
- Material prepping
- Team building
- Training & Development
- Problem Resolution
- Quality Assurance Expertise
- Workflow Optimization
- Quality Control
- Process improvement strategies
- Workforce Training
- Systems Implementation
- Organizational Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
Timeline
Wood Finisher/Forklift Operator - Synergy Wood
02.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator - Resolute Tissue
07.2020 - 02.2022
Production Supervisor - Micron Fiber Tech
09.2012 - 07.2020
Vincennes University - Some College (No Degree), Biomedical Technician AAS
OSHA CERTIFIED - Certifications: OSHA Certified Forklift Operator + Clamp Attachments, Preventative Maintenance Tech.,