Kyle Farmer
Clarkesville,GA
Summary
Dedicated and innovative technician with over 17 years expertise in manufacturing and plan operations team trainer delivering 0n-the-job training to new associates and individuals learning new operational procedures. Reliable technician with a high commitment to safety and productivity. Professional and organized with demonstrated communication and teamwork abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Polymer Operator
Ethicon
Cornelia, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Comply with all job specific safety procedures and utilize PPE when necessary.
- Comply with quality system requirements as defined within procedures and instructions.
- Use test equipment (Starrett Gauge, Mitutoyo Gauge, Microscope, etc.) where applicable.
- Utilize applicable software systems as needed for the job (e.g. ComplianceWire, ADAPTIV,etc.)
- Consistently meet required work performance targets (RE's), if applicable
- Support LEAN and Six Sigma Initiatives.
- Support Maintenance Excellence (ME2) including 6S and Operator Asset Care.
- Accurately complete records as defined within the job procedures (e.g. manual and/or electronic documentation).
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/facilitator.
- Consistently meet required Training due date targets.
- Support Plant Diversity Process.
- Ensure safe working conditions and practices in the department.
- Submit Work Orders as needed to maintain safe and reliable working conditions and equipment.
- Communicate process and/or equipment problems to supervisor/facilitator in a timely manner.
- Work with appropriate personnel to resolve process deviations in a timely manner.
- Contribute to positive and effective communication from shift to shift and participate in shift changeover meetings
- Understand customer requirements.
- Assist in process improvement activities.
- Follow written specifications to manufacture product.
- Adhere to FDA quality and worldwide quality systems requirements.
- Demonstrate teamwork in identifying, evaluating, and resolving problems within the Department.
- Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
- For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
- Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Manufacturing Operator
Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Athens, GA
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained accurate records of production output and quality inspections.
- Performed daily maintenance on machines, including cleaning and lubrication.
- Identified and reported any machine malfunctions or irregularities to supervisors.
- Adhered strictly to GMP guidelines at all times.
- Adhered to strict GMP standards while performing duties.
- Documented all lab activities according to GMP guidelines.
- Adhered strictly to GMP standards while preparing batches for production.
- Identified root cause of technical issues and developed solutions.
- Monitored system performance and identified areas for improvement.
POLYMER
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
Cornelia, GA
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Set up production equipment for subassemblies or finished products.
- Ensures production equipment is properly set up.
- Checks products on assembly line to confirm that they are properly assembled and remove defective products.
- Compiles records and reports on quality inspection results.
- Cleans, maintains and performs basic repairs on equipment as needed.
- Schedules maintenance and/or repairs on equipment as directed.
- Prepares accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results, and special projects.
- Troubleshoots production problems.
- Reports and documents unresolved production problems.
LEAD OVERHAULER
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
11.2015 - 02.2020
- Complete a weekly maintenance of equipment to reach production target
- To ensure employee safety and compliance of safety policy at all times
- Inspect material to ensure quality requirements
TECHNICIAN
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
04.2013 - 11.2015
- Responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment
- Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
ROVING OPERATOR
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
08.2010 - 04.2013
- Operate high-speed sophisticated machines by managing settings and conducting test to ensure a successful operation in the production process
- Set all machine operation information such as speed, size and shape into machine before it begins running.
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
FIELDALE FARMS
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Supervised more than 15 employees in daily production of schedule orders
- Duties included but were not limited to: Receiving daily schedule, sanitizing workstation to meet USDA requirements, ordering raw materials for specific customer order, and to maintain 90% compliance of customer quality standard and proper packaging of product for further processing.
LINE WORKER
FIELDALE FARMS
05.2007 - 04.2009
- Responsible for maintaining customer specifications of poultry product
- Packing and stacking chicken.
Education
GED -
NORTH GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2018
Skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Forklift certification
- Good Manufacturing practice
- Mathematical aptitude
- MS Office knowledge
- Power and hand tools
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Leadership aptitude
- Maintenance expertise
- Able to work with minimal supervision
- Punctual and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Production Support
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Documentation And Reporting
- Hand and power tools
- Maintenance and repairs
- Troubleshooting skills
- Self Motivation
- Team building
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Polymer Operator
Ethicon
05.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Operator
Janssen Pharmaceuticals
04.2021 - 05.2022
POLYMER
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
02.2020 - 04.2021
LEAD OVERHAULER
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
11.2015 - 02.2020
TECHNICIAN
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
04.2013 - 11.2015
ROVING OPERATOR
MOUNT VERNON MILLS
08.2010 - 04.2013
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
FIELDALE FARMS
04.2009 - 06.2010
LINE WORKER
FIELDALE FARMS
05.2007 - 04.2009
GED -
NORTH GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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