Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
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Kyung Kim

Hughesville,PA

Summary

I am a hard worker and a team player who is willing to learn as well as give my input with my experience in the 22 plus years in the manufacturing industry. I am familiar with gmp’s, lock out / tag , lean, forklift experience, msds procedures and who is very safety orientated. As a lead operator I have the experience of running a line and managing personnel, also have experience being a relief supervisor at my current job and with previous companies and also in the military. Committed lead operator with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator. Committed [Job Title] with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Skilled Production Worker offering 30 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Operator

Armstrong World Industries
08.2012 - Current
  • Responsible for running the line, making sure change overs are done for for different items, trouble shooting root causes for issues with the line, direct working relationship with management! Also
  • I was a Press operator on the P&I line, responsible for setting up line to feed, sand and punch boards for item running on schedule for the day, numerous change overs to different items, according to specs
  • Paint operator on the prime and intermediate paint booths , painting boards according to item specs, changing paints for items calling for different paints
  • Stacking at the end of the line if needed and hauling away with forklift
  • Involved with many of the companies safety programs, knowledgeable in lock out, tag out procedures.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
  • Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.

Bagger operator/ coder

The Hershey company
08.1999 - 02.2012
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
  • Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
  • Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies to achieve consistent productivity levels.
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
  • Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
  • Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
  • Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.

Team Leader/Supervisor

Quill Corporation
06.1996 - 08.1999
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
  • Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.

Soldier

United States Armed Services, Army
02.1987 - 08.1997
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
  • Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
  • Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
  • Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
  • Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
  • Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
  • Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
  • Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
  • Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
  • Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
  • Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
  • Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
  • Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.

Bagger operator

- 01.1997
  • In the kiss department responsible for bagging different bag sizes for kisses according to schedule and specs, responsible for making sure bags are in spec, changing out rolls of bags for machine, doing Quality checks to make sure items are in spec , weight , code and appearance according to the
  • Hershey standards
  • Coder for entire Hershey plant responsible for setting up codes on all machines that require codes, setting up and fixing video jet machines according to set codes for that day
  • Various jobs throughout the plant from bean processing, sanitation, clean up crew, shipping, a soldier first, mechanic and field artillery in various stations

Team leader

01.1987 - 01.1992
  • For the Non Conveyor department responsible for giving out jobs for the six employees in the department, getting the orders for picking for the day, also responsible for coordinating with UPS to bring in trailers for shipping of items
  • Worked with over the road shipping companies that brought material for the company
  • Reported to the shift supervisor

Education

High -

equivalent - undefined

High school diploma - Acedemic

Lebanon Senior High School

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency and Safety
  • Assembly Line Operations
  • Setting up Equalizer saw blades
  • Forklift
  • Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
  • Conveyor System Operation
  • Safety Compliance
  • Team Player
  • Operate Machinery
  • Identifying Flaws
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Troubleshooting Abilities

Accomplishments

Awarded Joint service achievement , Army Arcom and three good conduct medals for my enlistment in the Armed forces.

Certification

Computer knowledge, forklift (10+ years) Manufacturing (10+ years) Maintenance Lean Manufacturing (10+ years) Lean 5S (10+ years)

Additional Information

  • Willing to relocate to:, Lycoming County, PA - - Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Lead Operator

Armstrong World Industries
08.2012 - Current

Bagger operator/ coder

The Hershey company
08.1999 - 02.2012

Team Leader/Supervisor

Quill Corporation
06.1996 - 08.1999

Soldier

United States Armed Services, Army
02.1987 - 08.1997

Team leader

01.1987 - 01.1992

Bagger operator

- 01.1997

High -

equivalent - undefined

High school diploma - Acedemic

Lebanon Senior High School
Kyung Kim