Laquan Pittman
Paterson
Summary
Becoming a certified fork lift driver also learning different fields of machine operating that span from mechanical to molding in less than 5 years.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
Royal Mouldings
09.2024 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking material usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders with suppliers.
- Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within workspace.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, organizing workstations for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
- Increased production efficiency by meticulously calibrating machinery before each shift.
- Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.
- Fostered team-oriented environment, training new operators on machinery and best practices.
- Achieved significant reduction in setup times by developing quicker changeover procedures.
- Enhanced machine longevity with proactive maintenance and timely replacement of worn parts.
Factory Line Worker
Speyside sawmill
03.2021 - Current
- Measuring wood
- Testing wood
- Stacking wood
- Inspecting wood
Machine Operator
Atsumi Car Equipment
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Operating machines
- Unloading and loading
- Line cleaning
- Pallet jack usage
Cook/Prep
Ruby Tuesday
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Cooking
- Prepping
- Washing dishes
Grill Cook
7 dogs brewery
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Coming
- Washing dishes
- Unloading inventory
Tank Cleaner
Mayville Engineering Company
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Hanging tanks
- Painting tanks
- Washing tanks
- Boxing tanks
Education
Some college - Business
CTU Online
Colorado Springs, CO08.2014
Skills
- Materials Handling
- Assembly
- Cooking
- Load & Unload
- Warehouse experience
- Meal Preparation
- Packaging
- Food Preparation
- Food Service
- Pallet Jack
- Machining
- Order Picking
- Kitchen Experience
- Heavy Lifting
Certification
- Forklift Certification, 09/01/22, Present
- Driver's License, 06/01/24, 06/30/29
- Pallet Jack Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Machine Operator
Royal Mouldings
09.2024 - Current
Machine Operator
Atsumi Car Equipment
05.2021 - 08.2021
Factory Line Worker
Speyside sawmill
03.2021 - Current
Cook/Prep
Ruby Tuesday
02.2019 - 03.2020
Grill Cook
7 dogs brewery
06.2018 - 08.2019
Tank Cleaner
Mayville Engineering Company
05.2016 - 09.2017
Some college - Business
CTU Online
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