LARETHA MAYS
Memphis,TN
Summary
Seasoned Machine Operator with over 26 years of experience operating and maintaining various types of manufacturing equipment. Excellent communication skills, highly motivated, punctual, and energetic and eager to learn. Worker who is efficient and well-organized, with a strong work ethic and a desire to achieve success. Strong problem-solver and team player.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
American Snuff Co LLC
Memphis, TN
10.2018 - 09.2023
- Machine operator, forklift operator
- Dismantled machinery to gain access to worn components, remove them, and replace them in order to keep production within acceptable tolerances
- Kept equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks like lubricating and cleaning components
- Increased team efficiency by using forklifts, cranes, and other equipment to move materials
- Checked equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels on a regular basis
- Made pallets of boxes to make transportation easier.
Forklift Operator
PMC Biogenix
Memphis, TN
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Chemical machine operator, forklift operator, palletizer, packaging, processing, troubleshooting, and machine maintenance
- Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner.
Machine Operator
Conagra Foods Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Operated machines to prepare industrial or consumer products for storage or shipment
- Kept equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks like lubricating and cleaning components.
Machine Operator
Closure System International
Olive Branch, MS
06.1994 - 12.2013
- Dismantled machinery to gain access to worn components, remove them, and replace them in order to keep production within acceptable tolerances
- Checked the functionality and quality of products and subassemblies
- Set up machinery and equipment manually.
Education
High School Diploma -
Byhalia High School
Byhalia, MS05-1984
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MSSkills
- Logging paperwork
- Inventory staging
- Packing and scanning
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operation
- Production reporting
- Warehouse operations
- Safety standards and protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Control
- Workplace Safety
Certification
- NCRC Certification/Silver, 08/01/17, Win Desoto Center
- Forklift License, 06/01/14, Conagra Food
Timeline
Machine Operator
American Snuff Co LLC
10.2018 - 09.2023
Forklift Operator
PMC Biogenix
02.2017 - 10.2018
Machine Operator
Conagra Foods Memphis
05.2014 - 04.2017
Machine Operator
Closure System International
06.1994 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Byhalia High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Northwest Mississippi Community College