Larry Burrell
Machine operator/Assembler
Shakopee,MN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembler
Sico America Inc
Edina, Minnesota
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Inspect finished products for defects and conformance to customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate inventory records of all materials used in the manufacturing process.
- Position parts in jigs or fixtures for fastening with bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Assist in training new employees on proper safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Record production data such as number of units produced, rejected items.
- Adhered to safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while carrying out daily tasks.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow processes within the department.
Assembly Mechanic
Graco
Minneapolis , MN
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Conducted regular tests on assembled products in order to identify any potential flaws or errors.
- Calibrated assembly machinery prior to start-up operations by following established procedures.
- Assembled components using various hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers.
- Performed quality control inspections on assembled components and identified any defects or issues.
- Assisted other workers with complex tasks when needed by providing technical guidance or support.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with assembly equipment and provided appropriate solutions.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts of the assembly equipment in order to maintain optimum performance levels.
- Monitored stock levels of spare parts used for repairs or replacements on the production line.
- Cleaned work areas at the end of each shift and disposed of hazardous materials according to company guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels within the warehouse area.
- Identified and resolved assembly problems, suggesting improvements to assembly procedures.
- Performed functional testing on assembled parts to verify operation and conformance to design.
- Managed inventory of assembly parts and tools, requesting replenishments as needed.
- Looked for faulty components in assembly processes to prevent accidents and errors.
- Documented errors and quality issues for engineering department.
- Conducted quality control inspections to ensure assemblies met company standards and specifications.
- Kept work areas organized and clean to maximize productivity.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline assembly processes.
- Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
Machine Operator
Corporate Graphics International
Mankato, Minnesota
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
Die Cutter Operator
Shutterfly
Shakopee, Minnesota
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Set up and operate die-cutting machines to cut, score, crease, perforate, emboss, or stencil paper or other materials.
- Observe machine operation to detect jams or malfunctions, such as misaligned cuts or incorrect pressures.
- Select appropriate dies for specific jobs based on size requirements and customer specifications.
- Install dies onto die-cutting machines according to established procedures while ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
- Troubleshoot machine malfunctions by adjusting settings or making minor repairs.
- Read work orders to determine job specifications such as materials used and dimensions of finished products.
- Monitor machine performance indicators to ensure optimal efficiency levels are maintained.
- Load paper into feeders on the die-cutter machine according to specified instructions.
- Inspect finished product for quality assurance purposes, such as accuracy of cuts and alignment of graphics.
- Maintain a clean working environment by regularly cleaning up after production runs have been completed.
- Follow established safety guidelines at all times while operating machinery.
- Check stock supplies and replenish when necessary.
- Train new employees on the proper use of die-cutting machinery.
- Ensure that all safety guards are in place before starting any job run.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Turned controls to set cutting speeds, feed rates or table angles for specified operations.
- Operated printing press machines and manually set and adjusted speed, temperature and ink flow.
- Cut off excess materials for reuse or recycling.
Education
GED -
Jefferson High School
Saint Paul, MN05-2007
Skills
- Manufacturing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Small Parts Assembly
- Visual Inspection
- Safety Regulations Adherence
- Assembly and production
- OSHA
- Accuracy
- Repetitive Work
- Machine Operation
- Precision measurement
- Component Assembly
- Workspace Organization
- Product Packaging
- Shipment Receiving and Processing
- Organizational Skills
- Labeling Boxes
- Team Collaboration
- Heavy Lifting
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Following Procedures and Protocols
- Quality Assurance Controls
- QA
- Machining familiarity
- Supply Chain Management
- Production Line Collaboration
- Workplace Safety
- Background in shipping and receiving
- Materials Management
- Mechanical Assembly
- Late Shift Availability
- Goal Setting
- Team building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Task Prioritization
Timeline
Assembler
Sico America Inc
11.2017 - 11.2021
Assembly Mechanic
Graco
02.2016 - 11.2017
Machine Operator
Corporate Graphics International
01.2014 - 12.2015
Die Cutter Operator
Shutterfly
05.2013 - 10.2015
GED -
Jefferson High School
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