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Laticia Woods

Garden City,MI

Summary

Committed and hardworking Machine Operator of 18 years, with strong background monitoring, operating and controlling equipment in manufacturing setting. Highly skilled at using trade equipment as well as monitoring operations by reading charts, meters and gauges. Expert at identifying, analyzing, and troubleshooting technical problems to resolve quickly.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Stellantis Dundee Engine Plant
03.2006 - 09.2024
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.


WCM Autonomous Maintenance Project Team Leader 2008-2011

  • Created countermeasures for sources of contamination and difficult to access areas
  • Audit preparations and presentations
  • Verified and statistically charted the quality of the product
  • Effectively ran Lathes, Mill, Grinders and CNC machines


  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
  • Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.

Education

No Degree - Certified Machinist - Manufacturing Engineering

FocusHOPE Center For Advanced Technology
Detroit, MI
06-2002

No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant

Professional Career Institute
Detroit, MI
06-1998

High School Diploma -

Ferndale Public Schools
Ferndale, MI
06-1992

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Statistical Process Control
  • CNC processes
  • Capable of grasping and utilizing new information
  • Project management experience
  • Strong eye for details
  • Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills
  • World Class Manufacturing Methodologies
  • Problem-solving
  • Machinery operations
  • Assembly and production
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control

Timeline

Machine Operator

Stellantis Dundee Engine Plant
03.2006 - 09.2024

No Degree - Certified Machinist - Manufacturing Engineering

FocusHOPE Center For Advanced Technology

No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant

Professional Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Ferndale Public Schools
Laticia Woods