Dynamic operator with extensive experience, skilled in tool operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to resolve issues swiftly and maintain high-quality standards. Adept at multitasking and collaborating with teams to meet production goals, ensuring efficient operations in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and workplace safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Salm Partners
01.2025 - 08.2025
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.
Worked outside in all weather conditions.
Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Cabinet Maker
De Pere Cabinet
01.2024 - 01.2025
Liaised with other woodworkers to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
Coordinated with suppliers for prompt delivery of materials.
Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
Maintained accurate records of work performed for billing purposes.
Fabrication
JBS Beef Plant
12.2023 - 01.2024
Maintained machinery and tools to keep fabrication processes running smoothly.
Developed electrical design packages with interconnect diagrams and MTOs for fabrication and production.
Interpreted orthographic and isometric drawings for assembly and fabrication.
Operated metal forming equipment to produce layout pieces for fabrication.
Cutting and Trimming: Workers cut and trim meat products to prepare them for packaging.
Product Handling: This includes tasks like breaking down animal carcasses, saving primals, and handling product to meet customer requirements.
Packaging: Products are boxed and bagged according to specifications.
Quality Control: Inspecting meat and packaging to ensure they meet JBS and customer standards is a key responsibility.
Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintaining clean work areas and sanitizing equipment are essential for food safety
Production Worker
American Foods Dressed Beef
03.2021 - 12.2023
Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
Use hand tools, knives, or equipment to perform job tasks.
Work in a variety of work temperatures: warm, hot, humid, cold, wet or with slippery surfaces at varied heights in and around moving equipment and parts with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work around animal blood, carcass parts, and unpleasant odors.
Stand on hard surface or elevated platform the entire shift; use stairway, steps, ladders or platforms.
Knife jobs require good knife sharpening skills to meet production standards.
Comply with all food safety policies and regulations.
Adhere to and promote a strong safety culture. Follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Be respectful of and able to work in a culturally diverse population
Machine Operator
Bay Fabrication
02.2019 - 03.2021
Performs daily safety checks on all equipment and follows all safety procedures effectively.
Enters order tracking information on production forms.
Performs daily machine setups and basic machine maintenance.
Performs compliance testing and other quality control measures.
Loads and unloads trucks of products and materials.
Operates forklift to move raw materials and products.
Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager including warehouse and shipping & receiving.
Hopper Dumper
Encadria Staffing Solutions
08.2016 - 02.2019
Manual Loading and Unloading: Lift and carry items, including totes and bins, and empty them into the vehicle or equipment's hopper.
Physical Labor: Perform tasks that involve heavy industrial lifting (up to 50–70 pounds), bending, pushing, and pulling throughout a shift.
Operational Assistance: Work alongside a driver or machine operator, providing assistance with tasks such as backing up and navigating routes.
Safety Adherence: Follow all safety protocols and regulations, including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Equipment Maintenance: Clean the vehicle's hopper and other equipment at the end of each shift or as needed.
All-Weather Conditions: Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and indoors in warehouse or industrial settings.
General Duties: Assist with other general labor or warehouse tasks, such as cleaning the workspace and organizing materials.