Lemuel Smith
Saginaw,MI
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.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Dow Chemical
Midland, MI
04.2005 - 08.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
- Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
Furnace Operator
Alchem Aluminum
Saginaw, MI
07.2003 - 01.2004
- Adjusted furnace settings to meet production requirements.
- Worked cooperatively with team members in order to complete tasks efficiently.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or problems encountered while operating the furnace.
- Monitored furnace temperature and gas flow for optimal performance levels.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the operation of the furnace.
- Reported any malfunctions or operational issues that could affect production quality.
- Followed established procedures for shutting down furnaces at end of shift or during emergency situations.
- Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces, and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and tools used in the operation of furnaces.
- Kept operations in full compliance with quality, environmental, health and safety procedures for protection of workers and general public.
Inspector
Hemlock Semi Conductor
Hemlock, MI
07.2002 - 07.2003
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to guarantee they meet company standards.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
- Analyzed data collected during inspections to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Identified any potential hazards or areas that needed improvement through visual inspection and testing.
- Performed visual and NDT inspections using established tools to identify defects.
- Ensured all products met industry-standard requirements before being released for sale.
Security Officer
Fashion Bug
Saginaw, MI
11.2001 - 06.2002
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
Furnace Operator
Thompson Ball and Screw
Saginaw, MI
06.1997 - 07.2000
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or problems encountered while operating the furnace.
- Monitored furnace temperature and gas flow for optimal performance levels.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during operations.
- Checked gauges and monitored control panels to ensure efficient operations of the furnace system.
- Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Measured temperatures inside furnaces using thermocouples or pyrometers.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the operation of the furnace.
- Reported any malfunctions or operational issues that could affect production quality.
- Followed established procedures for shutting down furnaces at end of shift or during emergency situations.
- Documented daily readings from pressure gauges, control panels.
- Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces, and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and tools used in the operation of furnaces.
- Responded quickly to alarms indicating unsafe conditions within the furnace area.
- Calibrated instruments and adjusted valves according to specifications provided by engineering personnel.
- Created and updated documentation such as SOPs, work instructions and engineering forms.
- Drove forklift, front-end loader and hoists to move materials and ladles of molten metal.
Retail Replenisher
Sears Roebuck
Saginaw, MI
09.1988 - 05.1997
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with management team to identify opportunities for process improvements related to stocking processes.
- Maintained an organized and efficient stockroom, ensuring all items were properly labeled and stored.
- Assisted customers with locating requested items in the store's backroom or warehouse.
- Maintained communication with team members to coordinate tasks throughout the shift.
- Ensured that aisles were kept clean, orderly, and free of clutter at all times.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to requests from managers or supervisors regarding stock levels.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived merchandise while adhering to proper placement techniques.
- Assisted in training new staff members on stocking procedures according to company guidelines.
- Inspected merchandise for defects and damages before stocking shelves.
- Unloaded shipments from trucks and moved products to designated areas within the store.
- Replenished stock on sales floor as needed throughout the day.
- Built displays to promote new products or special offers in accordance with company standards.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure accurate records of product quantities.
- Provided support during promotional events by setting up display tables and replenishing supplies as needed.
- Followed safety protocols while operating material handling equipment such as hand trucks, dollies.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saginaw High School
Saginaw, MI06-1989
Some College (No Degree) -
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MISkills
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Project Management
Timeline
Operator
Dow Chemical
04.2005 - 08.2017
Furnace Operator
Alchem Aluminum
07.2003 - 01.2004
Inspector
Hemlock Semi Conductor
07.2002 - 07.2003
Security Officer
Fashion Bug
11.2001 - 06.2002
Furnace Operator
Thompson Ball and Screw
06.1997 - 07.2000
Retail Replenisher
Sears Roebuck
09.1988 - 05.1997
High School Diploma -
Saginaw High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Ferris State University