Luther Hall
Erlanger,KY
Summary
Manufacturing professional with proven track record in mixing operations, ensuring quality and compliance. Known for strong team collaboration and reliability in dynamic environments. Skilled in machinery handling, safety protocols, and efficient problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subject Matter Expert Mixing and Compound Coating
Ferrero USA
02.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with management to identify and prioritize new concepts for development.
- Assembled, installed and tested new equipment and assisted users in understanding general functions of newly installed equipment for new production lines.
- Optimized chemical usage by accurately measuring and mixing solutions according to established guidelines for each specific task.
- Improved overall job quality with thorough surface preparation and proper material mixing procedures.
- Provided excellent support during color treatments by mixing accurate formulations according to stylist instructions and monitoring processing times closely.
- Operated mixing equipment to ensure precise chemical formulation
- Monitored batch processes to maintain product quality standards
- Operation of equipment in formulation of coating batches of 50,000Lbs. Using precise liquid and dry batching materials.
- Monitored ingredient inventory levels, coordinating timely restocking to maintain production flow.
- Operated mixing equipment to ensure accurate formulation of product blends.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
Production Operator
Givaudan Flavors
04.2009 - 02.2010
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Loaded supplies into machines by hand or by hoist.
- Prepared machines for daily use by calibrating and performing preventive maintenance.
- Took part in company-offered training sessions to improve skills and knowledge.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Calibrated chemical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated production equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Monitored chemical processes, adjusting parameters for quality control and efficiency.
- Operated and maintained blending equipment for chemical formulations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in chemical handling and storage.
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient processing of flavor formulations.
- Monitored quality control measures to maintain product consistency and safety standards.
Security Officer Supervisor
Allied Barton
07.2007 - 04.2009
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Collaborated with area law enforcement and federal investigators to support safe fugitive apprehensions and coordinate investigations.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted areas.
- Awarded position of visitation officer, working visitor reception desk as first contact point for persons entering facility.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Partnered with team of analysts to escalate and manage responses to all events impacting or threatening AWS personnel, property, and assets worldwide.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
Production Operator
WILD Flavors Inc.
04.2005 - 07.2007
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
- Worked with supervisor to coordinate workflow and updated daily production team accordingly.
- Prepared machines for daily use by calibrating and performing preventive maintenance.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Loaded supplies into machines by hand or by hoist.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- Actively participated in team projects and met critical deadlines.
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills through positive interactions with site managers, outside contractors, and junior on-site staff.
- Trusted to perform early production testing and production operations field testing.
- Monitored batch processes to guarantee product quality and consistency.
- Operated mixing equipment to ensure accurate formulation of product blends.
- Monitored ingredient inventory levels, coordinating timely restocking to maintain production flow.
- Conducted routine quality checks on mixtures for consistency and compliance with specifications.
Fitness Manager
Bally's Total Fitness
06.2001 - 05.2005
- Implemented effective social media strategies facilitate new business and promote patronage in existing customers.
- Fostered positive working environment for all employees by encouraging staff members to voice opinions and concerns without fear of reprisal.
- Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of all fitness equipment and explained to customers how to properly use each machine.
- Trained newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and providing positive feedback on work.
- Set clear sales goals for each employee, tracking progress and milestones and offering support and assistance.
- Managed fitness centers, recreation facilities and aquatic programs with emphasis on safety.
- Supported enrollees in fitness program services by encouraging participation in Zumba, yoga and other beneficial workout classes.
- Helped clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
- Provided individual health coaching to help clients optimize personal choices.
- Conducted needs assessments or surveys to determine interest in or satisfaction with wellness and fitness programs, events or services.
- Met or exceeded monthly revenue and training goals.
- Demonstrated safe and correct forms for each exercise and piece of equipment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winton Woods High School
Cincinnati, OH06.2002
Skills
- Constructive Feedback
- Operational Efficiency
- Creative Solutions
- Operational Standards
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Batch processing
- Mixing equipment operation
- Chemical formulation
- EHS compliance
- Chemical safety
- Preventive maintenance
- Machine guarding
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved Production issues which led to timely integration of new equipment and Production Lines.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of New productions lines
Certification
- OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Training - 30 Hour
- Harness and Fall Protection Inspection Certification
- Ladder and Lift Inspection Certification
- Security Leadership Training
- Mechatronics Certification- Gateway
- Fall Protection
- Confined Spaces
- Forklift
- Highlift
- Boom truck
- First Responce
Languages
English
Timeline
Subject Matter Expert Mixing and Compound Coating
Ferrero USA
02.2010 - Current
Production Operator
Givaudan Flavors
04.2009 - 02.2010
Security Officer Supervisor
Allied Barton
07.2007 - 04.2009
Production Operator
WILD Flavors Inc.
04.2005 - 07.2007
Fitness Manager
Bally's Total Fitness
06.2001 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Winton Woods High School