MARCUS GERALDS
Inkster,MI
Summary
Dynamic production professional with extensive experience at BAYLOFF Stamped Products, excelling in machine operation and teamwork. Proven track record of enhancing product quality and efficiency while consistently meeting production targets. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills contribute to a safe and organized work environment, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
Express Employment
Monroe, MI
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to maintain standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to adhere to safety regulations.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and reported shortages promptly.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules and processes.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
Stamping Press Operator
BAYLOFF Stamped Products
Belleville, MI
04.2014 - 09.2024
- Operated stamping presses to produce high-quality components with precision and consistency.
- Improved product consistency by monitoring equipment settings and adjusting them as needed during operations.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency within the stamping press area.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production quotas while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Supported successful product launches by efficiently adapting to new stamping press requirements and processes.
- Optimized workflow by organizing workstations for efficient material handling and tool accessibility.
- Focused on waste reduction strategies, implementing recycling programs for scrap materials generated during operations.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by sharing expertise with peers during team meetings or informal training sessions.
- Upheld company standards for cleanliness and organization throughout the stamping press area, promoting a productive work environment.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following established protocols and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of products meeting required specifications and timelines.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
- Operated extrusion line by maintaining proper speeds and adjustments to deliver quality product and production rates.
Spot Welder
Caparo Vehicle Components
Novi, MI
12.2006 - 06.2012
- Operated spot welding machinery to assemble metal components efficiently.
- Ensured quality control by inspecting welds for integrity and precision.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and reduce downtime.
- Adhered to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished welds to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Completed complex spot welding tasks using blueprints, schematics, or verbal instructions with precision and accuracy.
- Assisted in the implementation of lean manufacturing principles, streamlining workflows for enhanced productivity.
- Efficiently organized and prepped work areas, ensuring all necessary tools and materials were readily accessible for each spot welding task.
- Demonstrated flexibility by quickly adapting to new equipment or processes as introduced within the organization, ensuring minimal disruption in overall production output.
- Ensured high-quality welds by following standard operating procedures and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained a clean work environment, resulting in fewer accidents and increased overall safety.
- Maintained open communication with supervisors regarding project progress, challenges faced, or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining spot welding equipment and ensuring proper calibration.
- Contributed to the development of new spot welding processes, improving production efficiency and product quality.
- Consistently met daily production goals while keeping scrap rates low through diligent attention to detail during each stage of the spot-welding process.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient workflow, completing projects within strict deadlines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ruben Daniel's Adult Education of Saginaw
Saginaw, MI01-1996
Skills
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product packing
- Heavy lifting
- Product assembly
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Assembly procedures
- Shipment preparation
- Assembly line expertise
- Packing and shipping
- Forklift certification
- Deadline compliance
- Measuring instrument proficiency
- Batch production
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Manufacturing support
- Cross-training
- Production line support
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and communication
- Good communication
- Strong work ethic
- Following instructions
- Picking and packing
- Production operations
- Warehouse operations
- Pallet jacks
- Assembly line operations
- Weights and measurements
- Measuring tools
- Reading and determining measurements
Timeline
Production Worker
Express Employment
11.2024 - 05.2025
Stamping Press Operator
BAYLOFF Stamped Products
04.2014 - 09.2024
Spot Welder
Caparo Vehicle Components
12.2006 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Ruben Daniel's Adult Education of Saginaw