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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications Technical Skills
Key Skills Qualifications
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Zack Garner

Tonganoxie

Summary

Professional machine operation specialist with substantial hands-on experience in operating and maintaining industrial machinery. Strong focus on ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in all tasks. Collaborative team player known for reliability and adaptability to changing production needs. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining optimal machine performance, and adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Schlumberger
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Operated industrial machinery to meet production requirements
  • Used forklifts to transport materials and maintain workflow
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.

Package Handler / Switcher

FedEx Ground
07.2021 - 05.2024
  • Managed package handling and sorting with efficiency
  • Operated industrial equipment to transport goods
  • Maintained safety standards and operational efficiency
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.

Floor Polisher

Polished and Decorative Concrete
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Performed concrete polishing and surface finishing
  • Ensured quality control and precise detailing in flooring work
  • Stripped and refinished hard surface floors to maintain quality condition and appearance.
  • Facilitated smooth event transitions within facilities by ensuring timely completion of all necessary floor cleaning tasks before each function began.

Industrial Pipe Cleaner

Reddi Services
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted in industrial pipe maintenance and cleaning
  • Used specialized tools and safety procedures for maintenance work

Union Millwright

Union- Multiple Locations
10.2017 - 02.2019
  • Streamlined machinery installation process by coordinating efforts with engineers, electricians, and other skilled tradespeople involved in project completion.
  • Boosted productivity by troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems, pneumatic devices, and conveyor systems.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by sharing best practices and suggesting process enhancements that positively impacted overall plant performance.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of large-scale projects by utilizing rigging techniques for proper alignment and placement of heavy machinery components.
  • Cut, bent and welded steel pieces using metal shears, torches and MIG welding equipment.
  • Enhanced welding quality by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines.
  • Increased productivity by efficiently preparing materials for welding tasks, including cutting and grinding metal.
  • Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular inspections of equipment and workspaces, adhering to OSHA standards.
  • Reduced downtime significantly by swiftly diagnosing and addressing mechanical issues in a timely manner.

Education

High School -

Tonganoxie High School
Tonganoxie, KS
01.2014

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Adaptable
  • Quick Learner
  • Leadership
  • Focused Dedication
  • Problem-solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Verbal communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Forklift operation
  • Package handling
  • Painting
  • Patching
  • Industrial cleaning

Certifications Technical Skills

  • MIG Welding
  • Hand & Power Tools
  • Cutting Tools (Metabo, Saw, Torch)
  • Painting & Surface Preparation
  • Powered Industrial Truck Operator - Industrial & Rough Terrain
  • First Aid & CPR Certified
  • Mechanical Maintenance & Fabrication
  • Plumbing & Construction
  • Brake Repair & Automotive Maintenance
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Delivery & Logistics Experience

Key Skills Qualifications

  • Energetic, dependable, and adaptable to new challenges
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle basic tasks efficiently
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Skilled in working with diverse teams and backgrounds
  • Experience in mechanical maintenance, welding, and fabrication
  • Proficient in using hand and power tools
  • Forklift operation and package handling experience
  • Knowledgeable in painting, patching, and industrial cleaning

Timeline

Machine Operator

Schlumberger
06.2024 - 01.2025

Package Handler / Switcher

FedEx Ground
07.2021 - 05.2024

Floor Polisher

Polished and Decorative Concrete
05.2020 - 05.2021

Industrial Pipe Cleaner

Reddi Services
08.2019 - 05.2020

Union Millwright

Union- Multiple Locations
10.2017 - 02.2019

High School -

Tonganoxie High School
Zack Garner