Matthew Gehring
Belleville,IL
Summary
Dedicated Production Technician with expertise in equipment operation, safety compliance, and quality assurance. Proven ability to train staff and enhance production workflows, contributing to a safer and more efficient work environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician 2
Worldwide Technology
Edwardsville, Illinois
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining safety standards throughout the production process.
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
- Facilitated production equipment setup to ensure smooth operations.
- Trained new personnel on operating procedures for production equipment to enhance onboarding efficiency.
- Verified accuracy of finished goods prior to shipment from the facility.
- Identified areas for process improvement and recommended actionable solutions.
- Safely operated forklift to transport materials around facility.
- Worked closely with management staff in developing strategies for improving productivity levels.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline project completion timelines.
Maintenance Assistant
Bel-Air Bowl
Belleville, Illinois
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Performed routine maintenance on bowling equipment and facilities.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues in bowling lanes and pinsetters.
- Executed routine maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operation of facilities.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution and friendly service.
- Addressed customer needs quickly and effectively.
Cook
Qdoba
Belleville, Illinois
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed cooking stations to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Ensured compliance with food safety practices, maintaining clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Prepared fresh ingredients for daily menu items using proper techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils, and dishes to uphold hygiene standards.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Labeled, dated, and wrapped food items to maintain freshness and adhere to safety standards.
Server
Senior Living
Belleville, Illinois
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided exceptional dining service to residents in senior living community.
- Guided residents in menu selection and meal preferences to personalize dining experiences.
- Resolved resident concerns to improve overall dining satisfaction.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Fostered a friendly environment through positive interactions with residents.
- Executed opening and closing duties, including setting up dining area and restocking supplies for seamless service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belleville West High School
Belleville, IL05-2020
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Automated material handling
- Production workflow
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Lean manufacturing techniques
- Six sigma principles
- Process improvement
- Assembly line optimization
- Maintenance support
- Problem solving
- Staff training
Timeline
Production Technician 2
Worldwide Technology
09.2021 - Current
Maintenance Assistant
Bel-Air Bowl
08.2019 - 03.2022
Cook
Qdoba
05.2018 - 08.2019
Server
Senior Living
10.2017 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Belleville West High School