Matthew Pollock
Moorhead,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Hot Press Operator with a strong focus on quality control, safety compliance, and team collaboration. Proven ability to monitor equipment performance and assist in training new associates, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Hot Press Operator
Novolex
Moorhead, Minnesota
03.2026 - Current
- Changed press settings according to production requirements and material types.
- Loaded materials into machines, ensuring proper alignment and setup.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors to minimize downtime.
- Assisted with quality control checks to ensure product specifications met established standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during production runs, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained clean, safe work environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards to protect team.
Laboratory Technician
Newman
Fargo, North Dakota
03.2024 - 03.2026
- Maintained organized work environment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling tools and equipment on job sites.
- Tracked material inventory levels to maintain adequate supplies for ongoing projects and reported shortages to supervisors.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets.
- Assisted skilled workers with diverse tasks to facilitate timely project completion.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks to streamline workflow processes.
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate construction and site preparation tasks.
- Completed a variety of physical labor tasks to support overall project objectives.
Shipping Associate
Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
Fargo, North Dakota
08.2020 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packing and shipping processes.
- Collaborated with the warehouse team to ensure accurate shipping of orders.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and accuracy before processing.
- Created labels for outgoing packages according to customer requirements.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for material handling and loading.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
- Assisted in training new associates on shipping procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of the warehouse environment at all times.
Lube Technician
Valvoline
Fargo, North Dakota
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Performed oil changes and fluid checks for various vehicle models.
- Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential vehicle maintenance issues.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate engine performance.
- Assisted customers with service recommendations and product knowledge.
- Trained new technicians on proper lube procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of service bay and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
- Kept shop area neat and clean by removing debris and safely disposing of used oil.
Education
High School Diploma -
Moorhead High School
Moorhead, MN06-2020
Skills
- Press operation
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Equipment operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Workflow optimization
- Material inventory management
- Material inventory management
Affiliations
- Maintenance on vehicles
- Pro amateur darts
- Maintenance on small engines
- Welding experience
- Skid steer experience
Timeline
Hot Press Operator
Novolex
03.2026 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Newman
03.2024 - 03.2026
Shipping Associate
Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
08.2020 - 02.2023
Lube Technician
Valvoline
09.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Moorhead High School