Responsible, reliable, honest, team orientated worker. Experienced in multiple facets of manufacturing fields.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mahine Operator
Cedar Creek Hardwoods
06.2023 - Current
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
Resident Care Aide
Wagners' Residential Care
03.2019 - 11.2022
Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring their dignity and comfort throughout the process.
Managed challenging behaviors among residents using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Painter/Finisher
S&W Cabinets
07.2017 - 01.2019
Refinish commercial and/or residential cabinets by either painting, dye spraying/clear coating, or hand staining
Using air assist airless system, Hvlp, or pressure pot systems
Mixing formulas by ratio as required to color match or catalyze as needed by volume
Operate, clean, and maintain all equipment used to do so.
Machine operator
Industrial Hard Chrome
03.2014 - 05.2017
Setup, operate, adjust, and maintain a seven head chrome sander/buffer to produce high quality hardened chrome steel bars for hydraulic lift arms
Tools used were micrometer, caliper, air hand sander, gauss gauge, temp
Meter, and lift/hoist.
Boxspring/Wood Frame Assembler
Leggett&Platte Inc.
01.2007 - 10.2013
Assembled boxspring and wood frames by using nail gun, staple gun, and hand crimpers for residential use
Fast paced assembly requiring complete setup of work station using forklift to meet required standards needed to make particular products and pieces needed to spec.
Painter/Finisher
Americor Cabinets
02.2002 - 09.2007
Paint and/or finish custom kitchen cabinets using cup gun, brinks press
Pot, hvlp guns, air sanders, etc
To achieve desired color, tone, or finish of customer's order.
Education
Graphic Design/Welding Studies -
Illinois Central College
01.1989
General Studies Diploma -
Metamora Township High School
01.1986
Skills
Strong Work Ethic
Good Communication
Attention to Detail
Machinery Operation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Computer Skills
Assembly and production
Power and hand tools
Machine Maintenance
Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
Quality Control
Basic Math
Quality Assurance
Forklift Operation
Otherqualifications
Have been certified in forklift, comm. custodian, food sanitation, and served 5 years in US Army attaining Army Achievement Medal and Sergeant E-5 status with honorable discharge.
Personal Information
Title: Painter/Finisher
Timeline
Mahine Operator - Cedar Creek Hardwoods
06.2023 - Current
Resident Care Aide - Wagners' Residential Care
03.2019 - 11.2022
Painter/Finisher - S&W Cabinets
07.2017 - 01.2019
Machine operator - Industrial Hard Chrome
03.2014 - 05.2017
Boxspring/Wood Frame Assembler - Leggett&Platte Inc.
01.2007 - 10.2013
Painter/Finisher - Americor Cabinets
02.2002 - 09.2007
Illinois Central College - Graphic Design/Welding Studies,
Metamora Township High School - General Studies Diploma,
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