Michael Orlando
Hannibal,MO
Summary
Eager, fast learning and hard working production operator with excellent values and a great value to the production process. Not afraid to learn new jobs and excel at them with safety and maximum productivity in mind. Great all around hands on operator who thrives at decreasing downtime and maximizing equipment reliability and productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operator
General Mills
Hannibal, MO
05.2008 - Current
- Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs and records of production output, quality control tests, and other related activities.
- Complied with all relevant health and safety regulations while performing job duties.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems encountered during production runs.
- Performed regular inspections of production machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed detailed instructions for operating complex manufacturing equipment in a safe manner.
- Collaborated with team members to increase efficiency and productivity on the production line.
- Organized incoming raw materials into designated areas ready for use in the production process.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve product quality.
- Utilized hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders. to perform assembly operations on components parts.
- Ensured that all products met established quality standards before packaging them for shipment.
- Inspected finished goods for defects prior to packaging or shipping out to customers.
- Identified and resolved operational issues with the assistance of maintenance personnel.
- Adjusted machine settings as necessary to meet customer specifications for product size or shape.
- Monitored inventory levels and notified appropriate personnel when restocking was needed.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machines used in the production process including lubrication tasks and minor repairs.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding work progress, challenges, and any potential safety concerns.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by disposing of waste materials properly according to company policies.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Setup and adjusted machines for daily operations.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
- Troubleshot issues with machines and made repairs.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Assisted assessment of finalized product development to maintain QC standards.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Performed many different positions to stay versatile and a useful asset to the company.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heartland Christian Academy
Bethel, MO05-2004
Skills
- Assembly and production
- Continuous Improvement
- Materials Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Physical labor
- Workflow Analysis
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Calibration and adjustment
- Process Improvement
- Process improvement techniques
- Equipment Operation
- Workplace organization
Timeline
Production Operator
General Mills
05.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Heartland Christian Academy