Michael Phelps
Lawrenceville,PA
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Summary
Reliable and adaptable professional with deep experience in manufacturing, die setting, and post forming operations. Strong in equipment safety, manual handling, and quality-focused work. Consistently supports smooth production through organized storage, accurate material movement, and careful inspection of equipment and parts.
Work History
Material Handler
Westlake Royal Building Inc
Elkland, PA
09.2024 - 09.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move stock safely throughout the production floor.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect the company assets.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity by utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
Post Forming Operator
Corning Incorporated
Erwin,N.Y.
09.2016 - 09.2024
- Monitored process conditions and adjusted machine settings to maintain consistent product dimensions.
- Inspected formed parts for defects, documenting issues and separating nonconforming material.
- Performed routine equipment checks and reported maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
- Followed standard operating procedures to support safe, efficient production flow.
- Trained newer operators on equipment setup, inspection practices, and workflow expectations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and implementing preventative measures.
- Improved product quality by closely monitoring and adjusting machine parameters during production runs.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep the manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Laborer/Die Setter
Tapco Group
Elkland, PA
06.1999 - 09.2016
- Operated hand tools and power equipment to support production and material handling tasks.
- Inspected products for quality issues and separated defective materials from acceptable inventory.
- Maintained clean, organized workstations to support safe and efficient daily operations.
- Followed safety procedures and used protective equipment to reduce workplace hazards.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
- Operated forklifts and overhead crane to complete various tasks.
- Installed and aligned dies on production equipment to support efficient setup and changeover.
- Operated hoists, hand tools, and lifting equipment to handle heavy dies safely.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Elkland Area High School
Elkland, PA06-1993
Skills
- Material handling operations
- Pallet jack operation
- Material handling
- Workstation cleanliness
- Forklift operation
- Equipment operation
- Equipment safety protocols
- Hand tool proficiency
- Material identification
- Material storage
- Workplace cleanliness
- Equipment safety
- Hand tool operation
- Communication skills
- Manufacturing
- Material storage
Timeline
Material Handler
Westlake Royal Building Inc
09.2024 - 09.2026
Post Forming Operator
Corning Incorporated
09.2016 - 09.2024
Laborer/Die Setter
Tapco Group
06.1999 - 09.2016
High School Diploma - General Studies
Elkland Area High School