Michael Ratigan
244 Mt. Arlington Blvd,Landing
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Fragrance Compounder
Givaudan Fragrances
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Prepare chemical solutions for products, following standardized formulas
- Use of small and large computerized scales
- Weighing and measuring all kinds of crystals, benzoins, resins and oils
- Use of robots for multiple pours in system
- Bonding, and grounding of vessels for flammable materials
- Melding product
- Use of heat bath for melting of product
- Maintain a safe and clean work areas
- Determined project specifications and task prioritization by carefully reviewing work orders and related documents.
- Work independently or with minimal supervision
- Have great attention to detail
- Use of computers verifying location, quality and status of materials.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining compound mixing processes and implementing quality control measures.
- Documented daily production activities accurately for traceability purposes, aiding future audits and investigations if needed.
- Coordinated with quality assurance teams for timely sample testing, ensuring products met client specifications before shipment.
- Submitted finished product samples to laboratory for approval.
- Returned raw materials to inventory with correct quantity and information listed on containers.
- Operated mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts safely and according to industry standards.
- Demonstrated attention to detail while measuring out precise quantities of raw materials, ensuring successful batch outcomes.
- Loaded raw ingredients into processing equipment accurately according to recipe instructions.
- Exceeded production goals by implementing process improvements and streamlining workflow efficiency within the compounding department.
- Accurately measured and blended materials according to specifications.
- Used machinery and hand-filling methods to prepare orders.
- Achieved 100% quality goals while exceeding production targets by 150%.
Material Handler
Givaudan Fragrances
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Trained on sit down, stand up, ev trucks, reach trucks, pallet jacks and drum tippers
- Trained to use high shear mixers
- Experience in small and large packing
- Experienced with automatic filling robots
- Experienced in manual packing
- Use of computers for labeling of product
- Experienced with packing of steel, plastic, glass, totes, drums, and small containers
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Loading and unloading trailers.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
PVD Operator and Team Lead
Ionbond LLC
11.2001 - 05.2019
- Preventative Vapor Deposition Coatings on Medical, Aerospace, Industrial Tools, and Cosmetic applications on customer product
- Set up and tear down chambers and evaporators
- Troubleshooting, Plumbing repair, Vacuum Leak detection, Voltage issues, design and Fixture product to customer specifics or as per blueprint
- Write recipes (Programs) for coating pyrometers
- Safety Committee, OSHA Training, CPR and First aid training
- 5S lean manufacturing
- Forklift operator
- Scheduling and Batching customer product for entire center
- Sandblasting for long durations
- Designed applications used on company wide basis
- Work closely with engineers, quality inspectors, customer service, supervisors, plant manager and production team for on time superior product goal.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
Systems Furniture Specialist
Installation Concepts Inc.
03.1994 - 09.2001
- Achievements: Forman, Supervisor, Designer, Fabricator, Independent Contractor, Installer
- Load and Unloading of trucks for safe transport of customer product
- Accurately read blue prints for measuring of system furniture, Power Supplies, and code enforcement
- Dissemble and or Installation of One of twenty different styles of furniture
- Direction of crew of crew to complete Project
- Experience with both Union and Nonunion personnel
- Fabrication Of systems panels, chairs, work surfaces and components to meet customers design
- Warehouse chief
- Forklift Operator.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally to ensure a positive experience for all clientele.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients by offering expert design consultations tailored to individual tastes and budget constraints.
- Managed after-sales support, addressing any customer concerns or issues promptly and professionally to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized furniture recommendations based on client preferences and needs.
- Collaborated with interior designers to create visually appealing room layouts that showcased furniture pieces in their best light.
Precision Machine Shop
Alpha Machine and Tool Inc.
01.1988 - 06.1991
- Driver, All Around helper, Class B Machinist
- VMC Milling Machine Operator
- Responsible for writing programs., Set up and Tear downs of machining center
- Measuring for accuracy of project with precision devices, Sharpening of drills, end mills, flywheel cutters, etc
- Has acquired extensive use with all tools, and machines related to fabrication of precision machined products such as; Vertical Machining Centers, Computerized Lathes, 3 axis Milling Milling machines(Bridgeport), Table Milling Machines, Manual Lathes, Punch Presses, Bore Machines, Drill Presses, 3 types of band saws
- Quality Inspection.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
CONSTRUCTION
Ratigan Construction
06.1986 - 01.1988
- Use of all power tools
- Proficient in use of aluminum bending brake
- Installing and removing pole and masonry scaffolding
- The use of up to 40 Foot ladder independently
- Measuring and estimating calculations for materials, tools, manpower, cost and time frame for completion of roofing and vinyl siding jobs
- Adept in installing most new and reroof installations, Vinyl Siding, Windows, Doors, Cabinets, Sheetrock, Framing, Finish trim, Recessed lights, Painting, Decks, Footings, Bathrooms, kitchens, Floor and wall tiling, Laminate Flooring, Vinyl Sheet flooring, Basic house wiring to power panel, Basic plumbing, Installation of Baseboard heating
- Crew leader, Installations, Site Medic, driver, and delivery.
- Worked on high-rise commercial and residential buildings for new construction, rehabilitation and maintenance projects.
Education
Graduate - HVAC-R
Lincoln Technical School
Union, New JerseyGraduate -
Boonton High School
Skills
- Material Handling
- Forklift Operation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting abilities
Qualifications Summary
Self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi task jobs with accuracy in a timely manner. Continuously maintaining and complying with company and safety policies while always acquiring customer satisfaction. Outstanding commitment to quality and service. Communicates well with others and is always a team member and strives to deliver excellent customer service.
Timeline
Fragrance Compounder
Givaudan Fragrances
05.2019 - 05.2024
Material Handler
Givaudan Fragrances
05.2019 - 05.2024
PVD Operator and Team Lead
Ionbond LLC
11.2001 - 05.2019
Systems Furniture Specialist
Installation Concepts Inc.
03.1994 - 09.2001
Precision Machine Shop
Alpha Machine and Tool Inc.
01.1988 - 06.1991
CONSTRUCTION
Ratigan Construction
06.1986 - 01.1988
Graduate - HVAC-R
Lincoln Technical School
Graduate -
Boonton High School
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