Myron Essex
General Motors (GM)
Caledonia,MI
15
years of professional experience
Dependable, hands-on professional with experience in manufacturing, team leadership, skilled trades, retail management, and customer service. Known for leading by example, solving problems, training employees, and keeping work safe, organized, and on schedule. Recognized with multiple Safety Star Awards and Team Leader of the Month honors for leadership, reliability, and team performance.
Work History
Machine Operator / Team Leader
7 Years 4 Months- Earned multiple Safety Star Awards and multiple Team Leader of the Month awards for safety, leadership, reliability, and team performance.
- Coordinated work assignments, job rotations, and staffing coverage to support daily production goals.
- Identified and resolved production and quality issues, minimizing downtime.
- Coordinated work assignments and job rotations, ensuring adequate staffing to meet daily production goals.
- Ensured team members had the tools, materials, supplies, and resources needed throughout the shift.
- Collected and communicated production data and shift information to support smooth handoffs.
- Served as a point of contact for team members while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Manager
2 Years 4 Months- Managed weekend store operations, ensuring high-quality customer service, sales performance, and team support.
- Recruited, hired, trained, and supported new employees to enhance team effectiveness.
- Recruit, hire, train, and support new employees.
- Increased sales through effective product knowledge, customer engagement, and strategic merchandising.
Lead Assistant Window Installer
1 Year 11 Months- Assist with removing and installing residential windows while meeting safety, quality, and project requirements.
- Perform aluminum wrapping and exterior finishing for clean, weather-resistant installations.
- Coordinated scheduling for project timelines and resource allocation. and oversee workflow from project start through completion.
- Communicated with homeowners, conducted final walkthroughs, and addressed concerns to ensure satisfaction and successful job completion.
- Supervised job-site activities to maintain organization and efficiency., organization, craftsmanship, and on-time completion.
Mixing Operator
2 Years 8 Months- Operated industrial mixing equipment to produce stone products according to production and quality specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, moving raw materials and finished products safely within facility to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitored production and conducted routine equipment checks while maintaining organized work area to support daily production goals.
Pallet Repairer
11 Months- Inspected and repaired product pallets to ensure quality; dismantled irreparable pallets and sorted wood for recycling.
- Repaired and refurbished pallets to meet quality standards and ensure operational efficiency.
- Inspected pallets for damage, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and proper handling procedures.
Machine Operator
3 Months- Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure efficient performance and maintained a clean and safe work area.
- Operated industrial machinery to produce high-quality office furniture components.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency and minimize downtime.
Shipping Dock Associate
1 Year 7 Months- Picked orders, sorted and arranged products for efficient loading, and assigned shipments to respective trucks.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods within shipping dock.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring accurate product placement and proper handling.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and system updates.
Education
High School Diploma
Upper secondary education
Skills
Team leadership
Manufacturing operations
Quality control
Store management
Hiring management
Inventory management
Production Data Analysis
Workflow scheduling
Production Optimization
Window Installation & Aluminum Wrapping
Order fulfillment
Window installation
Timeline
Machine Operator / Team Leader
General Motors (GM)
02.2019 - 06.2026Read More
Manager
Lids
09.2017 - 01.2020Read More
Lead Assistant Window Installer
Windows, Doors and More
02.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Mixing Operator
Superior Stone Products
05.2014 - 01.2017Read More
Pallet Repairer
Coca-Cola
03.2013 - 02.2014Read More
Machine Operator
Steelcase
11.2012 - 02.2013Read More
Shipping Dock Associate
Bimbo Bakeries
03.2011 - 10.2012Read More
Kendall College of Art and Design
High School Diploma
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