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Nadine Niemi

West Frankfort,Illinois

Summary

Highly-motivated person with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working

effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have always exceeded expectations with every employer and I have been waiting for an opportunity to get back into tool in die in my new community.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance

Fielmann
West Frankfort, IL
09.2022 - 09.2025
  • I'm was an independent 1099 contractor for an online company befitting.com until they were bought out by fielmann USA and was put on payroll. I helped with daily testing for the functionality of the website using microsoft excel and sheets for testing on production (live website) and as well testing new product uploads on staging (test website developers only) and production
  • I report any bugs and functionality issues as well as any other feedback from a quality stand point including imaging and other issues.
  • Provided feedback on usability and suggest improvements to the product design teams.
  • Create testing documents on Excel and use Microsoft Teams for meetings and communication.

Setup Mechanic / Die Setter / Tool Room

Handi-foil Corporation
Antioch, IL
07.2015 - 05.2020
  • I started off as a set up mechanic getting punch presses ready for the next job and set up for production this job included but not limited to setups, troubleshooting dies in production having problems with meeting the production quota, quality checks, minor repairs, making changes to the punch press configuration, cleaning dies , changing air and oil hoses , and changing stamps
  • Communicated with supervisors about progress updates related to setups or troubleshooting tasks.
  • Monitored machine performance during setup operations in order to detect potential problems before they become costly failures.
  • After a few years I was given the opportunity to advance to the tool room which gave me flexible hours to work giving me time to spend the days with my children which I had during my employment which included but not limited too preventative maintenance on dies stoning, polishing, milling, and oiling dies to be put back into production for a runtime of up to one million plus hits (cycles)
  • Operated various machine shop tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders.
  • Performed daily maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, equipment, and components.
  • Followed all safety protocols while performing setup activities in order to minimize risks associated with working around hazardous materials and high speed rotating machinery.
  • Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
  • Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements.
  • I took up college classes paying out of my own pocket for classes with the intent on taking more I successfully completed blueprint reading and machine shop mechanic classes with perfect grades.
  • By April of 2020 I worked up until the heights of the pandemic but had to stay home with all my kids with everything shut down I was 6 month pregnant with my last child. I kept my toolbox at my job with full intentions on going back and working till retirement for this company becoming a tool and die maker
  • In November of 2022 I agreed to move down to southern Illinois with my husband so we could live a country life and raise our children in a different community. I picked up my tools from job and said my goodbyes.

Machine Operator

D&W Fine Pack, LLC
Lake Zurich, IL
12.2013 - 06.2016
  • I was hired on at this company as machine operator working through a temp agency at the time till being hired on in 2015 and was offered to be put in the die setter program about 6 weeks later the teacher (lead die setter) was on a long leave for family illness making it hard to complete the program at the time I applied for the new forklift operator position and continued with that position putting foil on the back of punch presses as well as loading and unloading trailers It was not my fit as I was working two other part time jobs because living in the Chicago area by yourself is ridiculously expensive I ended up feeling overworked and underpaid on the forklift on minimum sleep and the hours of this position so I looked for employment elsewhere that could live up on my potential hiring for a die setter / set up mechanic the original job I was interested in
  • During this time here I did however thrive in the production industry as machine operator/ material handler/ fork lift driver and training, and die setter training.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment longevity and cut costs.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
  • Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks using a forklift.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.

Assembly Line Worker

Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc
Arcadia, WI
05.2007 - 03.2012
  • Maintained accurate records of product counts and materials used during assemblies.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Verified accuracy of assembled parts before moving them down the line for further processing.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to job requirements, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks on the assembly line.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers about production progress throughout shift hours.
  • Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
  • Contributed to team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.

Waitress

Golden Horn
Altura, MN
06.2006 - 02.2007
  • Waitress, clean, cashier
  • Greeted customers and provided menus.
  • Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
  • Replenished beverages when necessary.
  • Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
  • Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
  • Performed basic math calculations when computing bills for customers' meals.

Banquet Server

Mariott lincolnshire resort
Lincolnshire, IL
01.2005 - 06.2006
  • Set up banquets, serve meals, 10 plates on shoulder, most banquets exceed 300 people as well as cleaned up at a high end hotel resort, very fancy wore a server penguin suit.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
  • Carried appetizer and drink trays around events and maneuvered around guests and furniture without spilling.
  • Provided prompt, friendly service to all guests during banquets or catered events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts

College of Lake County

Some College (No Degree) - Blue Print Reading

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Machine shop

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Skills

  • Industrial mechanic experience
  • Blueprint reading
  • Stamping Press
  • Machining
  • Attention to Detail
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • QA Reporting
  • Product Testing
  • Measuring
  • Parts Assembly
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Machinery Operation
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Forklift Operation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Product Assembly
  • Computer Skills
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Able to Lift 70 plus Pounds
  • Equipment Operation

Certification

Forklift Certification, 01/2015, 01/2022

Timeline

Quality Assurance

Fielmann
09.2022 - 09.2025

Setup Mechanic / Die Setter / Tool Room

Handi-foil Corporation
07.2015 - 05.2020

Machine Operator

D&W Fine Pack, LLC
12.2013 - 06.2016

Assembly Line Worker

Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc
05.2007 - 03.2012

Waitress

Golden Horn
06.2006 - 02.2007

Banquet Server

Mariott lincolnshire resort
01.2005 - 06.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design

Rochester Community And Technical College

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts

College of Lake County

Some College (No Degree) - Blue Print Reading

College of Lake County

Some College (No Degree) - Machine shop

College of Lake County

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