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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Nathan Smith

Grand Prairie,TX

Summary

I am currently looking for a full-time position in an environment that offers a greater challenge, increased benefits for my family, and the opportunity to help the company advance efficiently and productively. Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Operator

Astrazeneca
08.2022 - Current
  • As an Operator of the Manufacturing team, we will contribute by performing varying tasks related to the ongoing manufacture of high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients including the drafting of manufacturing documents
  • Responsible for performing a variety of large-scale API manufacturing tasks (weighing and dispensing of chemicals, chemical reactions at high temperature and pressures, mixing, filtering, drying, and packaging) and activities to achieve a prescribed level of purity, quality, and consistency in product and work output
  • Performs process manufacturing tasks including operation of large-scale equipment, weighing, measuring, monitoring of raw materials to assure batches contain proper ingredients, quantities, and process outputs
  • Maintains manufacturing areas to identified standards of cleanliness and neatness; may involve sweeping, mopping floors, wiping down equipment, and appropriately disposing of trash
  • Operate electric and manual hand or fork trucks as the need arises to properly move and store chemicals and products
  • May be required to review and revise process documents such as operational SOP's, batch records, etc
  • Completes Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) reporting each shift
  • Completes SAP for assigned work, and follows up on SAP issues (shift to shift and/or SAP Global Team).
  • Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
  • Developed strong communication channels with team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that resulted in improved processes.
  • Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.

Assembler II

Abbott Laboratories
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assembles, repairs, inspects and/or tests products following written instructions
  • Set up and operates a variety of machines following written instructions
  • Clean tools and equipment per documented procedures
  • Record information on approved documents
  • Dispose hazardous waste material on corresponding hazardous waste areas
  • Resolve problems and make routine recommendations
  • Train other employees when necessary
  • Maintain all certifications required to remain in compliance
  • Completes daily work to meet established schedule with guidance from supervisor on prioritization of tasks
  • Solves problems of limited scope and complexity requiring basic interpretation of well-defined procedures and practices
  • Solves a variety of problems of limited to moderate scope and complexity requiring basic interpretation of defined procedures and practices
  • Maintains confidentiality in handling sensitive information or documents.

Production Operator

Laticrete International
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Operation of all production equipment in their area with moderate level of supervision
  • Work from standard Formula Sheets to load raw materials
  • Familiar with all raw materials used in area by name, code and bin location
  • Knowledgeable of handling procedures for all materials in area to prevent accidents
  • Knowledgeable of all safety procedures and equipment in area
  • Package out all products to correct weights or volumes following work instructions
  • Perform all clean-up operations in the area, including but not limited to, washing of mixers and cleaning of packaging equipment
  • Other duties as directed by the Supervisor.
  • Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.

Relocation

06.2019 - 09.2019
I relocated from Mississippi to Texas in hopes to find better opportunities.

Operator V

Baxter International Healthcare Company
05.2016 - 06.2019
  • As an Operator V at Baxter Healthcare Company, we had many responsibilities
  • My primary responsibility was to bring materials from the cooling docks to the production line to be packed out during the shift
  • I drove a work saver to complete this task
  • During my time at Baxter, I also worked in other departments as needed to provide any help that I could
  • The job also entailed a lot of sit-down forklift work
  • Perform all essential duties for Plastic Pour Bottle Packing production operations
  • Learn and understand all machine equipment
  • Set up machines to be used in production during shift
  • Perform line clearances, quality checks and move material to be packed out during shift
  • Enter production data in applicable systems as required during shift
  • Comply with good documentation practices.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.

Education

Associate of Science -

Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

High School Diploma -

West Bolivar High School
Rosedale, MS
05.2011

Skills

  • Computer Processing
  • Computer Programming – Java
  • Troubleshooting
  • Microsoft World
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • AutoCAD
  • Welding
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Manufacturing
  • Adaptable to change
  • Material quality control
  • Assembly and production
  • Assembly line experience
  • Materials Handling
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Equipment Operation
  • Physical labor
  • Process Improvement

Certification

Aptitude/Skills Assessments (Work keys/CRC)

Additional Information

I'm able to solve problems that may occur while on the job in a timely matter, Good housekeeping and safety acumen, Ability to lift up to 75lbs repetitively, Able to perform basic math calculations, Effective communications skills, I can work effectively individually or in a group, I am able to multi-task and can work well under pressure

References

  • Andre Carter, Colleague, Astrazeneca, 469-345-1727
  • Kristopher Williams, COLLEAGUE, Abbott Laboratories, 817-691-8696
  • Flowers, Semaj, Colleague, Baxter Healthcare, 662-588-8840

Timeline

Production Operator

Astrazeneca
08.2022 - Current

Assembler II

Abbott Laboratories
07.2021 - 07.2022

Production Operator

Laticrete International
10.2019 - 07.2021

Relocation

06.2019 - 09.2019

Operator V

Baxter International Healthcare Company
05.2016 - 06.2019

Associate of Science -

Northwest Mississippi Community College

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems

Delta State University

High School Diploma -

West Bolivar High School
Nathan Smith