Nicholas Craig
Warrenville,SC
Summary
Trustworthy individual proudly employed as a Process Operator for more than 17 years. Team-driven and used to fast-paced environment. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operations and maintenance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operator
Kimberly Clark Corp
Beech Island, South Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Evaluated operator performance regularly and provided feedback as necessary.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Operator
Kimberly-Clark
Beech Island, South Carolina
03.2008 - 01.2024
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Manufacturing Technician
Shaw Industries
Aiken, SC
02.2005 - 03.2008
- Used hand tools, power tools and measurement devices to perform production operations.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Kept production logs and maintained job material inventory.
- Addressed assembly line problems with extensive and detailed knowledge of standard procedures.
- Wrote thorough reports detailing production quality findings and proposed recommendations.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Coordinated with vendors, suppliers and manufacturing personnel to resolve technical and quality issues.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Performed production adjustments for quality and productivity.
- Adhered to regulations and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Planned work assignments according to worker performance, machine capacity or anticipated delays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Academy
Eastman, GA02.2005
Skills
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- Quality Inspections and Reporting
- Teamwork and Coordination
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Good Communication
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Production Line Work
- Teamwork and Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Machine Operation
- Production Processes Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Lead Operator
Kimberly Clark Corp
01.2024 - Current
Operator
Kimberly-Clark
03.2008 - 01.2024
Manufacturing Technician
Shaw Industries
02.2005 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Academy