NIKO FALANIKO
Sumner,WA
Summary
Machine Operator and Assembly proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation. Team player dedicated to meeting tight production deadlines. Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation and maintenance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Machine Operator
Utz Brands
Algona, WA
02.2021 - Current
- Troubleshot machine alarms and jams, repairing machines and thoroughly documenting results.
- Verified correct items, lot numbers and product shipments to meet customer expectations and standards of quality.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stenciled information on containers.
- Measured height, length and width of products to verify compliance with standards.
- Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
Assembly/Machine Operator
Staffing Technologies/ Sharpe Mixers
Seattle, WA
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Followed outlined specifications to implement effective assembly plans and production.
- Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
- Ran heavy duty lathes, drill press, and grinders to craft products.
- Maintain equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components.
- Operate automatic/ manual metal-cutting band saw.
Assembly Technician
Primus International
Auburn, WA
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Perform sealing and secondary bonding operations.
- Drill, countersink, and verifying holes to tolerance specifications.
- Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting work orders, drawings or blueprints.
- Used hand and power tools, such as drills, c-squeeze, saws etc.
Machine Operator
Nu-Ray Metals
Auburn, WA
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Set up and operate coil machine for production.
- Sheet out 100 48 x 40 sheets metal per customer pallet.
- Transports materials to and from machine to warehouse using pallet jack and forklift.
- Work with different types of metals, such as copper, aluminum, and steel.
Assembly Technician
AIM Aerospace
Sumner, WA
09.2013 - 09.2017
- Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints.
- Used hand and power tools, such as drills, c-squeeze, saws
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Perform sealing and secondary bonding operations.
- Drill, countersink, and verifying holes to tolerance specifications.
Machine Operator
Saint Gobain
Puyallup, WA
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Read blueprints, work from layouts and dimensions on drawings to perform assigned tasks.
- Operate machine that produced satellite panels by heating molds and cutting per customer satisfaction.
- Monitored machines for problems and troubleshoot problems.
- Prepared raw materials to be loaded into machine.
- Maintained quality and quantity with strong sense of accountability and high standards.
Veneer Machine Operator
Milgard
Fife, WA
10.2011 - 06.2013
- Planned & paced work efficiently in order to meet daily production goals.
- Operate machine to apply veneer onto various window and door parts.
- Set-up and changeover machine line to various profiles.
- Fill out daily paperwork and production logs accurately.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Routinely monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO06.2025
High School Diploma - General
Lakes High School
06.2001
Skills
- Safety And Compliance
- Equipment Monitoring
- Operations Support
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Assembly And Production
- Power And Hand Tools
- 6S
- Forklift
Timeline
Packaging Machine Operator
Utz Brands
02.2021 - Current
Assembly/Machine Operator
Staffing Technologies/ Sharpe Mixers
08.2020 - 11.2020
Assembly Technician
Primus International
01.2019 - 02.2020
Machine Operator
Nu-Ray Metals
09.2017 - 01.2019
Machine Operator
Saint Gobain
02.2017 - 08.2017
Assembly Technician
AIM Aerospace
09.2013 - 09.2017
Veneer Machine Operator
Milgard
10.2011 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Colorado Technical University
High School Diploma - General
Lakes High School
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