Nya Jordan
Garner,NC
Summary
Manufacturing professional with 5+ years of experience in extrusion operations, machine setup, and mechanical assembly within high-volume production environments. Currently an Extrusion Operator II with hands-on responsibility for process monitoring, changeovers, and in‑process quality checks. Strong background working night shifts, maintaining production flow, and partnering with maintenance and quality teams to minimize downtime and scrap. Seeking a higher-paying Process or Manufacturing Technician role with growth opportunity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Extrusion Operator II / Manufacturing Technician
Leviton
North Carolina
09.2024 - Current
- Operate and monitor extrusion lines to meet production and quality requirements
- Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers between product runs
- Monitor temperatures, speeds, and material flow to maintain product specifications
- Conduct in‑process quality inspections and document results
- Identify process issues and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime
- Maintain a safe, efficient production environment while meeting output targets
Extrusion / Manufacturing Technician
AWNC
Durham, NC
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated and monitored extrusion lines in a night‑shift production environment
- Adjusted process parameters to reduce defects and scrap
- Supported machine setups and line changeovers
- Performed quality checks to ensure products met specifications
- Worked closely with maintenance and supervision to restore production flow
- Followed safety and standard operating procedures
Mechanical Assembler
Accu‑Fab
Raleigh, NC
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Assembled mechanical components using hand and power tools
- Followed blueprint schematics, work instructions, and assembly procedures
- Inspected assemblies for fit, alignment, and functionality
- Supported production efficiency and quality standards
Mechanical Assembler
John Deere
Fuquay‑Varina, NC
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Assembled heavy equipment components in a high‑volume manufacturing environment
- Used torque tools and measurement devices to meet quality requirements
- Followed safety rules and standardized work procedures
Education
High School Diploma - equivalent
Holly Springs High School
Holly Springs, NC06-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
North Carolina Central University
Durham, North Carolina, NCSkills
- Extrusion line operation & monitoring
- Machine setup
- Tooling changes
- Changeovers
- Process parameter adjustments
- In‑process quality inspection
- Defect identification
- Production troubleshooting
- Downtime reduction
- Mechanical assembly
- Safety
- Standard work
- Manufacturing procedures
- Night shift manufacturing operations
- Critical thinking
Availability
Night shift (Monday–Friday or Sunday–Thursday), Weekends preferred off
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Extrusion Operator II / Manufacturing Technician
Leviton
09.2024 - Current
Extrusion / Manufacturing Technician
AWNC
09.2022 - 05.2024
Mechanical Assembler
Accu‑Fab
06.2020 - 09.2022
Mechanical Assembler
John Deere
01.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma - equivalent
Holly Springs High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
North Carolina Central University