Patrick Pope
Staley,NC
Summary
Dedicated Machine Operator experienced in operating dip tube cutter, threader, mills, drills, and hydromat, with flexing to adapt to CNC machines. Delivered quality results through strong attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with supervisors and team members. Committed to maintaining optimal operational efficiency and high-quality output.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Pexco
Asheboro, North Carolina
03.2023 - 04.2026
- Operated plastic extrusion equipment for Pexco manufacturing lines.
- Followed safety procedures and plant work instructions during shifts.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Cleaned equipment and maintained work areas for Pexco production.
- Inspected plastic parts for defects using calipers and visual checks.
- Recorded production data and notified supervisors of machine issues.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
Machine Operator
REGO
Whitsett, North Carolina
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted controls for production runs.
- Loaded raw materials and managed material flow to machines.
- Followed safety procedures and plant work instructions during shifts.
- Recorded production data and notified supervisors of machine issues.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Hope Christian Academy
Thomasville, NC06-2020
Skills
- Caliper measurement
- Preventive maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Power and hand tools
- Manufacturing experience
- Manual machining
- Machining and production standards
- Quality control
- CNC machines
- Workplace safety
- Start-up procedures
- Effective communication
- Precision measurement
- Machinery operation
- Equipment inspection
- Machinery cleaning
- Basic math
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Manufacturing
- Deburring skills
- Machine maintenance
Timeline
Machine Operator
Pexco
03.2023 - 04.2026
Machine Operator
REGO
05.2022 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
New Hope Christian Academy