Patrick Stephens
Youngstown,OH
Summary
Results-oriented Production Specialist with expertise in extrusion press operation and material handling. Ensures quality standards and safety protocols are met through vigilant product inspection and defect reporting. Communicates effectively with management and team members to prioritize tasks, promoting a collaborative environment that boosts productivity and compliance.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Leader
Astro Shapes
Struthers, Ohio
05.2026 - Current
- Led production team on Astro Shapes aluminum extrusion line to ensure efficient operations.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations to protect team members and equipment.
- Inspect product quality and report defects to supervisors.
- Coordinate work assignments across manufacturing floor.
- Communicate daily priorities with management and team members.
Laborer
Astro Shapes
Struthers, Ohio
05.2011 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded aluminum materials for extrusion production
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained safe plant conditions.
- Followed safety procedures and wore required protective equipment
- Inspected products for surface defects and damage
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
Head stretcher
Astro Shapes
Struthers, OH
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately.
- Worked successfully with group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to the product being ran.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Press Operator
Astro Shapes
Struthers, Ohio
09.2013 - 09.2023
- Operate Astro Shapes extrusion press and monitor line settings.
- Inspect aluminum shapes for surface defects.
- Adjust press controls to maintain steady production flow.
- Coordinate with maintenance on equipment checks and repairs.
- Communicate with team leads about material needs and press status.
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied the issues.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Make adjustments to temperature controls based on type of die being run.
Extra man
Astro Shapes
Struthers, OH
08.2011 - 09.2013
- Supported aluminum extrusion production at Astro Shapes.
- Monitored press operations and machine safety checks.
- Inspected extrusions for quality, finish, and defects.
- Followed safety procedures and plant operating standards.
Education
Certificate Of Completion/ Bachelors Degree - Criminal Justice
ITT
09.1998 - 05.2001
High School Diploma - Diploma
General Education Diploma
Youngstown, OH 09.1995 - 06.1997
Skills
- Extrusion press operation
- Quality control
- Product inspection
- Process troubleshooting
- Aluminum production
- Safety compliance
- Material handling
- Issue resolution
- Attention to detail
- Team communication
Timeline
Group Leader
Astro Shapes
05.2026 - Current
Head stretcher
Astro Shapes
01.2024 - 10.2024
Press Operator
Astro Shapes
09.2013 - 09.2023
Extra man
Astro Shapes
08.2011 - 09.2013
Laborer
Astro Shapes
05.2011 - Current
Certificate Of Completion/ Bachelors Degree - Criminal Justice
ITT
09.1998 - 05.2001
High School Diploma - Diploma
General Education Diploma
09.1995 - 06.1997