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Work History
Education
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Porter House

Welch's
Kalamazoo,MI

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Production OperatorChemical OperatorFeederWarehouse Worker

Work Type

Full Time
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience

Efficient worker accustomed to fast-paced, physically demanding work. Lift over one hundred pounds without assistance and smoothly use machinery such as Forklifts, Clamps, Slips for heavier loads. Skilled at loading and unloading trucks, staging shipments, and storing products.

Knowledgeable production operator with extensive experience in production processes, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality output. Proven track record of optimizing workflows and maintaining equipment to reduce downtime. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting technical issues and adhering to safety standards.

Work History

Production Operator

8 Months
Welch's | 11.2025 - Current
  • Operated production machinery to ensure efficient processing of fruit products.
  • Monitored quality control standards, identifying and addressing deficiencies in real-time.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safety.
  • Trained new operators on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.e
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency across production lines.
  • Led shift meetings to communicate daily goals and address operational challenges effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records of production output and inventory levels for management review.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
  • Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of finished products, ensuring that they met or exceeded all specifications before shipment to customers.
  • Maintained detailed records of production data, ensuring accuracy for inventory tracking and performance evaluation purposes.
  • Reduced downtime with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of equipment issues.
  • Seamlessly transitioned between various machines when needed, demonstrating proficiency in multiple aspects of the production process.
  • Handled raw materials efficiently, minimizing waste during the production process.
  • Boosted team productivity by training new hires and cross-training existing employees on multiple tasks.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.

Chemical Operator

2 Years 9 Months
Pfizer | 02.2023 - 11.2025
  • Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals to ensure compliance with production specifications.
  • Recorded detailed information on ingredients, weights, and temperatures for accurate production tracking, such as ingredients, weights, and temperature, and inputting into the database.
  • Observing all company, local, state, and federal safety, and quality regulations.
  • Reporting accidents, safety violations, or other concerns.
  • Recording information, such as ingredients, weights, and temperature, and inputting into the database.
  • Assisted in planning and enhancing processes to improve product quality and consistency.
  • Collaborating with other team members to complete the production process.
  • Met physical demands of the job by standing, walking, and lifting heavy objects throughout the shift. of the position, including walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, climbing, crouching, operating tools, and wearing safety gear.
  • Operated and maintained chemical processing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Monitored production processes, adjusting parameters to enhance efficiency and product quality.
  • Conducted routine inspections of machinery and systems, identifying issues for timely resolution.
  • Trained new operators on safety protocols, equipment handling, and operational procedures.

Feeder

7 Months
Pactiv Evergreen (Evergreen Packaging) | 07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Used a feeder and other equipment safely on the job, following manufacturer instructions.
  • Supported machine operator in setup, repair, and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal operation.
  • Used controls to start, stop, and pause feeding machine to fix loading issues.
  • Assisted the machine operator in setting up, repairing, and maintaining the machine.
  • Loaded and positioned raw materials in the loading and feeding mechanisms.
  • Checked materials and chemicals for quality prior to loading.
  • Recognized maintenance needs and coordinated repairs with qualified workers to maintain equipment functionality.
  • Conducted quality checks before, during, and after each job to ensure that the project met or exceeded expectations.
  • Performed quality checks at all stages to guarantee compliance with project specifications.
  • Created organized workspaces to enhance productivity and prevent accidents.
  • Looked over job tickets to figure out what product to load and how much to load.
  • Kept my work areas tidy and clean.

Warehouse Worker

1 Year 2 Months
Target Corporation | 04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Processed incoming trucks to unload, stage and smoothly store merchandise.
  • Moved products using conveyor belts and staged items to keep line moving.
  • Maintained clean workstations and areas while assisting with safe housekeeping procedures to promote a safe work environment.
  • Pulled, packed, crated, and secured products to prepare finished stock for shipment.
  • Minimized product errors, carefully examining incoming shipments, and properly tagging items.
  • Tracked computer inventory accurately and made frequent updates.
  • Optimized storage by removing excess and obsolete stock, preparing warehouse for efficient accommodation of new items.
  • Supported inventory accuracy and recorded material movements in company software.
  • Minimized product errors by carefully examining incoming shipments and ensuring proper tagging of items for accurate inventory management.
  • Read and interpreted pick sheet to determine items needed for customer orders.
  • Implemented optimal storage methods for each product type, keeping inventory fresh.
  • Assisted with safe housekeeping procedures and maintained clean workstations and areas.
  • Followed safety regulations to minimize risks to team members or customers.
  • Avoided safety hazards by correctly operating company tools and equipment.
  • Recharged, cleaned, oiled, and refueled material handling equipment to maintain operations.
  • Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Report and identified faulty types of equipment, damages, and safety concerns to supervisor.
  • Avoided unnecessary safety risks, protecting team members from hazardous conditions.
  • Released materials from dump cars and storage bins into hoppers for transport.
  • Met continuous demands in demanding environment by quickly picking up and moving loads.
  • Maintained equipment and vehicles with consistent inspections, general upkeep, and basic repairs.
  • Met continuous demands in a demanding environment by quickly picking up and moving loads.
  • Maintained equipment and vehicles with consistent inspections, general upkeep, and basic repairs.
  • Transported items with forklifts, pallet jacks and overhead cranes.

Education

High School Diploma

Blackwell Job Corps | Laona, WI | 01-2007

Professional Development completed in Construction Crafts Laborer Trade, Certified with Demo Saw, Concrete Saw, Bulldozer

Skills

Production operation
Production assembly
Product assembly
Process quality
Quality assurance
Material quality inspection
Process improvement
Production planning
Equipment operation
Operational efficiency
Inventory counting
Order preparation
Shipment preparation
Shipment inspection
Incoming materials check
Warehouse support
Effective communication
Operational efficiency
Product assembly

Certification

forklift certified

Timeline

Production Operator

Welch's
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

Chemical Operator

Pfizer
02.2023 - 11.2025Read More

Feeder

Pactiv Evergreen (Evergreen Packaging)
07.2022 - 02.2023Read More

Warehouse Worker

Target Corporation
04.2021 - 06.2022Read More

Blackwell Job Corps

High School Diploma
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