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Rene Kamengele

Nampa,ID

Summary

Hands-on Machine Operator offering 5 years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines. Skilled Production Lead with proven skills in coordinating large-scale production runs. Keeps performance high and costs down by carefully monitoring line activities and maximizing quality control. Offers exceptional safety record. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Committed leadership with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

GoGo SqueeZ

Production Lead
2021.01 - Current (3 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Sustained tour-ready production line through continuous and effective housekeeping plans.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Adjusted alignment of drills, guides and holding devices.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Oversaw logistics and inventory management for storeroom.
  • Kept records of equipment, budgets, deliveries and supplies and made paperwork available to management for evaluation.
  • Trained workers in proper operation, calibration and maintenance of production line equipment.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
  • Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
  • Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes
  • Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees
  • Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses

Materne Gogo Squeeze

Level 3 TetraPak Operator
2018.05 - Current (6 years & 4 months)

Job overview

  • Executed machine and hand tool work by fitting and assembling machine parts from metal stock.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Adjusted controls to change machine settings, reducing errors of finished products.
  • Used templates and hand tools to adjust machinery including alignment of drills and cutters.
  • Operating industrial carts, power hand carts, and pallet jack.
  • Inspect product as it moves through manufacturing process for quality.
  • Conduct sample testing and record data (viscosity, ph, titrations, brix, etc.)
    Operate industrial carts, power hand carts.
  • Read schematics and diagrams to monitor machine activity (flow, machine status, temperature settings, level indication).
  • Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment through touchscreen/HMI.
  • Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment.
  • Clean work area and sanitize equipment.
  • Complete daily paperwork and reports.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings

LAZ parking

Parking Attendant
2015.09 - 2018.06 (2 years & 9 months)

Job overview

  • Greet customers and open their car doors.
  • Calculate parking charges, and collect fees from customers.
  • Take numbered tags from customers, locate vehicles, and deliver vehicles, or provide customers with instructions for locating vehicles.
  • Keep parking areas clean and orderly to ensure that space usage is maximized
  • Directed patrons to designated parking spaces
  • Explained parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival
  • Used hand signals or flashlights to direct motorists to parking areas or parking spaces
  • Issued ticket stubs and placed numbered tags on windshields, giving customers matching tags to locate parked vehicles
  • Collected parking fees from customers based on charges for amount of time parked or standard lot fee

Fresca Mexican Foods LLC

Tortilla parker
2017.07 - 2017.11 (4 months)

Job overview

  • Prepared routine legal correspondence and memorandum.
  • Reviewed and provided comments on the adequacy of documents and took necessary steps to cure any deficiencies.
    for attorney partners.
  • Effectively controlled the release of proprietary and confidential information for general client lists.

  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications

Inyange Industries

Production Supervisor
2016.06 - 2016.11 (5 months)

Job overview

  • Perform quality checks on products and parts.
  • Package finished products and prepare them for shipment.
  • Complete production reports to communicate team production level to management.
  • Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process.
  • Maintain production equipment and machinery.
  • Provide assistance in the production of writing assemblies.
  • Operate machinery and heavy equipment, such as forklifts.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Compiled production equipment status reports, detailing parts produced, downtime duration and potential quality concerns.
  • Monitored materials use to identify concerns and keep costs low.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
  • Supervised work on bestselling, industry-leading products.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Reduced inventory and monthly team labor hours by strategically updating processes and reorganizing operational workflows.
  • Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated across departments to establish project guidelines and create unique products to drive profitability.
  • Predicted cost overruns by monitoring spending during productions.
  • Oversaw equipment modifications and upgrades.
  • Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products

Education

Bassick High School , Bridgeport, CT

High School Diploma
06.2016

Housatonic Community College , Bridgeport, CT

Associate of Applied Science
08.2016

College of Western Idaho: Nampa Campus Academic Building

Associate of Applied Science

Boise State University , Boise, ID

Currently Junior Year (Some College Credits). from Electrical Engineering

Neo4j Graph Academy , Online Training

Neo4j Certified Professional from Neo4j Database Developer
07.2023

College of Western Idaho , Nampa, ID

Idaho Certified Family Home Basic Medication
03.2023

Skills

  • Quality assurance controls
  • OSHA
  • Equipment operation
  • Tool repairs
  • Quality assurance standards
  • Equipment assembly
  • Power and hand tools
  • Machinery operations
  • DOT and safety compliance
  • Polishing work
  • Modifications and adjustments
  • Documentation ability
  • Assembly procedures
  • Assembly and production
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Safety rules enforcement
  • Materials management
  • Progress monitoring
  • Operations support
  • Quality control guidelines
  • Assembly protocols
  • OSHA guidelines
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Work order interpretation
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Product line analysis
  • Logistics

Timeline

Production Lead

GoGo SqueeZ
2021.01 - Current (3 years & 8 months)

Level 3 TetraPak Operator

Materne Gogo Squeeze
2018.05 - Current (6 years & 4 months)

Tortilla parker

Fresca Mexican Foods LLC
2017.07 - 2017.11 (4 months)

Production Supervisor

Inyange Industries
2016.06 - 2016.11 (5 months)

Parking Attendant

LAZ parking
2015.09 - 2018.06 (2 years & 9 months)

Bassick High School

High School Diploma

Housatonic Community College

Associate of Applied Science

College of Western Idaho: Nampa Campus Academic Building

Associate of Applied Science

Boise State University

Currently Junior Year (Some College Credits). from Electrical Engineering

Neo4j Graph Academy

Neo4j Certified Professional from Neo4j Database Developer

College of Western Idaho

Idaho Certified Family Home Basic Medication
Rene Kamengele