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Rhonda Montgomery

Keyser,WV

Summary

Proven leader in high-pressure environments, I excel in optimizing production and enhancing quality standards, as demonstrated at Kraft Heinz. With expertise in machinery operation and a knack for fostering teamwork, I've successfully driven efficiency improvements and maintained rigorous safety protocols, ensuring operational excellence and surpassing performance targets.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabricator

Zm Sheet Metal
10.2020 - 09.2024
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
  • Achieved tight deadlines, efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks in high-pressure environment.
  • Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
  • Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.

Lead Palletizer Operator/Back up Supervisor

Kraft Heinz
02.2001 - 08.2020
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while overseeing the assembly of boxes or trays prior to palletizing operations, ensuring consistent results across all packaged items.
  • Played a critical role in maintaining overall production timelines by consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets and expectations.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating palletizing equipment properly.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve overall productivity.
  • Assisted in training new Palletizer Operators, sharing expert knowledge to enhance their skills and performance.
  • Ensured product quality by inspecting finished products before packaging and shipping.
  • Operated forklifts safely when necessary, assisting in moving palletized products throughout the facility as required.
  • Adapted quickly to changing production requirements, demonstrating flexibility when switching between tasks or responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to strict safety protocols during operation of machinery.
  • Minimized product damage by carefully adjusting palletizing equipment settings for various product types.
  • Reduced downtime through performing routine maintenance checks and addressing issues in a timely manner.
  • Participated in continuous improvement efforts, offering suggestions for process enhancements that led to increased efficiency levels.
  • Supported smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff communication with incoming operators regarding any ongoing issues or concerns related to machinery or processes.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage and transportation of palletized goods, reducing potential damages or delays in delivery.
  • Maximized capacity utilization by efficiently monitoring palletizer machine operation and making necessary adjustments as needed.
  • Facilitated smoother operations by assisting in training of new palletizer operators.
  • Optimized space utilization within storage area by designing and implementing effective pallet stacking patterns.
  • Maintained high-quality standards by conducting detailed inspections of palletized goods before shipment.
  • Enhanced team productivity, sharing expertise on efficient palletizing methods and machinery use.
  • Minimized manual handling risks by effectively using mechanical lifting aids for heavy or awkward loads.
  • Supported quality control efforts, closely monitoring and adjusting palletizing process to meet company standards.
  • Improved workplace safety with implementation of updated safety protocols and training sessions.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting equipment upgrades and process optimizations.
  • Contributed to meeting production targets through diligent work ethic and flexibility in handling various product types.
  • Increased accuracy of shipments, carefully verifying orders against inventory lists before palletizing.
  • Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting on palletizing equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular checks and balances on machinery and work environment.
  • Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
  • Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies to achieve consistent productivity levels.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
  • Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
  • Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.

Education

GED -

Dowell J Howard
Winchester, VA
01.2001

Skills

    Fabrication

    Power Tool Operation

    Machinery Operation

    Hand and power tools

    Heavy Lifting

    Troubleshooting

    Metal Fabrication

    Safety Procedures

    Sheet metal work

    Preventive Maintenance

    Finishing Techniques

    Warehouse Organization

    Warehouse Operations

    Documentation skills

    Microsoft Office

    Product identification

    Equipment Operation

    Rotation requirements

    Recordkeeping requirements

    Paperwork coordination

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Attention to Detail

    Order picking and processing

    Cost Reduction

    Forklift Operation

    Error Adjustments

    Basic Math

    Quality Procedures

    Audit processes

    Operations

    Production Scheduling

    Automation understanding

    Problem-Solving

    Multitasking

    Multitasking Abilities

    Excellent Communication

    Critical Thinking

Timeline

Fabricator

Zm Sheet Metal
10.2020 - 09.2024

Lead Palletizer Operator/Back up Supervisor

Kraft Heinz
02.2001 - 08.2020

GED -

Dowell J Howard
Rhonda Montgomery