Ricky Buse
Rockford,IL
Summary
Resourceful Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in machinery operation, quality control, and safety procedures. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and project success.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Down Stream Operator
RING Container Technologies
Rockford, Illinois
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisting machine operators with packaging
- Trouble shooting line issues
- Trouble shooting robot issues
- Running the palatizer sand trouble shooting
- Grinding bottles to reuse plastic in machines
- Cleaning/GMP
- Quality issues and notifying operator or supervisors
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Packaging Operator
Gutenberg industries
Guttenberg, Iowa
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Inspected products for quality and compliance before packaging.
- Assembled cartons and applied pads to crate to prepare for product packing.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for packaging, equipment operation and inventory management.
- Utilized hand tools such as knives, scissors, and tape guns when necessary.
- Assisted in the development of new packaging designs and prototypes for testing.
- Monitored the quality of products being packaged throughout the process.
- Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
- Performed routine maintenance on packaging machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Assembled boxes and other packaging materials for product shipment.
High Speed Precision Tool Maker/Metal Grinder
Form relief tool
Davis Junction, Illinois
04.2019 - 01.2021
- GMP/PPE
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with manufacturing equipment by diagnosing malfunctions and determining corrective actions.
- Collaborated with engineers in developing prototypes of new tools based on customer requirements.
- Developed specifications for specialty tools and dies to create effective product designs.
- Used hand tools such as saws, files, drills and chisels to shape metal into desired shapes for specific tools.
- Applied knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment and other processes related to tool making.
- Performed precision machining operations on lathes, mills, and grinders to manufacture parts for various tools.
- Complied with safety regulations to maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Used technical documentation to fabricate and assemble wooden parts, tools and dies.
- Analyzed blueprints or drawings in order to determine dimensions required for fabrication purposes.
- Troubleshot issues to navigate tool and die design challenges.
- Inspected finished products according to quality control standards prior to shipment or delivery.
CNC Machine Operator
World class tool
Rockford, Illinois
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Aligned, mounted and installed tools and attachments on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Loaded and unloaded different tool parts from trucks and storage areas.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
- Followed safety guidelines and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment and ensuring a safe work environment.
- Used precision measurement tools to check and ensure the accuracy of the machined parts.
- Monitored machine operations and made adjustments to correct problems.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
Machine Operator
A1 wire
Rockford, Illinois
05.2010 - 11.2015
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Forklift
- Training other employees
Machine Operator
MGF Industries
Rockford
02.1990 - 01.2002
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Forklift
- Training other employees
Education
GED -
City Hall Education Center
Loves Park, IL08-2018
Skills
- Tool operation
- Facility maintenance
- Inspections and reviews
- Contract management
- Manufacturing procedures
- CNC machine operation
- Maintenance and repair
- Machine setup
- Loading and unloading
- Equipment operation
- Heavy lifting
- Heavy equipment operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Production work
- Attention to detail
- Materials handling
- Effective communication
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Valid Driver's license
- Flexible schedule
- Machine operation
- Forklift operation
Timeline
Down Stream Operator
RING Container Technologies
04.2024 - 10.2024
Packaging Operator
Gutenberg industries
07.2022 - 04.2023
High Speed Precision Tool Maker/Metal Grinder
Form relief tool
04.2019 - 01.2021
CNC Machine Operator
World class tool
09.2016 - 02.2019
Machine Operator
A1 wire
05.2010 - 11.2015
Machine Operator
MGF Industries
02.1990 - 01.2002
GED -
City Hall Education Center