Ronney Cruze
Clinton,UT
Summary
Dedicated Machine Operator and certified Safety Coordinator with 18+ years of manufacturing experience. Proven track record of operating complex machinery to meet production quotas while championing zero-accident facility records and enforcing OSHA compliance. Seeking to leverage dual expertise to drive productivity and maintain a secure working environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Target Labels and Packaging (PPC Flex)
01.2024 - Current
- Regulatory Compliance: Deep familiarity with OSHA.
- Risk Assessment: Conducting workplace safety audits and routine facility inspections.
- Incident Investigation: Root cause analysis, documenting corrective actions, and preparing detailed injury or property damage reports.
- Emergency Response: Developing evacuation plans, First Aid/CPR, and disaster management.
- Safety Management Systems (SMS): Tracking incidents, audits, and compliance data using EHS software.
- Equipment & PPE Management: Inspecting and managing Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safety machinery.
- Safety Training & Development: Designing onboarding curriculum and leading daily safety talks.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Passing safety information clearly to staff and collaborating with department leaders.
- Problem-Solving: Proactively identifying potential workplace hazards and forming action plans.
Uteco laminator operator
Target Labels and Packaging (PPC Flex)
05.2018 - Current
- Uteco Machinery Operation: Expertise in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting Uteco converting lines.
- Adhesive Systems: Proficiency with solvent-based, solventless, and water-based adhesive applications, including mixing ratios and coat weight verification.
- Web Handling & Tension Control: Experience maintaining proper web tension to prevent material stretching, tunneling, or telescoping.
- Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Ability to perform autonomous maintenance on rollers, doctor blades, and pumps.
- Quality Control & Inspection: Experience checking for correct lamination bonds, eliminating air bubbles, and inspecting for visual defects.
- Quality Control & Inspection: Experience checking for correct lamination bonds, eliminating air bubbles, and inspecting for visual defects.
- Safety & Compliance: Strict adherence to OSHA standards, handling hazardous chemicals (adhesives/solvents), and wearing proper PPE.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Strong problem-solving abilities for resolving mechanical jams and calibrating machine settings quickly.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in reading job tickets, recording roll data, and measuring film thickness.
Loom and Blow line operator
Contesinet
11.2013 - 05.2018
- Operated machinery to maintain efficient production flow.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
Production worker, packaging
Tyson foods/Don Julio
02.2010 - 01.2011
- Operated machinery for efficient food processing and packaging.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in production areas.
- Monitored production lines to ensure quality control compliance.
- Collaborated with coworkers to meet daily production goals.
- Prepared raw materials for processing according to specifications.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling food products.
Twine Operator
Poly Excel
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Spindle/Winder Operations: Managing multiple spindles, doffing spools, and maintaining optimal tensioning.
- Quality Assurance: Performing visual and micrometer defect checks (e.g., assessing thickness, breakages).
- Machine Troubleshooting: Identifying and fixing thread jams, snags, or mechanical malfunctions.
- Preventative Maintenance: Clearing debris, oiling parts, and changing out dull or worn tooling.
- Production Reporting: Accurately logging production yields, downtime, and material usage in logs.
Slitter Operator
Lifetime Products
05.2006 - 09.2008
- Operated slitter-rewinder machinery by setting up, threading, and adjusting for optimal performance.
- Conducted visual inspections and monitored edge quality and tension consistency to ensure product standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to maintain equipment reliability.
- Precision Measurement: Proficiency with tape measures, micrometers, and calipers for tight-tolerance cutting.
- Mathematics & Conversions: Basic math, unit conversion (e.g., decimals to fractions), and weight/measurement calculations.
- Computer & ERP Systems: Using production software to track inventory, print labels, and input data.
Education
30 HOUR OSHA - SAFETY
OSHA
ONLINECPR CERTIFIED -
CPR
Skills
Professional Experience & Accomplishments
- Operated and maintained heavy machinery (Uteco laminator, extruder, and loom), executing full start-to-finish operations, clean-in-place protocols, and system reboots
- Maximized production efficiency by simultaneously overseeing 10 automated machines during the loom process and successfully running bagging, pressing, and slitting equipment for precise metal cuts
- Enforced strict quality control metrics—including Dyne testing, heat sealing, coat/cup weight tracking, and oven testing—in SQF, ISO, AIB, and GMP compliant facilities
- Spearheaded daily safety meetings and safety stand-ups, communicating OSHA Standards and Codes to team members to reduce workplace hazards
- Conducted routine safety audits and job safety analyses (JSA) to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with OSHA Regulations
- Incident analysis
- Facilitated materials handling utilizing both electric and manual pallet jacks alongside advanced forklift operations
- Demonstrated physical stamina and readiness for rigorous tasks, including lifting over 100 lbs and enduring prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
- Safety & Compliance: Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Hazard Identification, Incident Investigation, Safety Management Systems, OSHA Standards, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
- Technical Operations: Machine Operation (Loom, Uteco, Extruder, Press), Quality Control, Troubleshooting, Data Analysis, Dyne Testing, Crane/Hoist Safety
- Soft Skills: Team Collaboration, Meeting Leadership, Training and Mentoring, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail
Relevant Experience
- Extensive knowledge in running high-capacity production machinery
- Adaptive person, strong leader, dedicated employee
- Pride in workmanship and ability to learn any new procedure or techniques quickly
- Diligent worker and can be relied on to help others when needed
Safety Attributes
- Conduct daily safety meeting and topics with employees, Conduct monthly safety meeting with management
- Document and record near misses, observations and incidents
- OSHA 30 hour course certified, CPR certified
Quality Attributes
- Dedicated to producing the best product to meet the customers’ needs
- Knowledge of 5S, sanitization and quality specification testing criteria per customers’ requirements
- Strive to maintain a clean working environment to provide the customer with the best product available
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Target Labels and Packaging (PPC Flex)
01.2024 - Current
Uteco laminator operator
Target Labels and Packaging (PPC Flex)
05.2018 - Current
Loom and Blow line operator
Contesinet
11.2013 - 05.2018
Production worker, packaging
Tyson foods/Don Julio
02.2010 - 01.2011
Twine Operator
Poly Excel
01.2009 - 01.2010
Slitter Operator
Lifetime Products
05.2006 - 09.2008
30 HOUR OSHA - SAFETY
OSHA
CPR CERTIFIED -
CPR