Khole E. Rhoades
Sidney,OH
Summary
Skilled operator with strong background in fast-paced manufacturing environments working with materials. Reliable worker comfortable working alone or with team members to move materials, complete production runs and inspect final products. Knowledgeable about machine operation, maintenance requirements and basic repairs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Press Operator A (Backup Group Leader)
American Trim
Sidney, OH
09.2022 - Current
- Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Applied knowledge of physical properties of workpiece materials to plan sequences and operations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss production challenges and solutions.
- Leveraged preventive maintenance techniques to maintain or adjust equipment.
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
- Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
- Measured completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications with micrometers, gauges, calipers, and templates.
- Cleaned, lubricated and repaired machinery for optimal performance.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating overhead cranes.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Assist with troubleshooting any issues encountered during production runs.
- Maintain accurate records of production data including number of pieces produced, scrap rate and downtime.
- Load raw materials into hoppers or feeders of the die-casting machines; monitor material levels during production runs.
Cook
Moories Landing
Fort Loramie, OH
03.2016 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Machine Operator
Honda engine plant
Anna, OH
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
Construction Worker
PS Construction and Remodeling
Troy, Ohio
08.2008 - 03.2016
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Completed general carpentry, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing installations and repairs.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Family business was able to start young and learn many skills with hands on experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Loramie Highschool
Fort Loramie, OH05-2022
Certifications - HVAC And General Construction
JVS
Piqua, OH05-2022
Skills
- Ram stroke adjustments
- Machine programming
- Quality control
- Workpiece inspection
- Work order interpretation
- Heavy lift management
- Crane steering
- Safety protocol
- Time management
- Team management
- Problem resolution
- Efficient setup
- Machinery cleaning
- Machine operation
- Problem-solving
- Health and safety procedures
- Operations management
- Shift leadership
- Motivational skills
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Reliable
- Power tool operation
- Carpentry
- Basic construction
Certification
- Crane Operator
- HECAU
- Fork lift Operator
- Visual assesment for TP RAW and Painted
- Visual assesment for TP Stainless and Chrome
- Authorized employee for hazardous energy control
- OJT train the trainer
- EPA 608 Certified
- First Aid and CPR
- Boom Lift Operator
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Scissor Lift Training
Accomplishments
- After 1 year was made a back up team group leader.
- Blood Donor
Affiliations
- Family activities
- Fishing
- Working on vehicles
- Video games
Timeline
Press Operator A (Backup Group Leader)
American Trim
09.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Honda engine plant
02.2022 - 07.2022
Cook
Moories Landing
03.2016 - 08.2022
Construction Worker
PS Construction and Remodeling
08.2008 - 03.2016
- Crane Operator
- HECAU
- Fork lift Operator
- Visual assesment for TP RAW and Painted
- Visual assesment for TP Stainless and Chrome
- Authorized employee for hazardous energy control
- OJT train the trainer
- EPA 608 Certified
- First Aid and CPR
- Boom Lift Operator
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Scissor Lift Training
High School Diploma -
Fort Loramie Highschool
Certifications - HVAC And General Construction
JVS
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