Samara Bowers

Tire Builder

Michelin Tire

10.2011 - 05.2023

Operated machinery to assemble tire components, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows and reduce downtime.
Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects for corrective action.
Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures for tire assembly.
Coordinated with supply chain personnel to maintain adequate inventory levels of raw materials.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced waste in manufacturing operations.
Led initiatives for workplace safety, resulting in improved compliance with industry regulations.
Implemented preventative maintenance routines on machinery, prolonging equipment life and minimizing costly downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
Maintained accurate records of daily production levels, allowing for effective tracking of team progress towards goals and objectives.
Increased overall product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures for all tires produced.
Displayed strong organizational skills in managing work area, keeping tools and equipment clean and readily accessible for efficient use during tire building tasks.
Mastered multiple types of equipment used in the tire-building process, increasing versatility and ability to support various stages of production as needed.
Assisted in training new hires on proper tire building techniques, ensuring consistent quality standards across the team.
Ensured strict adherence to quality control standards by carefully inspecting each tire for defects before passing it along to the next stage of production.
Contributed to a safer working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during tire assembly operations.