Samir Colak
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Machine operator technician with expertise in operating and maintaining industrial and CNC machinery to ensure precision and consistent production output. Skilled in troubleshooting mechanical issues, optimizing machine performance, and enforcing safety protocols to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency. Focused on driving continuous improvement and sustaining high-quality manufacturing environments through proactive maintenance and process optimization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator Technician
Energizer Holdings Incorporated
Asheboro, NC
03.2024 - Current
- Operated AAA battery machinery line and maintained machinery to ensure consistent production output while adhering to safety protocols and minimizing equipment downtime.
- Inspected finished products for quality compliance, identifying defects early to maintain high standards and reduce customer returns.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to troubleshoot mechanical issues, improving machine reliability and sustaining production schedules.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and material usage, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste.
- Monitored production processes to enforce safety regulations, preventing workplace accidents and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Serviced lubrication systems regularly to prevent overheating and component failure, contributing to prolonged equipment lifespan and stable production cycles.
Protection Officer
Thomasville Treatment Associates
Thomasville, NC
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Monitored facility security, enhancing safety for patients and staff in the methadone clinic.
- Conducted regular inspections, identifying safety hazards and mitigating risks effectively.
- Collaborated with treatment teams to enhance client safety and well-being initiatives.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, following established protocols effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and security activities within the facility.
- Engaged clients, fostering a positive atmosphere and promoting compliance with facility rules.
- Implemented safety drills to prepare staff and patients for potential emergencies.
- Enforced security rules and regulations within designated sites, ensuring compliance at all times.
CNC Machine Operator
Procter & Gamble Company
Browns Summit, NC
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Operated several CNC machines simultaneously to achieve precise component fabrication.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of raw materials and supplies to ensure availability.
- Performed routine inspections and minor repairs to maintain equipment functionality.
- Interpreted technical drawings to guide machining operations effectively.
- Inspected parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure adherence to quality control standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols throughout all machining operations.
- Proficient in reading blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics to determine proper setup procedures.
Force Protection Officer
Triple Canopy-Constellis
Reston, VA
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted comprehensive threat assessments to enhance personnel safety and security on military base, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
- Collaborated with intelligence agencies to gather critical threat data.
- Patrolled premises on foot at multiple posts, ensuring security with M9 and M4 weapons.
- Searched all vehicles for IEDs coming in and out.
- Utilized metal detectors to check the visitors entering private premises.
- Validated employee IDs and issued entry passes to ensure secure access for visitors and government contractors.
- Observed security cameras for any illegal activities on government premises.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business & Administration
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC 2710305-2012
High School Diploma -
Grimsley High School
Greensboro, NC 2740806-2004
Skills
- Foreign languages proficiency
- CNC Programming
- Machine setup
- Machine troubleshooting
- Mechanical diagnosis
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Private security detail
- Operational safety
- Safety compliance
- Production efficiency
- Quality assurance
- Risk assessment
LANGUAGES
Bosnian: Native
English: Native
Russian: C2 - Proficiency
Spanish: C1 - Advanced
German: C1 - Advanced
Timeline
Machine Operator Technician
Energizer Holdings Incorporated
03.2024 - Current
Protection Officer
Thomasville Treatment Associates
12.2021 - 03.2024
CNC Machine Operator
Procter & Gamble Company
10.2018 - 10.2021
Force Protection Officer
Triple Canopy-Constellis
04.2018 - 10.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Business & Administration
Forsyth Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Grimsley High School