Sandi Richards
Brandon,WI
Summary
Detail-oriented Utility Operator with a focus on quality assurance and process improvement. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and promoting teamwork, driving successful outcomes in manufacturing environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Operator
American Packaging
Columbus, WI
03.2026 - Current
- Provided support during facility expansions or upgrades, coordinating closely with project teams to ensure seamless integration of new utility systems.
- Conducted routine quality checks to maintain product standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies promptly.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance operational skills.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through thorough handover briefings, ensuring continuity in plant operations.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts, adhering to guidelines for waste disposal and emissions control.
- Continuously sought opportunities for process improvement, sharing insights and recommendations with management to drive operational excellence.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Vollrath
Kiel, WI
10.2025 - 12.2026
- Operated assembly line machinery to produce high-quality kitchen products efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow on the production line.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained cleanliness of work area consistently.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and communicated needs to supervisors promptly.
- Contributed to overall team success by meeting daily production targets consistently.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow and efficient product assembly.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently for faster product assembly without compromising quality.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through effective communication skills and collaboration efforts on the production floor.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Generated and maintained accurate production records.
Press Operator
Alliance Laundry Systems
Ripon, WI
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated high-speed press machinery to ensure consistent production quality.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings for optimal performance during production runs.
- Conducted routine maintenance on press equipment to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures for machinery use.
- Collaborated with quality control team to identify and resolve production issues promptly.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced waste in manufacturing operations.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to reduce operating risks on press machinery.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Increased production output by implementing effective time management techniques and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Assembled and adjusted press parts to print products in accordance with customer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of completed jobs, including relevant data such as run times, material usage, and any issues encountered during production runs.
- Maintained high standards of safety, following rigorous protocols to prevent accidents.
- Maintained detailed records of press operations, including maintenance logs and job specifications.
- Restocked workstations with supplies to prevent work delays.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
- Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high-quality products in line with specifications.
Assembly, Quality, Lead
Walsworth Printing
Ripon, WI
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures for print production processes.
- Monitored compliance with industry standards, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored team members on quality best practices and inspection techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address root causes of quality issues, resulting in improved processes and products.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration within the Quality team, leading to increased productivity and overall job satisfaction.
- Championed a culture of excellence within the organization by setting high expectations for performance and holding employees accountable for results-driven outcomes.
- Improved product quality by implementing strict quality control measures and conducting regular inspections.
- Supported quality control assessments on manufacturing floor.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison Area Technical School
Madison, WI06-1997
Associate of Applied Science - Business Accountancy
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WICertified Nursing Assistant -
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI07-1997
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- First aid training
- Production support
- Power tools proficiency
- Safety procedures
- Crane operation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Cleaning procedures
- Product assembly
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Supply restocking
- Assembly line
- Flooring upkeep
- First aid and CPR
- Packaging assistance
- Detail-oriented
- Inventory control
- Good manufacturing practices
- Machine monitoring
- Basic mathematics
- Blueprint reading
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Utility Operator
American Packaging
03.2026 - Current
Assembly Line Production Worker
Vollrath
10.2025 - 12.2026
Press Operator
Alliance Laundry Systems
01.2023 - 11.2025
Assembly, Quality, Lead
Walsworth Printing
01.2022 - 07.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business Accountancy
Madison Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Madison Area Technical School
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Madison Area Technical College