Scott Hufford
Oakwood,IL
Summary
Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Master Operator
Viscofan USA
Danville, Illinois
05.2001 - Current
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Trained new operators on equipment use and safety procedures.
Furnace Operator - Vacuum and gas fired
Thermo Technics
Danville, IL
07.1998 - 03.2001
- Operated high-temperature furnaces to ensure proper heating processes.
- Monitored furnace operations for consistent temperature and performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on furnace equipment to ensure reliability.
- Loaded and unloaded materials into furnaces for processing .
- Documented daily furnace operations and maintenance activities accurately.
- Loaded raw materials into furnaces using cranes, hoists, or other lifting devices.
- Adjusted furnace settings to meet production requirements.
- Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces, and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
- Test hardness of steel and other material for quality control.
Meat cutter
Danville County Market
Danville, IL
05.1987 - 07.1998
- Cut and prepare various meats for display and sale.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the meat preparation area.
- Operate cutting tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist customers with meat selection and provide cooking advice.
- Monitor inventory levels and restock supplies as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling.
- Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders and tenderizers.
- Cut, trimmed, boned and ground beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry for sale in the retail market.
- Cleaned work areas including counters, floors, walls and equipment using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Operated wrapping machines to package meats for sale in the store or for customers' orders.
- Checked expiration dates on packages of meat prior to stocking them on shelves or counters.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Rotated stock on shelves so that older items were used first while maintaining freshness of product.
- Ordered supplies necessary to maintain inventory levels in accordance with department needs.
Education
Oakwood High School
Oakwood, ILSome College (No Degree) - Required Classes
William Penn College
Oskaloosa, IASkills
- Machinery management
- Equipment upkeep
- Safety regulations
- Equipment operation
- Materials handling
- Attention to detail
- Forklift operation
- Basic maintenance and repair
Timeline
Production Master Operator
Viscofan USA
05.2001 - Current
Furnace Operator - Vacuum and gas fired
Thermo Technics
07.1998 - 03.2001
Meat cutter
Danville County Market
05.1987 - 07.1998
Oakwood High School
Some College (No Degree) - Required Classes
William Penn College