Scottie Williams
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Physically strong and motivated professional with 5+ years of experience in warehouse and industrial environments. Possesses strong organizational and communication skills, with expertise in operating and maintaining machinery, handling raw materials, and troubleshooting equipment. Adept at optimizing operational efficiency and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Operator/ Sorter
Waste Management Company
Nashville, TN
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Sorted and classified waste materials to enhance recycling efforts and reduce landfill contributions.
- Conducted quality inspections on sorted materials ensuring adherence to recycling guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sorting processes, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues promptly for timely maintenance and repairs.
- Trained new staff on proper sorting techniques and safety protocols to maintain workplace standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced contamination rates in recycled materials by enhancing sorting accuracy.
- Exceeded company targets through consistent achievement of high daily output levels in the sorting process.
- Led daily briefings to discuss sorting targets, safety updates, and operational challenges with team members.
- Provided timely feedback on operational concerns, enabling swift resolution of potential issues before they escalate into costly problems.
General Utility Worker
Republic Plastics
Knoxville, TN
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated plastic injection molding machines to produce high-quality components.
- Monitored machine performance, adjusting settings to maintain optimal production efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and reduce waste effectively.
- Trained new operators on safe machinery operation and best practices for production workflows.
- Maintained accurate records of production metrics and machine maintenance activities.
- Assisted in training new employees on machinery operation, best practices, safety protocols, and quality control measures to ensure a smooth transition into their roles as plastic machine operators.
- Promoted workplace safety through ongoing communication with supervisors about potential hazards or concerns related to machinery operation.
Kettle Worker
Custom Foods Of America
Knoxville, TN
02.2016 - 11.2019
- Operated kettle machinery to ensure precise temperature control and product quality.
- Monitored and adjusted cooking times to meet production specifications consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows for increased operational efficiency.
- Trained junior operators on equipment handling and safety protocols effectively.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during production shifts.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on kettles to uphold safety standards and performance.
- Maximized output while maintaining cost-effectiveness through efficient scheduling of production runs according to demand forecasts.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions, minimizing production interruptions.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff understanding of kettle operations and best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rule High School
Knoxville, TN05.1982
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Detail-oriented
- Problem-solving
- Hardworking and reliable
- Hazardous materials handling
- Strong physical stamina and endurance
- Waste sorting
- Quality inspections
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Training staff
- Equipment monitoring
- Process optimization
- Maintenance scheduling
- Production metrics tracking
- Machinery operation
- Troubleshooting equipment
- Workflow streamlining
Timeline
Line Operator/ Sorter
Waste Management Company
03.2025 - 11.2025
General Utility Worker
Republic Plastics
02.2021 - 02.2022
Kettle Worker
Custom Foods Of America
02.2016 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Rule High School