Sheldon Strong
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced Machine Operator with 9 years in plastic processing and recycling. Skilled in machine setup, quality inspection, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance, with a strong record of troubleshooting equipment and keeping production running smoothly.
Overview
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1
Language
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
True Plastic Recyling
Carrollton, Texas
06.2017 - 09.2026
- Loaded sorted plastic materials into shredders and processing equipment.
- Reported machine faults and material issues to supervisors promptly.
- Followed safety procedures while handling plastic waste and equipment.
- Documented critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level, and flow to maintain accurate repair logs.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Ensured product specifications met quality standards through accurate measurements. using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Inspected recycled plastic output for contamination and ensured compliance with quality standards.
- Performed machine cleaning to prevent malfunctions and ensure efficiency, work areas, and recycling line components.
- Operated plastic recycling machinery for True Plastic Recycling production lines.
- Monitored equipment controls and adjusted settings to optimize material processing.
Education
GED -
Texas Education Agency
Dallas, TX07-2016
Skills
- Machine setup
- Production operations
- Machinery operation
- Equipment calibration
- Quality inspection
- Defect identification
- Quality assurance
- Setup optimization
- Process monitoring
- Preventive maintenance
- Maintenance logs
- Production equipment experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Assembly and production
- Logistics coordination
- Inventory control
- Forklift operation
- Operational oversight
- Safety compliance
- Workplace safety
- Precision measurement
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Computer proficiency
- Modifications
- Machinery operation
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Machine Operator
True Plastic Recyling
06.2017 - 09.2026
GED -
Texas Education Agency