Sonia Gibbens

Operated and maintained packaging and processing machinery to ensure efficient production in a food manufacturing environment, adhering to all routine SOPs

Conducted routine quality assurance checks, including product appearance, packaging integrity, and code verification, to ensure adherence to product specifications

• Successfully troubleshot machinery breakdowns, cleared jams, reset faults, and performed changeovers to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Successfully troubleshot machinery breakdowns, cleared jams, reset faults, and performed changeovers to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Performed basic preventative maintenance, including cleaning and lubrication tasks, to ensure optimal equipment performance and longevity
• Maintained work area sanitation and organization according to 5S and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, ensuring a clean and safe work environment
• Ensured strict adherence to all personal safety practices, including the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and proper Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
• Loaded packaging materials and ensured adequate supply levels to keep machinery running efficiently and prevent production interruptions
• Completed all required shift support documentation and production records with accuracy and attention to detail

• Increased production efficiency by assembling components swiftly and accurately.
• Maintained high-quality standards through thorough inspections of assembled parts.
• Reduced assembly errors by meticulously following detailed blueprints and instructions.
• Upholding safety protocols significantly minimized workplace accidents.
• Trained new employees on effective assembly techniques for quicker acclimation.
• Organized workstations to optimize productivity and minimize distractions.
• Completed durable assemblies using hand and power tools, ensuring timely results.
• Tested finished products to ensure quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
• Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
• Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
• Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
• Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.

• Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
• Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
• Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
• Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
• Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
• Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
• Elevated team morale and productivity by leading by example and providing support where needed.
• Maintained meticulous records of machine performance and maintenance activities, supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
• Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
• Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.