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Sonyinee Pope

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Eager Production Operator looking for a challenging position in a respected organization that values excellent mechanical skills. Outstanding hand-eye coordination and an understanding of the teamwork that goes into ensuring an assembly line runs efficiently. Proficient in crane operations and equipment calibration. Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing 30 years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment and following work instructions. Detailed Production Operator with 30 years' track record of providing accurate and timely work in production operations. Talented in conducting production tests, working with injection equipment and performing routine maintenance. Consistently adhere to QA programs to maintain safety.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

PepsiCo
Indianapolis, IN

Production Operator
11.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Performed regular inspections of production machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Maintained accurate logs and records of production output, quality control tests, and other related activities.
  • Followed detailed instructions for operating complex manufacturing equipment in a safe manner.
  • Identified and resolved operational issues with the assistance of maintenance personnel.
  • Collaborated with team members to increase efficiency and productivity on the production line.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve product quality.
  • Monitored inventory levels and notified appropriate personnel when restocking was needed.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation techniques and safety protocols.
  • Adjusted machine settings as necessary to meet customer specifications for product size or shape.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding work progress, challenges, and any potential safety concerns.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.

Acara Solutions
Indianapolis, IN

Filler Machine Operator
10.2021 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Maintain charting such as SPC, GVC, and MTR
  • Wear PPE when working in control manufacturing areas
  • Used RF scanner to fill customer's orders
  • Follow GMP's to maintain a sanitary and clean work environment
  • Experience in FANUC, Mazatlan, Haas, and Okuma style programming
  • Provide PPE and supply crew with any other equipment need for their assign job
  • Used forklifts, order selectors, riding pallet jack, and a RF scanner
  • Set up, run machine, trouble shooting of machine, minor machine repairs, etc
  • Supervise day-to-day machining operations for CNC machining, short-run machining, welding, tool & die shop
  • Participate in a team environment to provide a high quality product, using SPC in processes to predict out-of-control situations
  • Perform installations of all CNC optical component production machinery and support equipment
  • Start out hand packer.ran box machine, case packer, former, do minor maint
  • Help prepare others for production job responsibilities by demonstrating operational procedures & conducting concise communication

Amcor
Terre Haute, IN

Press Operator Assistant
06.2020 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Printing press operators and printing press operator assistants prepare, operate, and maintain printing presses
  • Their principal duties include installing and adjusting printing plates, loading and feeding paper, mixing inks and controlling ink flow, and ensuring the quality of the final printed piece.

North American Lighting
Paris, IL

Machine Operator/Assembler
06.2019 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Assembles processed parts and places parts on racks or in packaging
  • Performs quality review of parts and finished products during assembly process, and separates out bad parts
  • Keeps work area clean, swept and free of dust, and maintains good 6S' within the department
  • Ensures that the scrap basket is emptied in regular intervals
  • Locates and brings processed parts to work station for assembly, as needed
  • Assists department personnel in clean-up operations
  • Assists in machine part changes, as needed
  • Ensures that all policies, practices, procedures, and safety rules are adhered to in the department
  • Works on sub-assembly and rebuilds, as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned

ZF TRW MARSHALL
Marshall, IL

Machine Operator
01.2019 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Setup up machine operation at the start of the shift to include:
  • Verify PCB identification, program name, conveyor width, solder paste, mistake proofing, etc
  • Troubleshoot various pieces of equipment (i.e
  • Placement machine, reflow oven – KIC system, etc.) as needed
  • Performs operation, setup, and product changeover
  • Knowledgeable of manufacturing instructions
  • Occasionally change feeders, splice reels, scan parts
  • Understand Anaphora for correct part identification
  • Perform hourly SPC inspections, where applicable, also includes start-up and changeovers
  • Perform EPIC inspection per instruction to be done hourly, at start-up, and during changeovers
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and tree-monthly (per work order instructions) maintenance on the machine according to the rotational maintenance schedule
  • Benchmark placement of machine(s) & laser etch to be verified, where applicable
  • Assist Master Trainers in training new operators
  • Must become certified and perform:
  • All machines within assigned line (qualified within business unit)
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Comply with and support the health, safety, and environmental programs, policies and procedures.

ARYZTA, Bagcraft Paper Con
Chicago, IL

Machine Operator, machine operator/Shipping and receiving clerk
04.2018 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Responsible for the production of a quality product that meets all customer and regulatory requirements
  • Effectively communicates as required with supervisor
  • Assures that the necessary tools, settings and supplies are ready prior to production
  • Maintains constant attendance to the machines and prevents other employees that are not trained on that machine from improper use
  • Records and accounts for all materials used on the line for assigned shift
  • Assists supervisor in maintaining the work areas in a clean and safe manner
  • Makes minor machine adjustment, and informs the supervisor and the maintenance department when major repairs are required
  • Records all down time due to machine malfunctions and reports them to the supervisor at the end of the shift
  • Food Safety / Quality:Adhere to all GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), such as good hand washing practices and adhering to the employee hygiene plan
  • Follow all USDA guidelines line filler/

04.2014 - 03.2018

Job overview

  • Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product
  • Attach identification labels to finished packaged items, or cut stencils and stencil information on containers, such as lot numbers or shipping destinations
  • Stack finished packaged items, or wrap protective material around each item, and pack the items in cartons or containers
  • Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature
  • Clean packaging containers, line and pad crates, or assemble cartons to prepare for product packing
  • Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides
  • Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing
  • Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; determines most economical and efficient shipping method; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery
  • Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct
  • Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers
  • Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received
  • Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel
  • Delivers items to requisitioning departments and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items
  • Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents
  • May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records
  • Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener GE Zenith Controls Chicago IL stock handler

01.2014 - 04.2015

Job overview

  • Receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using computer
  • Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards
  • Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors
  • Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas
  • Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment
  • Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations
  • Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities
  • Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment
  • Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors
  • Provide assistance or direction to other stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard workers
  • Prepare and maintain records and reports of inventories, price lists, shortages, shipments, expenditures, and goods used or issued
  • Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions
  • Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards
  • Receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using computer.

Yashino America
University Park, IL

inspector/machine operator
05.2010 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards
  • Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups, jams, or glue that isn't sticking properly
  • Attach identification labels to finished packaged items, or cut stencils and stencil information on containers, such as lot numbers or shipping destinations
  • Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, glue, ink, or labels
  • Package the product in the form in which it will be sent out, for example, filling bags with flour from a chute or spout
  • Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material
  • Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items
  • Count and record finished and rejected packaged items
  • Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.

United States postal service
Chicago, IL

Mail handler
12.1998 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Direct items according to established routing schemes, using computer controlled keyboards or voice recognition equipment
  • Bundle, label, and route sorted mail to designated areas depending on destinations and according to established procedures and deadlines
  • Serve the public at counters or windows, such as by selling stamps and weighing parcels
  • Distribute incoming mail into the correct boxes or pigeonholes
  • Operate various types of equipment, such as computer scanning equipment, addressographs, mimeographs, optical character readers, and bar-code sorters
  • Search directories to find correct addresses for redirected mail
  • Clear jams in sorting equipment
  • Check items to ensure that addresses are legible and correct, that sufficient postage has been paid or the appropriate documentation is attached, and that items are in a suitable condition for processing
  • Rewrap soiled or broken parcels
  • Weigh articles to determine required postage
  • Move containers of mail, using equipment such as forklifts and automated trains.E
  • Sort odd-sized mail by hand, sort mail that other workers have been unable to sort, and segregate items requiring special handling
  • Accept and check containers of mail from large volume mailers, couriers, and contractors.

Education

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL

Associate of Science
07.2000

University Overview

Some college Skills Forklift sit down/stand up

Skills

  • Material Quality Control
  • Materials Handling
  • Machine Operations
  • Shipping Support
  • Assembly and Production
  • Material Quality Inspection
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Operations Support
  • Process Improvement
  • Product Assembly
  • Quality Assurance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Blueprint Interpretation Expertise
  • Manufacturing

Timeline

Filler Machine Operator
Acara Solutions
10.2021 - 11.2021
Production Operator
PepsiCo
11.2020 - Current
Press Operator Assistant
Amcor
06.2020 - 10.2021
Machine Operator/Assembler
North American Lighting
06.2019 - 06.2020
Machine Operator
ZF TRW MARSHALL
01.2019 - 05.2019
Machine Operator, machine operator/Shipping and receiving clerk
ARYZTA, Bagcraft Paper Con
04.2018 - 01.2019
04.2014 - 03.2018
01.2014 - 04.2015
inspector/machine operator
Yashino America
05.2010 - 01.2014
Mail handler
United States postal service
12.1998 - 01.2010
Chicago State University
Associate of Science
Sonyinee Pope