Stephen Long
Spencer,NC
Summary
Shipping and Receiving Clerk with a background in production floor material handling, careful product inspection, and clear issue reporting. Brings steady follow-through in verifying items against quality standards, using calipers and micrometers, and keeping work areas clean, organized, and ready for movement. Well suited to shipping and receiving work that depends on accurate counts, careful labeling, dependable handoffs, and forklift operation.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Urethane Foam Machine Operator
Quanex
06.2024 - Current
- Adjust machine controls to maintain consistent foam density and reduce production interruptions.
- Monitor material flow and coordinate supply changes to keep production running smoothly.
- Perform routine checks on equipment condition and report issues before they affect output.
- Track work orders and production details to support accurate daily handoffs.
- Follow safety protocols and keep the work area organized to reduce hazards around equipment.
- Assist with moving materials and finished parts using forklift operation as needed.
MACHINE OPERATOR
Steel Fab
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Run [number] units produced per shift while following safety protocols and machine operating procedures.
- Operate production machinery safely and efficiently while maintaining consistent output across assigned tasks.
- Follow detailed work orders to complete assigned jobs accurately and keep production moving on schedule.
- Adjust machine settings for different materials and support smooth changeovers between production runs.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace that supports safe movement, faster material handling, and reliable daily operations.
- Use forklift operation and dimensional measurement skills to move materials and verify parts against specifications.
EXTRUSION LINE OPERATOR AND MATERIAL HANDLER
Advanced Drainage Systems
06.2016 - 10.2023
- Inspect machinery components for wear or damage and report operational issues to supervisors for timely follow-up.
- Identify defective products through visual inspection and remove them from the line to support product quality.
- Measure product weight and dimensions with calipers and micrometers to verify compliance with specifications.
- Set up and adjust extrusion machines for optimal speeds, then test samples to meet customer specifications.
- Transfer materials, supplies, and finished products between work areas using moving equipment and hand tools.
WAREHOUSE CLERK
Ferguson Enterprises
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Received, unloaded, and stocked incoming shipments to keep inventory organized and accessible.
- Inspected inventory for defects and damage, supporting quality control standards and dimensional measurement checks.
- Prepared customer orders with careful picking and labeling to support accurate fulfillment.
- Maintained a neat, clean, and organized warehouse environment to support safe daily operations.
- Supported shipment staging and pallet movement with a strong focus on efficiency and accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Cactus High School
Glendale, AZ06-1988
Skills
- Plastic extrusion operations
- Forklift operation
- Materials management
- Inventory management
- Work order processing
- Quality assurance
- OSHA standards
- Defect inspection
- Dimensional measurement
- Safety protocols
Certification
Plastics Extrusion Line Certification
Timeline
Urethane Foam Machine Operator
Quanex
06.2024 - Current
MACHINE OPERATOR
Steel Fab
10.2023 - 06.2024
EXTRUSION LINE OPERATOR AND MATERIAL HANDLER
Advanced Drainage Systems
06.2016 - 10.2023
WAREHOUSE CLERK
Ferguson Enterprises
06.2014 - 04.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Cactus High School