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Tanner Cox

Cedar Falls,IA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Lead

Bigshot Archery
Dike, IA
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members when necessary.
  • Monitored the quality of products during production process.
  • Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
  • Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
  • Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
  • Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
  • Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
  • Established standard operating procedures for each task within the production line.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
  • Worked closely with management team to develop long-term plans for growth.
  • Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
  • Analyzed data from past production runs to identify trends or issues.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
  • Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or defects.
  • Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
  • Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Production Lead

Easton Technical Products
Dike, IA
04.2016 - 11.2023
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members when necessary.
  • Monitored the quality of products during production process.
  • Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
  • Conducted performance reviews with team members to ensure goals are being met.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
  • Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
  • Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
  • Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
  • Checked finished products to ensure quality and that industry standards were met before use.
  • Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
  • Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
  • Established standard operating procedures for each task within the production line.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
  • Worked closely with management team to develop long-term plans for growth.
  • Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
  • Analyzed data from past production runs to identify trends or issues.
  • Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
  • Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
  • Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or defects.
  • Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
  • Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Maintained an accurate inventory of raw materials and supplies.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
  • Tracked progress against objectives and reported regularly on progress made.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Utility Worker

Tyson Foods
Waterloo, IA
07.2012 - 04.2016
  • Supported team members by helping out when needed during peak periods of production.
  • Assisted in training new employees on the use of cutting machines and related equipment.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Performed quality control inspections on finished products to ensure they met customer specifications.
  • Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standards.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding tasks and duties.
  • Adjusted machine settings as needed based on type of material being cut.
  • Ensured all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
  • Worked on feet for as many as 10 hours and moved materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Maintained an inventory of tools and materials used in the production process.
  • Cleaned work area regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Performed physical and visual quality control inspections at different stages in process to quickly identify issues.
  • Inspected parts for defects before packing them into boxes for shipping.
  • Packaged finished products securely prior to shipping them out to customers.
  • Stacked finished product onto pallets for shipment to customers.
  • Operated equipment methodically to meet quality standards.
  • Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed at all times while preparing food.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
  • Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
  • Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Cleaned meat preparation counters and butcher knives to avoid cross contamination.
  • Utilized knives appropriately when cutting raw meats into portions or steaks.
  • Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
  • Sharpened knives on daily basis for optimal use and longevity.
  • Cut, trimmed and grinded meats to prepare for cooking form.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant legislation when carrying out liaison activities.
  • Resolved conflicts between departments by acting as a mediator between them.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dike- New Hartford
Dike, IA
05-2010

Police Science

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Control
  • Basic Math
  • Equipment Safety
  • Troubleshooting
  • Team Coordination
  • Workflow Management
  • Diagram Reading
  • Operations Support
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Assembly and Production
  • Equipment Operation
  • Product Quality Control
  • Safety Rules Enforcement
  • Work Order Interpretation
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Team Member Motivation
  • Materials Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Manufacturing
  • Training Needs Assessment
  • Forklift Operation
  • Warehouse Picking
  • Documentation
  • Material Handling
  • Certified Pallet Jack Operator
  • Production Deadline Management
  • Production Reporting
  • Inventory Control
  • Physically Fit and Agile
  • Deadline-Driven
  • Staff Management
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • RF Scanner
  • First Aid Certified
  • General Laborer
  • CPR Training
  • Assembly Line Experience

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Lead

Bigshot Archery
11.2023 - 12.2024

Production Lead

Easton Technical Products
04.2016 - 11.2023

Utility Worker

Tyson Foods
07.2012 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

Dike- New Hartford

Police Science

Hawkeye Community College

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