Teresa Salmeron
Claremont,NC
Summary
Dedicated professional skilled in operational efficiency and technical training. Known for enhancing safety compliance and quality assurance practices, contributing to streamlined production processes and successful team outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Coater Operator
Shurtape
Hickory, North Carolina
08.2011 - Current
- Operated coating machines to apply adhesive on various substrates.
- Monitored production lines to ensure quality and consistency in coatings, minimizing defects and enhancing product reliability.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure optimal coating thickness and finish.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operations.
- Documented production data for compliance and quality assurance records.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and increased safety measures in coating processes.
- Inspected finished products for defects prior to packaging and shipment.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations regarding hazardous waste disposal methods used in the finishing process.
- Assisted supervisors with additional tasks to maintain efficient finishing processes.
- Communicated any issues that arose during production runs promptly with supervisors and team members.
- Provided technical guidance or advice on best practices related to operating various types of coating machinery.
- Trained new hires on proper use of equipment and safety protocols related to coating operations.
- Worked with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve process issues.
- Adjusted nozzles, valves, pumps, and other components of the coating equipment as needed for optimal performance.
- Kept accurate records of production output and material usage for each job run.
- Performed daily pre-start inspections on coating equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Participated in continuous improvement efforts within the department by providing feedback on ways procedures could be improved upon.
- Loaded and unloaded rolls to keep coating machines operating at full capacity.
- Coordinated product changeovers, adjusting equipment and replacing materials to maintain production flow and meet scheduling demands.
- Observed gauges, temperatures and calibration status during operation to quickly handle concerns.
- Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
- Operated equipment and made adjustments to settings to achieve proper quality and adherence to requirements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Horticulture Management
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NCSkills
- Coating operation
- Quality assurance
- Production coordination
- Process improvement
- Equipment operation
- Visual inspection
- Gauge adjustments
- Product examination
- Data documentation
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Waste disposal
- Continuous improvement
- Corrective action implementation
- Problem solving
- Troubleshooting
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Technical training
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
Affiliations
- ERT member for more than 10 years
- EDS-JSA Facilitator for 2+ years and team member for 5+ years.
Timeline
Lead Coater Operator
Shurtape
08.2011 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Horticulture Management
Catawba Valley Community College