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THOMAS MONTGOMERY

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

Results-driven Process Operatoion with extensive experience at Steward Advanced Materials, Chattem, Inc. and Burner Systems International excelling in process control and quality inspections. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Skilled in chemical handling and committed to safety protocols, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in high-stakes environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Operator

Steward Advanced Materials
Chattanooga, TN
02.2021 - 07.2026
  • Assisted in loading powders and chemicals for various processes including milling, calcining, chemical treating, drying, screening, and blending. Supported operations by loading essential powders and chemicals for milling, calcining, chemical treatment, drying, screening, and blending tasks. Contributed to the loading of powders and chemicals necessary for milling, calcining, chemical treatment, drying, screening, and blending activities.
  • Executed loading of solvents into tanks, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Operated machinery to ensure consistent production quality and efficiency.
  • Monitored processes to identify deviations and implemented corrective actions promptly.
  • Conducted routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety and operational standards.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and safety protocols.
  • Executed troubleshooting, upkeep, and maintenance procedures on machinery.

Machine Operator 1

Chattem, Inc.
Chattanooga, TN
05.2014 - 04.2020

Executed troubleshooting and maintenance procedures on cappers, slot fillers, and labeling machines.

Executed machine part replacements to ensure optimal setup and functionality.

Executed label modifications for enhanced product visibility and placement.

Executed chemical flushing procedures on machines to prepare for subsequent product production.

Executed pipe replacement to facilitate efficient production setup.

Conducted quality assessments of chemicals to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Verified and recorded chemical badge numbers to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Executed documentation processes for accurate chemical names, badge numbers, and appropriate mass for verification purposes.

Quality Inspector, Laser Systems Operator, Shear O

Burner Systems International
Chattanooga, TN
04.2001 - 05.2014

Inspected parts to ensure quality and identify defects.

Positioned chassis on computer table and established connections to computer for error diagnostics.

Managed documentation processes for parts inventory and tracking.

Operated laser systems to precisely cut sheets of steel into specified shapes and sizes.

Utilized computer systems to process design orders, including order numbers and quantities of orders. Assisted in tracking order details using computer software for efficient processing. Supported design order management through data entry and organization of order quantities.

Executed machine part replacements to ensure optimal setup functionality.

Conducted comprehensive verification of computer programs to guarantee optimal functionality and reliability.

Streamlined documentation processes to enhance verification efficiency.

Operated hand remote and overhead cranes to efficiently transport steel.

Executed steel cutting and organized materials for efficient transport.

Streamlined documentation processes to enhance verification efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kirkman Technical High School
215 Chestnut Street
06-1992

Skills

Standard operating procedures

Process control

Equipment operation

Safety protocols and procedures

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting and repair

Preventive Maintenance

New hire training

Safe equipment operation

Chemical handling

Process improvement

Quality control

Ingredient mixing

Production preparation

Worksite safety

Production operations

Machine operation

Forklift operation

Machine setup and shutdown

Warehouse operations

Machinery operation

Quality inspections and reporting

Equipment maintenance

Equipment setup

Production line work

Quality inspection

Assembly line operations

Raw material loading

Parts assembly

Picking and packing

Palletizing

Product assembly

Material handling

Production error correction

Materials inspection

Material loading and unloading

Timeline

Process Operator

Steward Advanced Materials
02.2021 - 07.2026

Machine Operator 1

Chattem, Inc.
05.2014 - 04.2020

Quality Inspector, Laser Systems Operator, Shear O

Burner Systems International
04.2001 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Kirkman Technical High School
THOMAS MONTGOMERY