Tommy Kabua
Portland
Summary
Hands-on machine operator offering a year and half of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines.
Organized Operator provides strong organizational and analytical skills. Specialized expertise in data management, analysis and communication. Thorough understanding of government mandates that dictate workplace safety enforcement. Committed Materials Handler experienced in moving and arranging materials in warehouse settings. Detail-oriented in documentation and thorough in following safety standards. Commended for preventing damage to loads by remaining aware of surroundings. Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation and maintenance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Flex Support
Taylor Made Labels
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Assembler
Gerber Gear
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
Material Handler
Johnstone Supply
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Machine Operator
Plastic-Metals Tech Inc
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose with facility production processes.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshall Islands High School
Marshall Islands06-2017
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Production tracking
- Safety auditing
- Team building
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Assembly and production
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Process control
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Machining and production standards
- Peer training
- Communication skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Flex Support
Taylor Made Labels
01.2026 - 03.2026
Assembler
Gerber Gear
08.2025 - 10.2025
Material Handler
Johnstone Supply
06.2025 - 08.2025
Machine Operator
Plastic-Metals Tech Inc
02.2024 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Marshall Islands High School