Wesley Graves
Tell City,Indiana
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
FPM Supervisor
Domtar
Hawesville, KY
09.2024 - Current
- Notified supervisors or mechanics of equipment malfunctions.
- Evaluated completed products to identify errors and verify conformance with production tolerances.
- Optimized machinery component alignment to meet specifications of each production run.
- Reviewed specification data, production guides and product samples to determine correct machinery setup.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Winder Operator
Domtar
Hawesville, KY
07.2009 - 09.2024
- Notified supervisors or mechanics of equipment malfunctions.
- Evaluated completed products to identify errors and verify conformance with production tolerances.
- Optimized machinery component alignment to meet specifications of each production run.
- Reviewed specification data, production guides and product samples to determine correct machinery setup.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Line Leader
Waupaca
Tell City, IN
03.2006 - 07.2009
- Assessed processes and production lines for proper setup per instructions and procedures.
- Maintained communication across key departments and senior leadership team.
- Monitored employee performance to determine need for additional education and training.
- Safely operated grinder, wheelabrator to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Used computer systems to perform diagnostics on electronic and communications components.
- Provided and promoted solutions to eliminate reoccurring problems.
- Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
- Communicated shift handover information to the incoming shift, so that all parties were aware of what tasks needed to be completed.
Shift Manager
Pizza Hut
Tell City, IN
08.2003 - 02.2008
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
Upholsterer
Best Chairs
Cannelton, IN
06.2004 - 02.2006
- Padded seats and arms with batting and cardboard.
- Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Built as many as 20 different products each week.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Produce Associate
Walmart
06.2003 - 11.2004
- Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Education
Diploma -
Perry Central Jr-Sr High School
Leopold, IN2003
Skills
- Machinery Setup
- Preventive Maintenance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Organizational Strategy
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Production Efficiency
- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Listening
- Equipment Inspection
- Safety Standards
- Employee Performance
- Machine Maintenance
Timeline
FPM Supervisor
Domtar
09.2024 - Current
Winder Operator
Domtar
07.2009 - 09.2024
Line Leader
Waupaca
03.2006 - 07.2009
Upholsterer
Best Chairs
06.2004 - 02.2006
Shift Manager
Pizza Hut
08.2003 - 02.2008
Produce Associate
Walmart
06.2003 - 11.2004
Diploma -
Perry Central Jr-Sr High School