William Perkinson
White House,TN
Summary
Accomplished Lead Operator known for strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience in new factory startups and process support, committed to driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Results-driven Lead Operator with over 30 years in manufacturing. Expert in problem-solving and team collaboration, successfully mentoring junior operators and streamlining onboarding processes to enhance productivity and safety standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operator
Clopay Plastic Products Co, Berry Plastics, Magnera
Nashville, TN
09.1995 - 10.2025
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery, minimizing downtime and enhancing reliability.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement in operations.
- Developed training materials for new hires, streamlining onboarding procedures.
- Collaborated with management to establish best practices for operational excellence.
I also assisted as process support for new factory startups in Aschersleben, Germany
and Jundiaí, Brazil
Lead Operator
Gallatin Aluminum Products (Ceased Operations) Gapco
Gallatin, TN
1988 - 1995
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Mentored junior operators, providing training on equipment and processes.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to meet production targets effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southport High School
Indianapolis, IN01-1987
Certificate of Technical Studies - Diesel Mechanics
Central Nine Career Center
Greenwood, IN01-1987
Skills
- Team player
- Safety compliance
- Standard operating procedures
- Machine maintenance
- Health and safety
- Troubleshooting
- Workflow optimization
- Production schedule adherence
- Production schedules
- Excellent active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Efficient multitasking
- Issue resolution
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Inspections and reviews
- Machine operation
- Warehouse operations
- Tool operation
- Machine setup
- Production procedures
- Plant safety
- Forklift operation
- Analytical thinking
- Quality assurance
- Production line work
- Teamwork and coordination
- Production operations
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Following instructions
- Punctual and reliable
- Multitasking
- Punctuality
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Lead Operator
Clopay Plastic Products Co, Berry Plastics, Magnera
09.1995 - 10.2025
Lead Operator
Gallatin Aluminum Products (Ceased Operations) Gapco
1988 - 1995
High School Diploma -
Southport High School
Certificate of Technical Studies - Diesel Mechanics
Central Nine Career Center