YAW BOADI ACHEAMPONG
Summary
Production professional with extensive experience in operating blow molding and packaging machinery. Demonstrates commitment to safety and quality through proactive problem-solving and routine maintenance. Collaborates effectively with team members to enhance production processes and minimize downtime.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Blow Mold Operator
MOALA
Landover, Maryland
03.2022 - 03.2026
- Operated blow molding machines to produce plastic containers efficiently.
- Monitored production line for quality control and safety compliance.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and adjustments.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes.
Filler Machine Operator
Diageo
Halethorpe, MD
03.2018 - 06.2023
- Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
- Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items and cut stencils and stencil information on containers such as lot numbers or shipping destinations.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions
- Sorted and weighed products after packaging to assess quality, identify defects and grade resulting items
- Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines
- Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors
- Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items
- Sealed products by applying appropriate fastenings and ties and confirmed seal integrity to prevent product and packaging damage
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items and cut stencils and stencil information on containers such as lot numbers or shipping destinations
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
Depalletizer Operator
PepsiCo
CHEVERLY, MARYLAND
09.2001 - 06.2018
- Prepared finished orders by pulling, packing, wrapping and securing products.
- Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
- Operated pallet jack to pull orders out of storage areas.
- Interpreted production and delivery schedule to stack product in correct order for loading and delivery.
- Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
- Read blueprints and used tape measure to measure wooden pieces.
- Supplied loading equipment and team members with empty pallets.
- Controlled palletizer to arrange packages on pallet and transfer load to storage or delivery platform.
- Prepared finished orders by pulling, packing, wrapping and securing products
- Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates
- Positioned battens, cardboard strips and metal strapping around bundles following written instructions
- Readjusted and realigned guides of sanding, cutting and boring machines to correct defects in finished products
- Transferred loaded pallets onto delivery or storage areas
- Measured dimensions of bundles with ruler to cut battens to size with power saw
- Loaded products onto pallet
- Used nail claws to remove nails from incorrectly nailed pallets
- Operated pallet jack to pull orders out of storage areas
- Read blueprints and used tape measure to measure wooden pieces
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards
- Operated equipment controls console for sorting, transferring and stacking pallets
Machine Operator
PepsiCo
Hyattsville, Maryland
09.2001 - 01.2014
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Operated machinery for beverage production in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure quality and efficiency standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to prevent downtime and failures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and workflows.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and operational guidelines at all times.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures effectively.
- Documented production data accurately for reporting and analysis purposes.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
KOSS
GHANA WEST AFRICA06-1990
Skills
- Quality control
- Shipment loading
- Item packaging
- Machine adjustment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Stock management
- Written Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- PPE Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Google Workspace
- Active Listening
- Cultural Awareness
- Self-Motivated
- MS Office
Accomplishments
OVERALL BEST MACINE OPERATOR 20210 AT PEPSICO
Timeline
Blow Mold Operator
MOALA
03.2022 - 03.2026
Filler Machine Operator
Diageo
03.2018 - 06.2023
Machine Operator
PepsiCo
09.2001 - 01.2014
Depalletizer Operator
PepsiCo
09.2001 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
KOSS