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Zachary Walling

Racine,WI

Summary

Production professional with comprehensive experience in overseeing production lines and enhancing operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving high-quality results. Flexible and reliable, with strong skills in workflow management and process optimization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Line Leader

Cree Lighting
02.2019 - Current
  • Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents, ensuring a secure environment for all team members.
  • Prioritized employee safety to reduce incidents.
  • Maintained high-quality standards by closely monitoring production line outputs and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Conducted morning shift huddles with my team
  • Communicate any down time or any quality issues with my direct supervisor or if need the Value Stream Manager
  • Close out finished skids to allow shipping to move to their designated location.
  • Assist in verifying inventory in my work cell is correct
  • Call in parts for the line as needed

Assembler III

Cree Lighting
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Assisted Line Lead with prepping and printing labels for work orders
  • Filled in on line for other assemblers when needed
  • Filled parts for assemblers when low to reduce the need for them to leave the line to fill said parts


Assembler

Cree Lighting
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
  • Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.

Merchandise Operations Specialist

Petco
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Assisted in the cleaning of companion animal enclosures
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Flow Team Member

Target
08.2014 - 12.2016
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to shifting priorities and accommodating last-minute schedule changes.

Skills

  • Assembly and production
  • Production tracking
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Production goal tracking
  • Work supervision
  • Manufacturing
  • Continuous improvements
  • Defect monitoring
  • Quality control guidelines

Timeline

Production Line Leader

Cree Lighting
02.2019 - Current

Assembler III

Cree Lighting
11.2018 - 02.2019

Assembler

Cree Lighting
08.2017 - 11.2018

Merchandise Operations Specialist

Petco
07.2016 - 08.2017

Flow Team Member

Target
08.2014 - 12.2016
Zachary Walling