JOHN POLTE
Ingleside Illinois 60020
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SUMMARY
A team-oriented manufacturing technician with excellent computer skills and 25 years of varied
high-tech experience. Thorough knowledge of the manufacturing process particularly where
keen observation skills are required. Highly flexible self-starter ready to accept new challenges
with a can-do attitude.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BG Staffing Inc. 8/13/2012-6/24/2013
Cold Nut Former
Contractor at Mclean-Fogg
• Set-Up /Operated Nedschroef MM12 and MM8 Multistation Cold Metal Forming
Machines
• Set-Up/Operated San Shing M24 Cold Nut Former
• Sets up machine, observes operation, and inspects first run and sample work pieces to
ensure machining conforms to specifications.
• Reads blueprint or job order for product and job specifications.
• Performs routine lubrication and preventative maintenance inspections as required.
• Assists other machine operators to set up machine.
• Maintains a neat and well-organized work area.
• Other duties as directed by Shift Supervisor or Group Leader
• Pressed dies in and out of die cases.
• Observes all safety rules
Excel Staffing Inc. Roswell Georga 7/09/2012-8/10/2012
Production Operator
Contractor at Siemens Infrastructure & Cities
• Worked as part of an 8 person team on an assembly line producing Smoke detectors
Manpower. Vernon Hills Illinois 4/2012-7/1/2012
SMT Operator
Contractor at Motorola Global New Products Operation
• Set-up/Operated Fuji NXT II Modular SMT Placement Machine, Fuji CP643E Chip-
Shooter and Universal GSM Chip Placing Machines.
• Monitor, plan and execute work orders
• Select feeders, screen and any other equipment necessary.
• Position and secure boards in holding device, machine table or fixtures.
• Performs all necessary repairs and monthly preventative maintenance
• Various other duties as assigned.
Millennium Electronics Inc Crystal Lake Illinois 1/ 2011-8/2011
SMT Operator
• Set-up/Operated, Assembléon AX-5, MG-1, Emerald X and Topaz Chip Placing Machines.
• Monitor, plan and execute work orders and ensure shipping timelines are met.
• Select feeders, screen and any other equipment necessary.
• Position and secure boards in holding device, machine table or fixtures.
• Load proper programs and modify as necessary.
• Observe operation and check product to ensure quality.
• Performs all necessary repairs and monthly preventative maintenance
• Various other duties as assigned.
REO WERKS, Schaumberg, Illinois 2008-7/2010
Truck Mechanic
• Maintained and repaired a fleet of 14 trucks per DOT guide lines
• Passed Illinois Safety Lane
• 9 each 26’ International S1900 7.3 Navistar Diesel
• 5 each 17’ Ford E-350 7.3 Navistar Diesel
GOLD STAR SOLUTIONS, Bannockburn, Illinois 2007-2008
Manufacturing/Operations/Production
SMT Operator
• Set up HSP, GSM and Assembléon AX-5 Chip Placing Machines
• Creates and updates programs for pick and place equipment and reflow ovens.
• Corrects programs and BOM problems.
• Performs all necessary repairs and monthly preventative maintenance.
• Submits visual aid changes to document control.
• Recommends process changes to the Manufacturing Engineer.
LIVORSI MARINE INC, Grayslake, Illinois 2006-2/2007
Manufacturing/Assembly
Bench Assembler
• Assembled World Class Throttle's for Single, Twin or Triple engine applications
• Assembled Gauges, Tachs, and Speedo. Electric and Mechanical
• Assembled wired and tested GPS Antennas
AMCOR FLEXIBLES HEALTHCARE, Mundelein Illinois 2004-8/2005
Set Up Operator
Die setter
• Set-up and operated Pouch and Bag Machines
• Perform all necessary repairs and monthly preventative maintenance.
• Set-up and operate machines according to blue prints and operation sheets
• Inspect work and make basic adjustments; document inspection record logs
• Verify PC count and revision level for current operation
• Various other duties as assigned.
MOTOROLA, Libertyville, Harvard, Illinois 1996-8/2003
SMT Operator
Cellular Operator
• Set up/Operated: Fuji CP643E Chip Shooter and GSM Universal Chip Placing Machines.
Calibrated, Repaired, and Rebuilt Fuji and GSM Feeders
• Assembled 1,540+ radios per 11-hour shift with exact procedures and assured
product Quality through teamwork
• Investigated and analyzed human error defects in cell phone production resulting in 50%
. Reduction in defects maintaining all quality standards and cycle-time reductions
• Quickly and effectively trained ten employees on a five-station model assembly work unit
of Cell phone production line, resulting in ISO 9000 certification
• Assembled cell phones as contractor and then hired as employee.
COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY, Grayslake, Illinois 1994-1997
Computer Lab Assistant
• Tutored students in computer software.
• Refreshed Lab Computers
MACLEAN FOGG, Mundelein, Illinois 1992-1994
Machine Operator
• Set up and operated punch and drill presses.
• Checked products for size, tolerance and torque specifications.
FRIGATE AND OTHER RESTAURANTS, Lake County, Illinois 1986-1992
Maintenance Man and Bartender
• Handled electrical, plumbing, building repairs and installation of piers and boat slips.
• Landscaped grounds.
• Tended Bar.
EDUCATION
College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL
Within 7 hours of Associate Applied Science Degree in Electronics
TRAINING
Diversity Workforce and Sexual Harassment
Hazard Communication and General Safety
Manual Operations – Hand Soldering
Inspection & Handling of Electronic Components & Boards
Quality 1 – Utilizing the Six Steps to Six Sigma
Quality 2 – Introduction to Problem Solving and Statistical Process Control