Santani Cotton

Frisco, TX *****

ad1tqp@r.postjobfree.com

940-***-****

Dedicated Production Machine Operator and team player with 15 years of experience. Looking for a new professional position with room for growth. Willing to learning, growing, and succeeding. Knows how to diagnose and repair equipment. Dedicated to ensuring workplace safety and compliance with OSHA regulations. Dedicated to meeting and exceeding production targets, as well as quick learning and efficiency. To reduce downtime, skilled in machine diagnostics and repair. Dependable and conscientious, with a keen eye for detail.

Work Experience

Machine Operator

International Paper - Carrollton, TX

January 2023 to November 2023

Kept equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks like lubricating and cleaning components.

Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template. Followed company and OSHA safety rules and regulations when it came to machine maintenance and work area cleanliness.

Dismantled machinery to gain access to worn components, remove them, and replace them in order to keep production within acceptable tolerances.

Checked the functionality and quality of products and subassemblies. Conducted routine quality inspections and kept track of the results. Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose. I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines.

Investigated machine problems and made necessary adjustments. Forklift Operator

EMLS - Denton, TX

March 2022 to November 2022

Filled out inspection logs at the start of each shift. All skids are wrapped and empty skids are stacked. Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner. Increased team efficiency by using forklifts, cranes, and other equipment to move materials. Loaders, hand trucks, forklifts, and cranes were all used in a safe and efficient manner. Oversaw warehouse operations and ensured that proper shipping procedures were followed. Was in charge of transporting inventory items to their proper locations. Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency. Checked the incoming freight in the staging area every day. Weighed materials and documented the results on tags, labels, and production schedules. Drove industrial vehicles and equipment that moved goods and materials, loaded and unloaded designated trailers, and routed trucks.

Kept track of everything.

Daily forklift safety checklists were completed by me. Forklift Operator

Uline Shipping Supplies - Coppell, TX

June 2021 to December 2021

Was in charge of transporting inventory items to their proper locations. Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency. Organized and secured stored materials and parts in a designated area. Weighed materials and documented the results on tags, labels, and production schedules. Drove industrial vehicles and equipment that moved goods and materials, loaded and unloaded designated trailers, and routed trucks.

Stack and store merchandise where it belongs.

Was in charge of loading, transporting, and stacking materials. Picked up trash, swept the floor, and wiped down the equipment at the end of each shift. Filled out inspection logs at the start of each shift. Forklift Operator

Educational Products, Inc - Carrollton, TX

June 2021 to August 2021

All skids are wrapped and empty skids are stacked. Filled out inspection logs at the start of each shift. Received, stored, and shipped products in a safe and efficient manner. Received cargo by manually unloading trucks.

Kept track of everything.

Machine Operator

Cooper Tire & Rubber Company - Tupelo, MS

September 2020 to April 2021

Kept equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks like lubricating and cleaning components.

Gathered parts for assembly.

Set precise feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.

Was in charge of the entire production and assembly process. Made sure the production area was safe and accident-free. Conducted routine quality inspections and kept track of the results. Identified malfunctions or failures and troubleshoot issues by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.

Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose. I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines.

Set up and operated a variety of machine tools and jigs to create precision parts while keeping track of job completion times.

Forklift Operator

Mercedes Benz - Vance, AL

January 2020 to September 2020

Noted the receipt of materials on the drivers' paperwork. Receiving sheets, computer printouts, and both written and verbal instructions were all translated by me. Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for the best project availability. Drove industrial vehicles and equipment that moved goods and materials, loaded and unloaded designated trailers, and routed trucks.

Kept track of everything.

Daily forklift safety checklists were completed by me. Stack and store merchandise where it belongs.

Prepare and stage skids for outbound shipments.

Was in charge of loading, transporting, and stacking materials. Used a radio frequency (RF) unit to enter product information and location. Secured loads to prevent items from shifting or being damaged. Had zero safety violations and always met the deadlines for loading trailers. Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and protocols to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping. Scaffold Builder

K2 Construction - Columbus, MS

January 2017 to November 2019

Followed company procedures to keep the work environment clean and organized. Consistently took on additional responsibilities and worked long hours to meet project deadlines. Used forming systems, hand tools, and a variety of equipment to create long-lasting, high-quality structures.

Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to the machine. Followed protocols and stayed organized to ensure personal and teammate safety. Used hand tools to replace worn cutting tools.

Filled chipped, cracked, and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections.

Assisted crews with pipe joining, wrapping, and sealing. Scaffold Builder

World Scaffold, LLC - Ocean Springs, MS

June 2013 to January 2017

Carried roofing materials up ladders by hand.

Finished deconstructing existing structures and prepared the ground for new construction. Erected ladders, scaffolding, and hoists to transport supplies to roofs. Cleaned all installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites, and storage areas with chemical solutions and polishing machines.

Used a variety of tools to cut metal components to the required lengths, including metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.

Hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments, and electronic testing devices were among the hand and power tools I used.

Worked around live machinery and ongoing operations to complete scaffolding projects on time and on budget.

Used power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes, drill presses, forklifts, and basic hand tools, among other things.

Kept my supervisor informed about operational issues and changes on a regular basis. Education

Noxubee County High School - Macon, MS

2003

Skills

• Organization Logistics

Exceptional organizational skills Assembly and production Regulatory compliance Manufacturing

Team building Backhoe Operation

Extremely quick learner Material Handling

Maintenance and repair Construction

Assembly line production Clamp Truck

Production procedures Warehouse

Supply chain distribution

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