Evita Buford
Milwaukee, WI *****
*************@*****.***
Summary
Hardworking Machine Operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality [Type] products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.
Skills
Machine Operation
Quality Control
Assembly and Production
Assembly Procedures
QC
Experience
June 2021 - December 2023
Master Lock Company - Milwaukee, WI
Machine Operator Assembler
Loaded materials into production machinery according to instructions.
Set up and operated production machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
Trained new staff members in the use of production machinery and safety protocols.
Inspected parts for defects using precision measuring instruments.
Performed necessary quality checks on finished products before shipment.
Cleaned working areas regularly to maintain a safe environment.
Restocked supplies such as screws, nuts, bolts when needed.
Utilized fastening equipment to fasten, package and stack materials and products.
Operated multiple fabricating machines, cutoff saws, shears and forming or spinning machines.
February 2012 - May 2016
Cornerstone - Milwaukee, WI
Modern Injection
Tested manufactured components for conformance to customer specifications.
Replaced worn out or defective components as needed in order to restore functionality.
Assisted with training new employees on the injection molding process.
Resolved technical problems related to plastic injection molding processes.
Checked the quality of molded parts using manual and automated inspection techniques.
Set up injection molds, hoppers, conveyors, dryers and other associated equipment.
Monitored temperature of molten plastics in order to maintain accuracy.
Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move material around the facility as needed.
Cleaned and maintained molds according to established procedures.
February 2011 - November 2014
Staff Partner - Milwaukee, WI
Assembly Line Worker
Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
Ensured work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks on the assembly line.
Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
Operated machinery such as drills, saws and presses to assemble parts.
Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines.
Placed products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting or wrapping.
Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
February 2012 - July 2013
Klement sausage - WI
Fesh Kitchen
Stacked boxes of packaged goods onto pallets for transport or storage purposes.
Weighed, wrapped and labeled meat products.
Weighed, portioned, and packaged meat for individual sale or bulk orders.
Cleaned and sanitized knives, scales, tables, counters and other equipment used during processing.
Assembled boxes and crates to store finished product in the warehouse.
Loaded packed meat into containers for delivery or pickup by customers.
Inspected meat products to identify defects and remove deficient products from line.
Placed prepared, marinated, processed and cut or cubed meat into styrofoam or plastic packs.
Received and stored incoming meat products in refrigerated rooms.
Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
June 2009 - October 2012
McDonald's Restaurant - Milwaukee, WI
Cashier
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
Education and Training
June 2000
James Medicine University Milwaukee, WI
High School Diploma