Objective
Focused plant operator/ leader committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations. Customer oriented Operator focusing on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime costs and maximizing overall plant efficiency.
Summary of Qualifications
OSHA regulatory knowledge
Excellent hand-eye coordination
Deadline-driven
Strong leader
Process improvements
Fast Learner
Follow verbal direction
Proficient in Microsoft windows
Mechanical aptitude proficient
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Perform quality test using analytical tools
Team Leadership
Trained on GMP standards
Education
Western Governors University Salt Lake City, Utah
M.S. Management and Leadership
Voorhees College Denmark, South Carolina
B.S. Business Administration 1994
Experience
Kemper Life- 2015 to present.
Recommending products & closing sales
Prospecting and vetting for sales opportunities.
Collecting premiums from policyholders.
Keeping & accounting records for processing paperwork.
Parkdale Mills Graniteville, SC
Packer 06/2022-02/2023
Responsible for manually packing the machines.
assigned.
• Inspect each package for quality.
• Document & reject packages
• Inspect and signoff complete pallets of product, label and identify by product code.
• Pay attention to yarn sizes/small/medium/large/cotton
• Learn all product codes and weights: • Bring pallets to the APL line for processing and enter into the system by entering the PC.
• Responsible for entering all pallets and removing the pallets once they are conditioned, wrapped and
strapped.
• Re-creel packages too damaged for repair
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. Aiken, South Carolina
Suspension Crimp/ Pack-Out Operator 5/2011-2015
Implemented process changes; for example (changing machinery to manufacture the product into correct component changing temperature, assuring the right material for the product, and inputting data into computer for proper process changes)
Procured materials and supplies to complete daily tasks
Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples. (Quality, Safety, Thickness, Durability)
Conduct safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures
Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and
functionality
Evaluate procedures and results for accuracy and determine appropriate next steps
Assisted machine operators with finished pieces by bringing the machine back online and ensuring that it meets quality, safety and process capabilities
Coordinate and maintain necessary level of communications between shifts through shift meetings
Responsible for achieving production requirements
Ensure that all quality and safety guidelines are followed
Ensure products are produced on time and of good quality
Monitor product standards and quality-control programs
Set and monitor product standards by examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to
ensure the quality of all finished products
Operate manual and packaging equipment
Troubleshoot machines to minimize downtime and waste
Followed OSHA, GMP and written policies
Newman Technology Aiken, South Carolina
Machine Operator 07/2010-05/2011
Verified label in container for parts and quantity
Inspected for defects and weld conditions
Painted for touch up
Tagged non-conforming parts and placed in appropriate disposal containers
Placed parts in container for next processing step
Other jobs Include: Engine guard, A-Arm, Carrier, Muffler and Door assembly using robotic welder
South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce Barnwell, South Carolina
Help Desk Specialist 02/2010-6/2010
Provided greeting and routing information to customers visiting the local office
Recruited potential applicants for WIA program over view session at the point of entry
Directed customers to appropriate workshops, interviews, training, and core resource computer programs and services.
Provided customers with paperwork to complete job searches, claims, and WIA applications
Assisted customers with resumes, job searches, and completing application if needed
Operated telephone console to receive incoming calls and relaying connections to the appropriate unemployment, employment service or WIA staff for service
Made copies and faxed documents to employers or other agencies to help individuals attain employment
Assembled and issued brochures, packets, fliers, and letters to inform customers of upcoming events, unemployment, and economic changes, job fairs in the community
Maintained and submitted weekly charts to WIA supervisor for service
Submitted daily and monthly agency service totals to Area Director for service pattern tracking
Hubbell Power System Inc. Aiken, South Carolina
Assembler 08/2008-12/2009
Managed the process of Porcelain casting assembly
Verified and documented liquid sulfur results each hour to ensure quality assurance
Milliken & Company Barnwell, South Carolina
Jet Operator 03/2007-07/2008
Managed the process of washing and drying cloths using a proprietary computer application.
Tug Operator
Mohawk Industries Ulmer, South Carolina
Warehouse/Pack-out 07/2003-03/2007
Recorded information for waste report and entered data for tickets after yarn has been weighed using the forklift
Other jobs includes: Spinning and Twisting
EFCO Inc. Barnwell, South Carolina
Pre-Stager 12/2000-06/2003
Staged work for the paint line used material in the manufacturing of windows, including data entry, inventory accuracy and blue print reading.
Lead Person
Worked in shipping area for the Park Chester Project, responsible for employees loading windows for shipment
Meeting weekly deadlines and assuring that all paperwork was accurate and complete
Other jobs includes: Quality Control