Production/machine operator

CHARLIE STRAND

Mesa, AZ. Contact Phone # 602-***-**** ********@*****.***

SUMMARY

Hands-on Machine Operator offering 5 years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines. SKILLS

Power and Hand Tools Teamwork and Coordination

Strong Work Ethic Good Communication

Machine Maintenance Cycle Counts Machine Operation Production Equipment Production Line Work

ExperienceProduction Processes Workplace Safety

Knowledge Safe Machine Operation

Quality Control Problem-Solving

PPE Compliance Punctual and Dependable

Manufacturing Experience Attention to Detail

Reading and Determined Machinery Operations Measurements EXPERIENCE

05/2015 to 12/2020 Machine Operator

Wahl Clipper Corporation- Sterling, IL

● Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.

● Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.

● Reads and understands blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.

● Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs to forward to management and maintenance personnel.

● Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment longevity and cut costs.

● Utilized fastening equipment to fasten, package and stack materials and products. Manipulated controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.

● Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.

● Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.

● Increased line efficiency and reduced accidents through 5S program implementation.

● Identified and helped resolve nonconforming product issues to support accurate order fulfillment.

● Discovered and fixed root causes of issues negatively impacting production performance.

● Boosted productivity and efficiency for staff in solution implementation.

● Performed basic equipment repairs and replaced parts.

● Monitored machine operations and observed control panels and gauges to identify malfunctions. 02/2021 to 08/2022 Line Operator

TreeHouse Foods Inc.- Dixon, IL

● Adhered to company safety policies and procedures regarding proper food safety and sanitation.

● Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.

● Checked malfunctioning equipment and applied troubleshooting measures to get machines back up and running.

● Recorded production data for each product batch, including ingredients used, time cycles and temperatures. 11/2022 to 05/2023 Laser Machine Operator

Rotary Airlock- Dixon, IL

● Set up and maintained Beam Center for laser operations throughout program run time

● Set up gas levels and changed out the Laser Window when necessary

● Loaded programs into the machine, ensuring proper use and quality is maintained throughout process

● Loaded and unloaded sheets of various steel, w various thickness according to program, parts lists, and proper blueprint specifications

● Lean Process Team Leader

● Deburring parts w hand tools, grinders, to ensure great customer satisfaction for finished parts.

● Loaded and unloaded remnant pieces in a FIFO organizational system. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

05/2003 Graduate High School Diploma

Rock Falls High School- Rock Falls, IL

Some College (No Degree): Business

Sauk Valley Community College- Dixon, IL

05/2023-01/2024-

I received unemployment from Rotary Airlock. There was a complete shift cut due to lack of work

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