Joshua Heaggans
Cincinnati, OH *****
***************@*****.***
Work Experience
Machine Operator
Koch Foods - Fairfield, OH
March 2023 to Present
• Responsible for the set up and operation of cooking equipment.
• Tasks include, but are not limited to; assemble and dismantle all equipment, monitor and ensure product quality making adjustments when necessary to maintain product specifications, and perform the necessary wash down procedures when needed.
• Must be able to inspect the equipment prior to set up for cleanliness and possible mechanical deficiencies.
• Must be able to troubleshoot machinery and keep supervisor and maintenance informed of any machinery which needs to be repaired.
• Must be able to complete all QA checks and documentation accurately to include completion of paperwork.
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions and to adhere to all GMP standards and safety guidelines.
• Must maintain and submit proper paperwork including downtime sheets, weight sheets, raw material usage sheets, product loss forms, and updated specification sheets and HACCP documentation.
• Some paperwork will require basic math skills to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
• Must learn and follow all safety procedures related to the set up and operation of the equipment, including the lock-out/ tag-out procedure.
• Assure that batch, resource, and product change overs are segregated and marked. Machine Operator
Storopack - Fairfield, OH
March 2020 to January 2022
• Perform bench work to bring complex parts with tight tolerance to customer specifications by sawing, sanding with hand tools and machinery, and adjusting parts, as needed, prior to inspection.
• Drill, rivet and assemble parts to close tolerance, utilize measuring devices to gauge and measure proper specifications and conformity of manufactured parts, as well as, determine necessary steps to correct any non-conformance parts processed.
• Work with engineers, managers and quality personnel to resolve problems and ensure conformance parts. Use and interpret complicated prints, drawings and process sheets to perform a variety of layouts, as well as, complete and sign work orders identifying the operations performed.
• Mix alloy and apply alloy powder/paste to parts as required.
• Learn and adhere to required safety standards and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned Machine Operator
Pratt Industries - Statesville, NC
February 2013 to April 2019
• Operates equipment safely and uses safe work habits while performing his job function.
• Accurately records time and materials used on the work order/job traveler and in operating software
• When necessary, accurately records time spent on maintenance or waiting on material in operating software
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Selects and installs correct tooling in order to create the radius that is called for on the drawing.
• Programs and operates CNC or manual Press Brake and adjust the back stops to create multiple identical parts in large quantities
• Uses calibrated measuring tools to verify products are made to the drawing and within tolerances to ensure conformance with customer’s specifications
• Monitors operation of the Press Brake, detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials, troubleshoots issues and notifies supervisor if assistance is required
• Stacks parts in such a manner that they can be easily and safely moved to the next step on the job traveler
• Operates hand and power tools as needed
Performs maintenance when required
• Other duties as required
Machine Operator
Celanese - Florence, KY
June 2018 to March 2019
• Maintaining safety, production, quality, or any other operational issue
• Follow & perform Bill of Materials, Batch Sheets, & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Understands and efficiently performs all phases of mixing operation, including: offloading talc railcars; adding resin to Meyer, Anco, Kelly Mixers from silos; proper setting of resin meters and proper valve operation; weighs raw materials accurately; adding all ingredients and chemicals, including liquids and powders, both automated and by hand
• Package batches in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following SOPs, batch sheets, and verbal directions
• Safely and efficiently operate various styles of mixing equipment, packaging equipment, bulk material transfer equipment, scales, flowmeters and other equipment related to the mixing and packaging of chemicals
• Understands quality expectations relating to the packaging of our products, including fill weights, appearance of packages, and proper labeling
• Understands the Quality Control functions pertaining to mixed product, including viscosity and weight testing
• Perform required calibrations or routine maintenance to equipment in accordance to company procedures including changing resin filters and emptying dust collector
• Ensure accurate documentation & inventory accuracy in accordance to established doctrine
• Use all equipment safely and ensure safe operation of equipment by co-workers
• Maintain clean work areas in accordance with 5S protocol
• Assist in modifying or establishing procedures as needed
• Assist in prevention of quality problems and establishment of solutions for existing issues Education
High school diploma
Statesville High School - Statesville, NC
September 2002 to May 2006
Skills
• Machining
• Quality Control
• Packaging
• Quality Inspection
• Warehouse Experience
• Manufacturing
• Forklift
• Materials Handling
• Order Picking
• Shipping & Receiving
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification