S O F I A H O W E Y
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Topeka, Ks 66614
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hardworking Manufacturing professional brings 10 year history of supporting production with effective troubleshooting, diagnosis and task prioritization. Identifies malfunctions or errors and implements quick solutions to reduce downtime. GMP certified with proficiency in inventory management and production scheduling. Industrious Manufacturing Technician with years of experience in production environments. Enforces adherence to production schedules and maintains accurate documentation of daily output to inform workflow decisions. Certified forklift operator and expert problem-solver with firm command of OSHA protocols and good manufacturing practices.
SKILLS
Workflow coordination Good manufacturing practices Process improvement Production records
Safety protocols Troubleshooting and diagnosis
Update logs Calibrate settings
Organize workflows Maintain safety
Increase production efficiency Prepare layouts
Set up equipment Read diagrams
Test machinery Troubleshoot malfunctions
Materials specification Compliance monitoring
Production optimization Safety monitoring
Technical training
EXPERIENCE
Manufacturing Technician, Hills pet nutrition, Jul 2021 Current, Topeka, Ks Operations of a small can label pet foods machine line. Operations of a mini can label machine line.
Developed improvement methods and practices to increase quality and productivity Adhered to all documented manufacturing procedures and good manufacturing practices.
Freight Handler, Receiving, Home depot distribution, Jul 2021 May 2022, Topeka, Ks Loaded and unloaded trucks manually or using Material Handling Equipment (MHE). Tagged pallets of merchandise with identifying information. SH
Aug 1982
Tracked freight using handheld scanners to monitor movement through distribution network.
Separated product by SKU, product number, or quantity and broke down pallets. Used hand-held scanner to record operating data for products and quantities. Installed protective strapping, bracing and padding to prevent damage and shifting during transport.
Labeled boxes and prepared freight for shipment.
Transported items within warehouse using equipment such as hand trucks, pallets jacks and forklifts.
Safely operated forklifts, overhead cranes and hoists to move heavy containers and pallets.
Strapped and braced freight to stabilize and prevent shifting or damage to load. Read from pick lists and accurately located products. Printer machine Technician, Mars chocolate, Jul 2017 Apr 2020, Topeka, Ks Established proper operation of equipment by performing regular maintenance and repairs.
Troubleshot equipment malfunctions to identify and correct the root issues. Tested repaired equipment to verify that repairs were accurate and complete. Programmed computer-controlled equipment to accurately press, trim and shape parts.
Disassembled and reassembled machinery regularly while assessing problems, removing parts and replacing worn components.
Maintained regular maintenance schedule to keep equipment functioning properly, including cleaning, lubricating and calibrating parents. Kept detailed documentation of all repair actions and materials used for tracking purposes.
Utilized downtime to perform routine tasks, preventing service delays. EDUCATION
Hih school
Neuces canyon high school Barkdale, Tx