Markel Devon Ellis

Milwaukee, WI *****

Email: adt80o@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 414-***-****

Summary: Highly motivated team player seeking a production position where I may utilize my skills and experience to meet production demands. Very eager to succeed associate who takes pride in achieving the goals outlined in the production itineray, by producing quality products.

Education: St. Anne High School St. Anne, IL. Diploma 2007

Job History:

Hampel Corp Germantown, WI. Machine Operator 9/2021-Present

•Read and understand production shop orders (including visual work instructions), interpret and use the instructions they provide.

•Safe and accurate use of hand tools (including: routers, drills, cutting tools, and finishing tools) for the purpose of finishing, cleaning or deburring parts.

•Understand basic thermoformer controls and run production (ability to load and unload machines).

•Safe operation of band saws for pretrimming or cutting up scrap.

•Use and understand basic measuring tools including tape measures, scales (rulers), and heat guns.

•Keep accurate records and entries in the data collection system, QC reports and Day By the Hour Reports.

•Contributes continuous improvement ideas regularly.

•Operate CNC/robotic trimming equipment safely including stopping/starting machines.

•Participate and promote 5S procedures and practices.

Campbell Soup Company Franklin,WI. Packaging Machine Operator 6/2020-9/2021

•Maintain shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications)

•Read production schedule and plans accordingly.

•Read and interprets schedule in MicroStrategy.

•Able to print labels on different printers, choosing correct program for each printer; move eye and clean printers.

•Perform nitrogen testing.

•Efficiently maintains the operation of packaging machinery by monitoring codes, dates and prices.

•Maintain an adequate supply of roll stock and ensures all packaging materials are available for each machine.

•Set up and write new programs for bag makers.

•Write and/or edits machine micro logic as needed to maintain an efficient and low waste operation.

•Creating and modifying code dates.

•Perform preventative maintenance on equipment. Sets up and makes minor scale repairs and adjustments.

•Perform span calibration and/or adjustments on scales, adjust scales linkages so it opens and shuts correctly, make minor adjustments to formers.

•Efficiently operates packaging equipment which may include case sealers and robot cells. This includes but is not limited to: machine setups, troubleshooting, changeovers, proper running, procedural adjustments, sanitation cleanup, preventative maintenance and shutdown.

•Properly plans ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changing from one product item to another.

•Monitor and adjusts each machine to ensure proper cut off of film and bags have proper end seals and back seals as required.

•Ensure machines are running at standard speeds.

•Monitor product appearance and adheres to weight control program.

•Identify and resolves packaged product quality issues.

•Properly accounts for product run off and handles this product accordingly; sorts through and reworks all good product

•Keep machines and work areas clean, wipes packaging machines off and blows down area when required to do so.

•Immediately reports any maintenance problems to appropriate technician and/or supervisor.

•Practice and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.

•Store supplies in designated areas.

•Keep work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; removes trash from work area floor.

•Follow instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights; identifies/reports issues with equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.

•Maintain shift documentation (i.e., Metal Detector and Batch Order Verifications).

•May provide leadership and direction to packers.

•May be qualified to perform as Back-up Packaging Coordinator, or other technical/skilled position.

•Monitor and replenish seasoning on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product.

•May perform other duties as required.

Grede Wauwatosa, WI Production Operator 1/2018-4/2020

•Perform a variety of duties throughout the plant including but not limited to work in melt, mold line, and cleaning

•Exhibit outstanding safety practices every day evidenced by outstanding housekeeping at all times

•Extend treatment to all other employees of the Company as individuals with the courtesy and dignity shown to customers

•Exceed customer quality and service expectations through attention to detail

•Exercise maximum care to protect the environment by encouraging and supporting responsible operating procedures

•Secure proper tools for each task

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. West Allies, WI. Assembly/Material Handler 3/2016-11/2017

•Transport raw materials, parts and components to their proper locations to ensure organization and efficiency.

•Pack and/or crate completed parts, assemblies, or components for shipment to customers following conventional packaging practices appropriate for the situation.

•Load finished products for shipment onto trucks or delivery vehicles, ensuring the safety and security of the loading and unloading process.

•Operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count material.

•Perform routine inspections on forklift trucks to ensure safe operating condition.

•Participate in annual physical inventories.

•Maintain a clean and organized work area with the ability operate lifting equipment safely and responsibly.

•Create, complete, and maintain any required computer transactions, paperwork, and documents, etc.

•Ensure work responsibilities are completed daily, including working overtime as needed.

•Help other Departments as needed to meet deadlines.

•Helps drive and support BCT’s Culture and Core Values.

Deltrol Controls Milwaukee, WI Production Assembler 8/2014-1/2016

•Perform highly repetitive assembly operations in accordance with standardized methods on small, lightweight units.

•Few parts are involved and usually confined to sub-assembly jigs, screwdrivers, nut runners, power tools, arbor presses which are hand or hydraulic operated, spinners, etc., incidental to operations.

•Train peers on assembly operations when asked.

•Assist with any function needed in the shop area.

•Comply with all aspects of the safety program.

Cascades Brook, IN. Packer 4/2011-6/2014

•Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, environmental compliance and follow all PPE and food regulation requirements and standards.

•Sort, grade, weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications.

•Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups or plugged dryers and stackers.

•Shovel, sweep, or otherwise clean work areas.

•Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.

•Load materials and products into package processing equipment.

•Clean containers, materials, supplies, or work areas, using cleaning solutions and hand tools.

•Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.

•Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.

•Remove completed or defective products or materials, placing them on moving equipment, such as conveyors.

•Work with various plastic bundle wrapping machines when assigned.

•Hand stack product as needed.

•Work in all conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)

•Comply with the plant’s food packaging safety system.

Flander Momence, IL. Forklift Operator/Material Handler 1/2009-3/2011

•Maintained Inventory at production line

•Loading and Unloading shipments

•Verified paperwork for shipments

•Maintained forklift and work areas

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. Lowell, IN. Picker/Packer 8/2007-11/2008

•Package various types of products on a production line

•Inspect products to assure quality

•Label products and packages

•Lift and move light packages / boxes prior to shipping

•Meet daily production goals

•Follow all company policies, procedures and good manufacturing practices

•Assist with various warehouse and production projects

•Maintain a clean, safe work environment

Skills:

•Forklift (Stand-up)

•Machine Operator

•Assembly

•Handtools

•Blueprints

•Picker/Packer

•RF Gun

•Data Entry

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