Christopher Dickson
Assembly Line Worker/ Packer/ Grinder Operator
Bartlett, IL
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Work Experience
CEO/Owner
ChrisDoItAll - Bartlett, IL
February 2020 to Present
I run four of my own small business myself, Personal Trainer, Moving Company, Painting Company interior and exterior and catering service.
Unloader/Forklift Operator/material handler
Larson Juhl
September 2019 to June 2021
Unload trailer put away inventory and pick inventory using forklift trucks and cherry picker Assembly Line Worker/ Packer/ Grinder Operator
America NTN Bearing MFG - Elgin, IL
December 2017 to July 2019
Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances. Followed outlined specifications to implement effective assembly plans. Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes. Compared parts to stock lists and material parameters to check compliance and identify non-conforming parts.
Sampled and tested final products to check conformance with production tolerances. Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organized all tools in preparation for next shift. Assisted quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defect parts. Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools. Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality. Strictly followed all safety measures and protocols, enabling department to meet safety rating for consecutively.
Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for items. Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity. Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors. Identified machinery malfunctions by performing and troubleshooting tasks. Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and determined any unnoticed issues. Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items. Used basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details. Analyzed project specifications and other instructions prior to job start to ascertain all tasks and determine
completion dates.
Slitter Operator
Ampac - Hanover Park, IL
September 2017 to December 2017
Checked completed work to identify flaws and sort items by grade. Oversaw feeding, printing and delivery process of press machines to maintain specified levels of operation.
Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms. Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production
orders.
Collected, aligned, cut and slit materials.
Used equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts to safely transport materials and finished products.
Operated press to achieve highest print quality with minimal scrap and high productivity. Promptly removed completed loads from press.
Kept equipment clean, repaired and lubricated to maximize performance. Reviewed completed orders to ensure quality and accuracy. Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety. Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high- quality
products in line with specifications.
Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently. Achieved challenging production goals on consistent basis by optimizing machine operation. Logged, trafficked and updated projects in job management software. Installed plates and wash blankets and verified copy checks, correct ink, scores, and barcodes. Removed excess materials during and after runs and collected for reuse or put into removal bins. Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
Used gauges, calipers and other devices to take measurements and identify problems. Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy, and conformance to provided specifications. Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order. The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre - Hoffman Estates, IL March 2017 to September 2017
Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation. Serviced bathrooms, including cleaning, sanitizing and supply replenishment. Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup. Performed daily evaluations of wells by measuring tank levels, checking flow lines and documenting pressures.
Circulated chemicals and solvents inside processing units each to clean interiors. Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job. Education
Diploma
Lucy Flower High School - Chicago, IL
August 2013
Elgin Community College - Elgin, IL
Skills
• Assembly Worker (5 years)
• Clean Room
• Assembly Line (5 years)
• Microsoft Excel
• Lean Manufacturing
• Troubleshooting
• Forklift (10+ years)
• CNC (8 years)
• Order picker
• Warehouse experience
• Heavy equipment operation
• Warehouse distribution
• Materials handling
• Heavy lifting
• Warehouse supervisor experience