DONALD TAYLOR
Suffolk, VA *****
***********@******.***
Professional Summary
I am a creative professional with extensive project experience from concept to development. I have over 16 years experience in an industrial setting. My ability to be an observant and fast learner are two of my greatest characteristics. I am interested in expanding my skills and I look forward and welcome the opportunity to work with your company.
Willing to relocate to: Virginia
Work Experience
Machine Operator/Processor
Massimo Zanetti Beverage-Suffolk, VA
Present
Run a bean packaging machine. Which runs on a conveyor line. Machine also box beans, seals box and runs on belt to warehouse. I also use various computers and applicators to start, run and shout down machine. Troubleshooting is a must which I’m skilled in. Lead Plate Technician
ProAmpac-Suffolk, VA
February 2008 to November 2023
Responsible for mounting plates, keeping inventory of materials such as sheets of film, plates, mounting sleeves and plate cylinders. Review, retrieve, correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties. Determine materials, tools and equipment needed for product orders. Interpret prints, drawings, and sketches. Assess work for errors or compliance issues and make corrections and modifications when necessary. Verify all work is in compliance with sales orders and customer requirements. Heaving lifting of equipment. I’ve also trained incoming plate technicians and did lead team requirements for my department. Also drove box truck back and forth from our home plant to our other warehouse moving materials that needed to be shipped. (Non CDL) Assisted in giving out assignments and tasks for the work week. Did inspections for materials quality inbound and outbound. Checked for defective products before releasing for shipment. Worked closely with Supervisor, Production Manager, Plant Manager and Shipping Department.
Assembly Technician
Stihl Inc.-Virginia Beach, VA
January 2005 to January 2008
Responsible for assembling components with hand and power tools on an assembly line. Also certified and skilled forklift operator. Determine materials, tools and equipment needed for product orders. 63J Army Quartermaster and Chemical Repairer
Department of Defense, United States Army
February 1998 to August 2002
I worked on turbine engines mounted on military vehicles. Any shower units that were brought out to field exercise training. Also did chemical detection’s in training exercises or in wartime if called upon. Education
High School Diploma
Western Branch High school-Chesapeake, VA
1996
Certificate
Clemson University-Clemson, SC
Skills
• Inspection of plates, sleeves, and equipment. (10+ years)
• Strapped down pallets using various knots.
• Quality systems
• Manufacturing (10+ years)
• Testing various types of equipment ensuring that they work adequately and to specifications.
• Pallet jack (10+ years)
• Power tools
• Computer proficient (10+ years)
• Reach lift operator
• Fork-lift driver
• Computer skills (10+ years)
• Basic math
• English
• Strong initiative (10+ years)
• CGMP
• Driving (10+ years)
• Warehouse management
• Warehouse experience (10+ years)
• Assembly (5 years)
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certification
Driver's License