Nathan McConnell
Carthage, MO ***** • ********************@*****.*** • 417-***-****
Professional Summary
* ******* ** ****-*****, physically demanding environments 2 Experienced with warehouse operations, freight handling, and machine operation 3 Reliable, safety-focused, and productivity driven 4 Highly trainable with strong work ethic
Work Experience
Machine Operator – Cardinal Scales Detecto (Webb City, MO) (12/07/2025–02/03/2026) 1 Operated and monitored production machinery to ensure accurate machining and consistent output 2 Performed routine setup, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting to maintain production flow 3 Inspected parts and finished products for defects, tolerances, and quality compliance 4 Maintained strict cleanliness of machines, tools, and work areas to meet safety and production standards 5 Followed standard operating procedures and safety guidelines to reduce waste and downtime Reason for Leaving: Terminated following a machine malfunction that caused product waste and was incorrectly attributed as operator fault.
Solid Surface Designs, Inc. (SSD) – SawJet Operator (03/2024–03/2025) 1 Operated SawJet cutting equipment while monitoring machine performance and minimizing downtime 2 Loaded and positioned material using vacuum lift systems 3 Inspected materials for defects and dimensional accuracy 4 Performed secondary finishing and corrective processes as required 5 Maintained a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work area Reason for Leaving: Position eliminated due to company layoffs Subway – Sandwich Artist (06/2023–01/2024)
1 Worked efficiently during high-volume, fast-paced shifts 2 Maintained strict cleanliness, food safety, and operational standards 3 Executed tasks accurately under constant time pressure Walmart – Overnight Stock Associate (2023)
1 Unloaded and stocked freight on strict deadlines 2 Handled heavy lifting and palletized product
3 Corrected inventory placement issues independently Lowe’s – Unloader / Stocker (2020–2021)
1 Unloaded trucks and sorted product by department 2 Stocked shelves and assisted team to meet productivity goals Key Skills
1 Warehouse operations
2 Heavy lifting and freight handling
3 Pallet jack and forklift experience
4 Machine and CNC operation
5 Blueprint reading and precision measurement
6 Time management and safety compliance
Education & Certification
1 Trade School – Machine Shop, Lamar Career & Technical Center 2 NIMS Certification – Hand & CNC Machining
3 High School Diploma – Lamar High School