Raymond Strong
High Point, NC • 678-***-**** • ***************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Experienced Machine Operator and Press Operator with a strong background in manufacturing, printing, shipping, and retail management. Skilled in machine setup, quality inspection, equipment operation, inventory management, and workplace safety. Proven ability to operate production equipment efficiently, follow work orders accurately, and maintain productivity in fast-paced environments. Skills
• Machine Operation
• Press Operation
• Quality Inspection
• Equipment Maintenance
• OSHA Safety Practices
• Inventory Management
• Shipping & Receiving
• Forklift Operation
• Production Line Operations
• Order Processing
• Packaging & Labeling
• Team Leadership
• Customer Service
• Food Preparation & Safety
Work Experience
Store Manager
Strong Mattress and Bed Outlet Store – High Point, NC August 2024 – Present
• Assist with daily operations and management of family-owned mattress store
• Manage inventory, pricing, and sales promotions
• Handle customer service, phone inquiries, and showroom organization
• Coordinate furniture deliveries and merchandise setup Prep Cook / Cook
Embassy Suites – Greensboro, NC
November 2023 – May 2024
• Prepared ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing food items
• Measured and mixed ingredients according to recipes
• Maintained sanitation and food safety standards
• Rotated and labeled food inventory following health department guidelines Store Manager
Strong Mattress and Bed Outlet Store – High Point, NC June 2021 – September 2023
• Managed inventory, pricing, and sales floor organization
• Unloaded and arranged new merchandise for maximum sales presentation
• Delivered furniture to customers and handled customer inquiries
• Processed sales transactions and answered phones Printer Helper
Box Board Products – Greensboro, NC
January 2020 – April 2021
• Installed printing plates on cylinders and filled ink wells
• Cleaned and changed printing plates during production runs
• Prepared cardboard materials for machine feeders
• Assisted press operators with setup and production tasks Press Operator
International Paper – Tucker, GA
September 2016 – October 2019
• Operated Allstein machines and turret systems
• Monitored unwind and rewind splicer systems
• Inspected paper sheets for quality assurance
• Tagged, taped, and prepared finished products for shipping
• Maintained safe and efficient production processes Specialized Training:
• OSHA Certification
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Equipment Inspection
• Distribution Operations
• Quality Control
Shipping Coordinator
Tyco – Norcross, GA
August 2015 – November 2016
• Processed shipping documentation including bills of lading
• Performed quality control checks on outgoing shipments
• Operated forklifts and unloaded containers
• Managed FedEx and LTL shipments
Machine Operator
Carlyle Compressor – Stone Mountain, GA
September 2010 – February 2015
• Operated hoist systems for commercial compressor production lines
• Conducted quality inspections and equipment maintenance
• Assisted with rebuilds to improve production output
• Met daily production and efficiency goals
Machine Operator
Kraiburg Corporation – Duluth, GA
June 2007 – April 2008
• Operated plastic extrusion equipment including TSK and APV machinery
• Measured and mixed chemical compounds to specifications
• Performed labeling and weight verification tasks Education
High School Diploma
Hope High School – Providence, Rhode Island