Devaudric C. Franklin
Abbeville
Summary
Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator
Sage Automotive Interiors
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Assembler
ZF Transmissions
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
Caster Operator
Burnstein Von Seelen Precision Castings
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Observed manufacturer instructions when operating plastic molding and casting machines to optimize quality.
- Selected and installed blades, tools or other attachments for each operation.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
Machine Operator
Georgia-Pacific
03.2013 - 05.2019
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abbeville High School
Abbeville, SC05-2008
Skills
- Measurements
- Material prepping
- Hand and power tools
- Fabrication
- Precision cutting
- Measurement verification
- Heavy lifting
- Machinery operation
- Fabrication
- Finishing techniques
- Assembly techniques
- Machinery set up
- Specification reading
- Basic math
- Fusing, cutting, and measuring tools experience
- Small parts assembly
- Problem-solving
- Product assembly
- Temperature monitoring
- Interpersonal communication
- Organizational skills
- Technical understanding
- Machine operation
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Material packaging
- Production management
- Written communication
- Safety procedures
- Professional demeanor
- Self motivation
- Multitasking
- Safety protocols
- Labeling
- Box assembly
- Packing boxes
Timeline
Fabricator
Sage Automotive Interiors
09.2024 - 12.2025
Machine Operator/Assembler
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
10.2023 - 07.2024
Assembler
ZF Transmissions
04.2021 - 09.2023
Caster Operator
Burnstein Von Seelen Precision Castings
05.2019 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
Georgia-Pacific
03.2013 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Abbeville High School