Seasoned Machine Operator offering experience in high-volume assembly line production. Dedicated to rigorous inspection with commitment to follow-through and preventive maintenance. Knowledgeable in use of equipment, welding, and operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Prestige Farms
01.2023 - 11.2023
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Production Welder
Mancur SC
03.2018 - 09.2021
Prepared materials for welding by cleaning metal surfaces with scrapers and grinders, removing tough spots.
Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
Watched production lines for consistent errors and reported problems to supervisor.
Used micrometers and calipers to inspect grooves, angles and gap allowances.
Used combination squares, straightedges and calipers to lay out and align work pieces.
Monitored work area and equipment functionality and reported safety issues to management for effective resolution.
Palletizer Operator
Diamond Pet Foods
05.2016 - 03.2018
Stocked and sorted packaging and replenished supplies to achieve consistent productivity levels.
Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
Calibrate scales to dump correct amount of feed into bags.
CNC Operator
Akebono
06.2015 - 04.2016
Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
Verified appropriate product lubrication and cooling throughout machine operation.
Manufacturing Operator
Koyo Bearings
07.2009 - 05.2015
Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Calibrated, tested and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Machine Operator
Dayco Products
06.2007 - 05.2009
Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
Calibrated, tested and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishopville High School
Bishopville, SC
05.1996
Skills
Equipment safety
Specification understanding
Attention to Detail
Tool repair and maintenance
Structural welding
Equipment operation
Machine Operation
Safety processes and procedures
Timeline
Machine Operator
Prestige Farms
01.2023 - 11.2023
Production Welder
Mancur SC
03.2018 - 09.2021
Palletizer Operator
Diamond Pet Foods
05.2016 - 03.2018
CNC Operator
Akebono
06.2015 - 04.2016
Manufacturing Operator
Koyo Bearings
07.2009 - 05.2015
Machine Operator
Dayco Products
06.2007 - 05.2009
High School Diploma -
Bishopville High School
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