Jacob McCracken
Savoy
Summary
Self-motivated Production Technician follows safety practices, policies and procedures to consistently drive safe job performance. Disassembles, overhauls and rebuilds equipment with minimal supervision. Working knowledge of machine mechanics and troubleshooting and continuously learns new technologies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician
Plastipak
3310 W Springfield Ave, Champaign, IL 61822
03.2016 - Current
- Write up hourly production reports both on paper and digitally.
- Work with new employees to help them understand what is expected of them and how to operate and fix equipment.
- Operated and maintained production line equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted regular quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for machinery to reduce breakdowns and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Adhered to all safety regulations and protocols while working on the production line.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, following good manufacturing practices (GMP) guidelines.
General Merchandise Associate
Meijer
2500 S. Philo Road. Urbana, IL 61802
05.2010 - 06.2017
- Assisted customers in locating and selecting merchandise, providing exceptional customer service.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, ensuring products were properly displayed and stocked.
- Processed cash, credit card, and mobile payments accurately and efficiently at the point of sale.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals by promoting featured products and upselling when appropriate.
- Performed inventory management tasks such as receiving shipments, restocking shelves, and conducting regular stock checks.
- Utilized product knowledge to answer customer inquiries about features, pricing, availability, etc.
- Provided feedback on popular products or trends observed from customer interactions to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Assisted in setting up promotional displays and signage to attract customers' attention.
- Assisted in conducting physical inventory counts on a regular basis.
- Trained new hires on store policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Managed cash register operations including opening/closing procedures.
- Operated forklift to safely and efficiently transport materials, products, and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper placement of items to prevent damage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Unity High School
1127 County Road 800 N Tolono, IL 6188005-2010
Skills
- Testing and troubleshooting
- GMP implementation
- Materials handling
- Quality control
- Equipment calibration
- Product assembly
- Production optimization
- Production scheduling
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machine operation
- Assembly line experience
Timeline
Production Technician
Plastipak
03.2016 - Current
General Merchandise Associate
Meijer
05.2010 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Unity High School