John James
Millstadt
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Package Tech
The Material Works
Red Bud
07.2024 - Current
- Operated machinery and equipment in compliance with safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Greased mechanical parts with lubrication to achieve smooth and regular functionality.
- Took measurements and evaluated dimensions of surrounding area to correctly install new machinery.
Manufacturing Operator, Lift Truck Operator
International Paper
Belleville
04.1999 - 07.2024
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality paper products efficiently.
- Monitored production lines for consistent quality and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment and safety protocols.
- Followed established procedures to handle materials safely and accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to comply with safety regulations.
- Reported equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime risks.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed at all times during operation of machinery.
- Assisted in training new operators on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
- Inspected finished products for defects or deviations from specifications before packaging them for shipment.
- Adjusted machine settings as needed to maintain product quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and quality inspections.
- Prepared paperwork associated with product shipments accurately and timely.
- Operated machinery to manufacture products in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored production lines for quality and consistency during operations.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and minor repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure workplace for all employees.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and materials regularly.
- Kept work area clean and organized according to established guidelines.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications or customer requirements.
- Replaced worn tools, blades, or other parts as needed on machines.
- Performed daily maintenance on machines, including cleaning and lubrication.
- Monitored feed rates, temperatures, pressures, and other variables throughout the production process.
- Loaded raw materials into hoppers for processing by the machines.
- Verified that all necessary supplies were stocked for uninterrupted production flow.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Operated lift trucks to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Inspected equipment and performed routine maintenance to ensure safe operation.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring proper handling of materials and goods.
- Adhered to safety protocols, reducing risks in high-traffic warehouse environments.
- Trained new operators on best practices for lift truck operation and safety measures.
- Maintained clean work areas, promoting a safe and organized warehouse environment.
- Moved pallets within warehouse locations as required.
- Transported goods between various departments in the facility utilizing the lift truck.
- Operated forklift safely and efficiently throughout entire shift according to company guidelines and OSHA regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves using the lift truck.
- Utilized RF scanner technology for accurate tracking of product movements.
- Stacked products on pallets in a safe manner for transport or storage purposes.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Education
Cahokia High School
Cahokia, ILSkills
- Equipment operation
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Customer satisfaction
- Multitasking and organization
- Inventory oversight
- Preventative maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Assembly and production
Timeline
Package Tech
The Material Works
07.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Operator, Lift Truck Operator
International Paper
04.1999 - 07.2024
Cahokia High School