Travis Grush
Henry,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 10 years of experience in operations, team leadership, and regulatory compliance. Proven expertise in managing cross-functional teams, optimizing business processes, and maintaining quality standards in high-volume environments. Skilled in communication, administrative operations, and project management, with a solid foundation in safety protocols and technical training, ensuring smooth collaboration with stakeholders and boards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MO1 Operator
Ajinomoto Foods North America
02.2026 - Current
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Followed HACCP and GMP's within the company standards
- Helped processors and operators keep production running smoothly and efficiently.
Quality Control Inspection Supervisor
NanoChem Solutions
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Ensured all processes and documentation adhered to FDA and regulatory requirements, supporting compliance and operational standards.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation, supporting business operations and reporting.
- Monitored facility and equipment conditions, ensuring optimal operation and adherence to safety protocols.
- Implemented and enforced sanitation and safety guidelines, contributing to a safe and compliant environment.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards per every 1 batch made.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
Laser Operator
Anthony Liftgate, Inc.
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Reviewed blueprints and work orders to ensure production met customer and organizational requirements.
- Performed quality control inspections and maintained documentation for compliance and reporting.
- Completed high-volume documentation and uploads within strict deadlines, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Achieved productivity goals through effective task management and collaboration.
- Reviewed blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions, and other written specifications to understand machining characteristics and ensure that production adhered to customer requirements.
- Operated lathes, saws, water jet, laser, and phosphate tanks. Uploaded DXF files into laser jets.
- Coordinated operations and preventative maintenance to drive optimal performance and minimal waste.
- Performed quality control inspections and CNC inspections on finished products.
- Converted manual inspections to digital copies using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
- Completed CMM training on Zeiss and Mitutoyo machines as well as forklift and crane certifications.
Communications Specialist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided administrative support and managed confidential records, supporting efficient office operations.
- Maintained and updated schedules, lists, and documentation for staff and stakeholders.
- Responded to emergent calls and resolved issues promptly, demonstrating strong customer service and complaint handling.
- Ensured compliance with privacy and regulatory requirements, supporting organizational standards.
- Achieved quality and productivity goals through effective communication and organization.
- Provided telephone assistance to team members, patients, physicians and the general public.
- Maintained physician call schedules, out of hospital personnel lists, administrative call lists, and all miscellaneous lists used to contact individuals or services needed by hospital personnel.
- Responded to all emergent calls quickly and efficiently, following outlined protocols.
- Managed various administrative and clerical tasks, including confidential recordkeeping, data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and file management.
- Maintained compliance with privacy regulations including HIPAA regulations.
- Selected Achievements:
- Routinely achieved or exceeded all quality, productivity, and customer service goals and targets.
Team Member
Rivian Automotive
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated and maintained equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards in facility operations.
- Created and maintained production records and documentation, supporting business reporting and compliance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and improve operational efficiency.
- Assisted management in implementing process improvements, enhancing team productivity and facility performance.
- Operated machinery involved in electric battery assembly and production, following established procedures and safety guidelines. Reviewed machinery output to ensure adherence to corporate quality standards.
- Completed preventative equipment maintenance, reported any malfunctions or abnormalities.
- Created and maintained records and documentation related to production quantities and time requirements.
- Coordinated with cross-functional team members to ensure timely completion of all projects.
- Assisted management in implementing process improvements that increased team productivity.
Bagger & Team Lead
Mexicham Specialty
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Supervised and trained team members, delegating tasks and monitoring performance to ensure effective operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements, supporting a safe and compliant environment.
- Implemented process improvements and 5S methodologies to optimize team efficiency and facility operations.
- Planned and coordinated on-site safety tests, maintaining ongoing regulatory compliance and operational standards.
- Supervised a team of baggers, trained new hires on safety protocol and job requirements, delegated tasks, monitored team performance, and provided ongoing coaching and training as needed.
- Operated forklifts, bagged resin, and prepared pallets for shipment.
- Monitored site safety, ensured compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Implemented 5S methodologies to ensure optimal team performance and efficiency.
- Planned and coordinated on-site safety tests to maintain ongoing regulatory compliance.
CNC Machinist
Mennies Machine Co.
10.2013 - 03.2018
- Set up and maintained CNC machines, ensuring efficient and safe facility operations.
- Completed quality inspections and maintained documentation for compliance and reporting.
- Collaborated with engineers and project managers to achieve project goals and maintain operational standards.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new hires, supporting staff development and team performance.
- Ensured adherence to workplace safety procedures and regulations.
- Identified relevant data from blueprints, plans, work orders, and other source material.
- Set up CNC machines with the correct tooling and fixturing, adjusted CNC machine parameters to maximize efficiency and quality, and completed troubleshooting of issues related to machine programming.
- Completed quality inspections of all machined parts, identified and corrected any defects.
- Collaborated with engineers, project managers, and other team members to ensure timely completion of all projects.
- Ensured adherence to all workplace safety procedures and regulations.
- Assisted in training, coaching, and mentoring new hires, assisted with onboarding programs.
- Consistently achieved or exceeded all quality and productivity goals and targets.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ04-2026
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Univeristy of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2024
Skills
- Project Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team management
- Process Improvements
- Lean manufacturing
- Production planning
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Training & development
- Leadership
- Data Analytics
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Reporting and analysis
- ISO standards
- HACCP enforcement
- Six sigma principles
Certification
- Driver's License
- CDL A
- Forklift Certification
- PALS Certification
- PERC Card
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Guard Card
Timeline
MO1 Operator
Ajinomoto Foods North America
02.2026 - Current
Quality Control Inspection Supervisor
NanoChem Solutions
10.2025 - 01.2026
Laser Operator
Anthony Liftgate, Inc.
09.2024 - 05.2025
Communications Specialist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2024
Team Member
Rivian Automotive
05.2021 - 06.2023
Bagger & Team Lead
Mexicham Specialty
03.2018 - 05.2021
CNC Machinist
Mennies Machine Co.
10.2013 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Univeristy of Phoenix