Matt Jester
Lenox,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Machine Operator with over 25 years of experience in operating and maintaining sheet metal processing equipment. Skilled in training new operators and implementing process improvements that enhance production efficiency while adhering to strict safety and quality standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator 3
Heatcraft Refrigeration
Tifton, GA
09.2000 - Current
- Operated and maintained sheet metal processing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in production lines and reduced waste.
- Developed training materials that improved onboarding processes for new machine operators.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- 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.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance issues, enabling engineers to develop effective solutions for recurring problems.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking material usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders with suppliers.
- Fostered team-oriented environment, training new operators on machinery and best practices.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Monitored production processes for quality assurance and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and reduce downtime in operations.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting on machinery to minimize operational disruptions.
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Quality control
- Basic math
- Forklift operation
- Materials management
- Precision measurement
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Batch production
Timeline
Machine Operator 3
Heatcraft Refrigeration
09.2000 - Current