Thomas Calhoun
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Proven Machine Operator and Dairy Supervisor with a track record of enhancing production efficiency and quality at De Wafelbakkers and Shearers Foods. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and strong work ethic, mastering machinery operation and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in operational processes, embodying safety compliance and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
De Wafelbakkers
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- 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.
Cook
Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Dairy Supervisor
Town & Country Supermarket
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Improved overall dairy production by implementing efficient processes and streamlining operations.
- Established quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards across all stages of production.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for improving dairy operations efficiency.
Machine Operator
Shearers Foods
12.2010 - 08.2015
- 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.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tuckerman High School
Tuckerman, AR03-1995
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Machinery operations
- Equipment operation
- Power and hand tools
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Machine maintenance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Quality control
- Manufacturing experience
- Machinery cleaning
- Basic math
- Quality assurance
- Shipping and labeling
- Forklift operation
- Start up procedures
Certification
- Advanced Forklift Operator Certification - Forklift University.
Timeline
Machine Operator
De Wafelbakkers
01.2020 - 01.2023
Cook
Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2019
Dairy Supervisor
Town & Country Supermarket
01.2016 - 01.2017
Machine Operator
Shearers Foods
12.2010 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Tuckerman High School
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