DeShawn Edwards

Concord

Summary

Results-driven Machine Operator with a strong work ethic and proven problem-solving skills at Clarios. Expert in operational control and equipment monitoring, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Successfully suggested process improvements that enhanced productivity and safety, while consistently delivering high-quality products. Adept at machinery operations and effective communication within teams.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Clarios

04.2012 - Current

Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.

Newspaper Carrier

Local Flavor

07.2010 - 05.2020

Assembled and bagged newspapers prior to delivery.
Planned daily rounds and determined most efficient way to distribute newspapers.
Delivered newspapers and flyers to about [Number] homes daily.
Collaborated with team members to improve paper sorting and delivery speed.
Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center, lifting heavy loads.

Package Handler

Fed Ex Ground

08.2010 - 04.2012

Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.

Education

High School Diploma -

R J Reynolds High School

Winston-Salem, NC

06-2010

Skills

Operational control
Production preparation
Order reading
Breakdown troubleshooting
Equipment monitoring
Specification compliance

Modifications and adjustments
Good communication
Strong work ethic
Machining and production standards
Problem-solving
Machinery operations

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