James McFarland
Roanoke Rapids
Overview
2020
2020
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator Printer and Maintenance
Koala Tee Inc.
Sarasota
06.1999 - 08.2019
- Monitored production processes for adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality apparel efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve productivity.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production runs as needed.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different fabric types and designs.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities and material usage.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
Truck load out operator
Eniva
Franklin
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment and procedures.
- Operated machinery to maintain production flow and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets daily.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas during shifts.
- Documented operational processes for compliance with company standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Strapper operator, Robot operator
Georgia acific
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during all operational processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packaging workflows.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance before shipment.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas for efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production and shipping needs.
- Ensured that the cargo was properly secured with straps according to company regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of all shipments loaded on trucks.
- Reported any damaged goods to supervisor immediately upon detection.
- Adjusted tension of straps based on weight of cargo being transported.
- Ensured compliance with company policies related to strapping procedures.
- Performed daily inspections of equipment such as ratchets, straps and chains to ensure they are in good working condition.
- Conducted regular visual check of cargo area for loose items or debris that may cause a hazard during travel.
- Inspected cargo for any damage before strapping.
- Operated forklifts when necessary in order to move freight around warehouse areas.
Forklift Operator
Hampton Farms peanut butter plant
Franklin
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the peanut butter production facility.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment before each shift to ensure compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments of raw materials and finished products efficiently.
- Assisted in organizing inventory in the warehouse to maintain optimal workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
- Maintained accurate logs of material movements for inventory tracking purposes.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks while operating heavy machinery.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and improve operational efficiency.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Education
Marion Senior High School
Marion, VASkills
Machine operator, Forklift certified, LOTO certified, Confine space certified,
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Employee training
- Organization
- Recordkeeping
- [Equipment] operation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Leadership
- Supervision and leadership
- Active listening
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Print quality control
Certification
Forklift certified, LOTO certified, Confine space certified,
Timeline
Machine Operator Printer and Maintenance
Koala Tee Inc.
06.1999 - 08.2019
Truck load out operator
Eniva
Strapper operator, Robot operator
Georgia acific
Forklift Operator
Hampton Farms peanut butter plant
Marion Senior High School