Karl Thompson

• 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.
• 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.
• Achieved significant reduction in setup times by developing quicker changeover procedures.
• Ensured product consistency, closely monitoring machine outputs and making necessary adjustments.

Caring for my young family in the important years of their lives

• Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
• Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
• Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
• Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.

I was the forklift operator as well as machine operator along with many other duties, including first aider, health and safety rep. Filler operator as well as part of the commissioning team that installed the top floor kitchen at Watties at the time now Kraft Heinz.

• 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.
• Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
• Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.

• Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
• Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
• Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
• Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.