Helena Klassen
Barnwell,AB
Summary
Adept at machinery operation and fostering teamwork, I significantly enhanced production efficiency and product quality at Prairie Gold. With a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail, I mastered new technologies, led safety training, and contributed to a culture of excellence. My skills in equipment operation and problem-solving drove operational successes, reflecting my commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Prairie Gold
02.2023 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Optimized machine output to meet production targets, carefully scheduling machine runs and maintenance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, organizing workstations for maximum productivity.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
Potato Grader
McCain
09.2017 - 10.2024
- Actively participated in ongoing training opportunities for personal growth and professional development within the industry.
- Managed time efficiently while handling multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties according to deadlines or project importance levels.
- Contributed to overall operational success with diligent work ethic and commitment to excellence in potato grading.
- Implemented improvements in the inspection process, expediting the identification of defects in potatoes with precision.
- Provided support during peak seasons by assisting in other areas of production as needed.
- Regularly monitored equipment performance for optimal functionality, promptly reporting any malfunctions or issues.
- Trained new hires on proper grading techniques, ensuring consistency across the entire team.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
- Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Machinery operations
- Computer skills
- Assembly and production
- Equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Quality control
- Machinery cleaning
- Forklift operation
- Start up procedures
- [Equipment] operation
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Elementary
Interests
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Cooking
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Food Photography
- Wine Tasting
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Volunteering at community kitchens and food-related charities
Timeline
Machine Operator
Prairie Gold
02.2023 - 10.2024
Potato Grader
McCain
09.2017 - 10.2024
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