Wajid Qureshi
Mississauga,ON
Summary
With a robust background at Venture Steel, I excel in machinery operation and team collaboration, significantly enhancing production efficiency and safety standards. My expertise includes forklift operation and machine maintenance, achieving over 20% productivity increase. Demonstrating strong work ethic and problem-solving skills, I ensure high-quality output and workplace safety.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Venture Steel
- 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.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Forklift Operator
Venture Steel
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Crane Operator
Venture Steel
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
- Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
Slitter Setup Operator
Venture Steel
- Optimized material usage through accurate measuring, cutting, and handling of various substrates.
- Enhanced product quality through regular inspections, adjustments, and maintenance of slitter machines.
- Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines throughout all tasks.
- Boosted productivity levels by consistently meeting or exceeding daily production goals.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues promptly.
- Maximized machine performance by conducting thorough setup procedures according to job specifications.
- Kept workspaces clean and organized at all times, contributing to overall workplace safety standards being maintained.
- Streamlined workflow by collaborating with fellow team members to optimize the production process.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality finished products within strict deadlines.
Lead Hand Supervisor
Venture Steel
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.
- Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Communicated with management and team members to resolve obstacles and complete Type projects.
Machine Helper
Webcome
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively communicating with machine operators to address any concerns or obstacles during the production process.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues during production runs, minimizing delays and keeping projects on schedule.
- Promoted continuous improvement initiatives within the workplace through active participation in Lean Manufacturing programs focused on waste reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Enhanced employee training outcomes by mentoring new hires on best practices related to machine operation and maintenance procedures.
- Enhanced workplace organization by maintaining a clean and orderly work area in compliance with company safety standards.
- Ensured product quality by monitoring machine output, identifying defects, and taking corrective action as needed.
Education
Bsc - Double Maths,Physics
Ajk University
Muzaffarabad, Pakistan 06.2008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Workplace safety
- Machinery operations
- Computer skills
- Assembly and production
- Equipment operation
- Power and hand tools
- Safety compliance
- Machine maintenance
- Manufacturing experience
- Quality assurance
- Forklift operation
- Manufacturing
- Equipment monitoring
- Production equipment experience
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Hand Supervisor
Venture Steel
08.2023 - Current
Machine Helper
Webcome
03.2015 - 09.2017
Machine Operator
Venture Steel
Forklift Operator
Venture Steel
Crane Operator
Venture Steel
Slitter Setup Operator
Venture Steel
Bsc - Double Maths,Physics
Ajk University
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