James Slaughter
Evansville
Summary
Skilled Machine Press Operator with valuable experience processing raw materials. Read product specifications and gained familiarity with desired output dimensions and tolerances, set up and calibrated machines accordingly, and processed production units properly. Focused worker producing consistent, high-quality parts and components.
Skilled in operating and maintaining press machines with emphasis on safety protocols and quality control. Background includes setting up machinery, conducting routine inspections, identifying machine issues, and carrying out necessary adjustments. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, technical acumen, keen observational skills, and commitment to meeting production goals. Previous work has resulted in improved efficiency and reduced downtime through preventive maintenance and swift troubleshooting of mechanical issues.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Belt Press Machine Operator
PSC Industries
Evansville
2025.02 - 2025.05
- Verified dimensions of work piece and made adjustments if necessary.
- Recorded data related to production including cycle times and quantities produced.
- Reviewed daily production to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Maintained adequate productivity by setting and enforcing deadlines.
- Cleaned, lubricated and repaired machinery for optimal performance.
- Inspected machines prior to starting and operation, verifying safe operating condition and performing lubrication and other preventive maintenance.
- Took measurements with calipers and gauge readers to assess line performance.
- Accurately set-up fold, adjusting roll mechanisms, tension, and guide devices.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Cleaned equipment regularly after each shift for optimal performance.
- Checked quality of raw materials prior to processing them in the press machine.
- Reviewed manuals and work order drawings and specifications to determine desired shapes, dimensions and tolerance of product output, adjusting machine calibrations accordingly.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Unloaded processed materials from machines, inspecting product to verify compliance with specifications required for further processing and discarding or reprocessing defective output.
- Cleaned and lubricated presses and components using oil, solvents and rags.
- Assisted with set up of new jobs by changing dies, tools, fixtures.
- Loaded materials into the machine hopper or manually placed parts in the machine bed.
- Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts, and complete precise finished products.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as speed, feed rate, and pressure according to job requirements.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Adhered to company and OSHA safety procedures to protect team members, products and equipment.
- Loaded raw materials into press machines, identifying proper materials and adjusting machine calibrations to achieve proper fit and prevent jams and other processing errors.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems that arose during production runs.
- Received verbal instructions from supervisor regarding daily assignments.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities such as number of pieces produced and scrap generated.
- Ensured safety guidelines were followed during operation of machinery.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-specification production.
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Measured completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications with micrometers, gauges, calipers, and templates.
- Provided training to new employees on safe operation of press machines.
- Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.
- Examined completed pieces to check for defects and sorted items according to identified flaws.
- Inspected finished product for defects and conformance to specifications.
- Read work orders or production schedules to determine materials, locations of cutting lines or dimensions and tolerances.
CNC Machine Operator
Best Home Furnishings
Ferdinand
2024.10 - 2024.12
- Completed accurate calculations of machine speed, feed ratios and cut parameters.
- Loaded raw materials into production equipment according to job orders while maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Loaded feed mechanisms by lifting stock into position.
- Checked completed workpieces against specifications to assess conformance.
- Monitored machine operations and made adjustments to correct problems.
- Reviewed and interpreted electronic or written blueprints or specifications to understand the job requirements.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Implemented minor machine maintenance such as cleaning and repairing.
- Compared numerical displays with process sheet data to verify dimensional adjustments.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Maintained, adjusted, and calibrated control systems and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
- Controlled machine operations to complete precise, high-quality work.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other material handling equipment to lift heavy work pieces or move loads.
- Followed optimum cleaning procedures to keep machines, tooling and parts free of build-up and avoid excess wear.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
General Laborer
Marshall contracting
Sellersburg
2007.03 - 2016.09
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Removed debris from construction sites and disposed of it properly.
- Completed residential and commercial roofing work on time and within expected project parameters, increasing repeat business opportunities.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College
Sellersburg, Indiana2006-08
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College
Skills
Material handling, forklift experience, ability to properly read work orders and complete them to proper dimensions,
Certification
AWS SMAW 1G certified, OSHA 10 general industry safety and health certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Belt Press Machine Operator
PSC Industries
2025.02 - 2025.05
CNC Machine Operator
Best Home Furnishings
2024.10 - 2024.12
General Laborer
Marshall contracting
2007.03 - 2016.09
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College