John Lyons
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Skilled Production Worker offering many years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.
Committed leader with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Interested in career opportunities as a supervisor in a manufacturing operation organization
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
A Lead
Nestles Food Corporation
01.2001 - Current
- Operate machines that fabricate Bottles.
- Contributed to team goals by providing support during high-stress situations, ensuring smooth operations.
- Conducted thorough pre-shift inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality before each workday commenced.
- Demonstrated adaptability amidst changing priorities or unexpected disruptions, ensuring continued progress toward organizational objectives.
- Assisted in training new employees on best practices for pit operations, improving overall staff competency levels.
- Reduced equipment downtime with regular maintenance checks and prompt repairs.
- Acted as a liaison between management and ground-level workers, fostering open communication channels for greater workplace cohesion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless project execution from start to finish.
- Provided input during planning meetings, contributing valuable insights that helped shape future strategies for success within our organization.
- Identified areas for improvement within the pit operation process, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Increased productivity through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Printer
Visual Impressions
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Operate A screen print press for printing information onto garments
- As a Lead printer, operated printing press with efficiency, and accuracy to maximize productivity and reduce cost while minimizing scrap.
Second Shift Supervisor
Visual Impressions
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Responsibilities included directing work activities of 10 print operators.
- Managed inventory levels, maintaining adequate stock of essential supplies for uninterrupted production flow.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
Screen Print Press Operator
Crown Print
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Screen print press operator in garment manufacturing organization
Screen Printer
Visual Impressions
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Operated screen print press for printing information onto garments.
- Designed and printed custom designs.
- Set up printing machines daily and maintaining functional and clean workspace.
Grill Cook and Food Preparation
Hardees Restaurant
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Grill cook and Food preparation
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Efficiently managed time by prioritizing tasks according to importance and urgency.
- Trained new staff members on grill station operations, resulting in improved overall performance of the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kokomo High School
Kokomo, IN06.1997
Skills
- Production equipment operation
- Production data documentation
- Computer operating skills
- Monitoring for quality compliance and documenting quality metrics
- Foundation Work
- Team Communication
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Employee Training
- Task Delegation
- Workplace Diversity
- Strong leadership abilities
- Dedication to product quality
- Team Development
- Staff Management
Timeline
Second Shift Supervisor
Visual Impressions
01.2003 - 01.2004
A Lead
Nestles Food Corporation
01.2001 - Current
Printer
Visual Impressions
01.2001 - 01.2009
Screen Print Press Operator
Crown Print
01.2000 - 01.2001
Screen Printer
Visual Impressions
01.1999 - 01.2000
Grill Cook and Food Preparation
Hardees Restaurant
01.1998 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Kokomo High School
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