Joshua Poor
Knightstown
Summary
Detail-oriented specializing in quality control and team optimization. Leveraged strong collaboration and technical skills to drive process improvements, ensuring high standards and efficient operations in manufacturing environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
NexGen Manufacturing
Knightstown, IN
09.2025 - Current
- Operated different tools and machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics for accurate machining processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machining and technical issues effectively.
- Utilized measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality of finished products.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating machinery in production environment.
- Maintained organized work area, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity standards.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Collaborated with engineers interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
Case Manager
Columbus Organization
Indiana
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client support and service delivery.
- Assessed client needs through comprehensive evaluations, ensuring tailored interventions for optimal outcomes.
- Developed and maintained detailed case documentation, adhering to regulatory standards and best practices.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers to foster collaborative relationships.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined workflows and enhanced service efficiency.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to resources, empowering them in their recovery journey.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
Team Lead
KGP Logistics
Warsaw, IN
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational delays and increased efficiency.
- Trained new team members on best practices and standard operating procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless logistics and timely deliveries.
- Mentored team members, enhancing skills and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing turnaround times for shipments.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimizing accidents and promoting compliance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management systems.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas of improvement and drive efficiency.
- Developed training programs for new staff, improving onboarding experience.
- Led team meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and strategies for operational success.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Ensured quality of product by visual inspection, measurements with tape measures, ensuring seams between cables and proper material and quality before shipment.
Production Group Leader
Zimmer Biomet
Warsaw, IN
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize production workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in reduced cycle times and increased output quality.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for production techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored production metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborated with quality assurance to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and product specifications.
- Mentored team members for skill development, resulting in enhanced productivity and job satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other departments to create a seamless end-to-end supply chain process, enhancing overall company efficiency.
- Increased product quality by developing and enforcing strict quality control procedures.
- Executed lean manufacturing initiatives to support continuous improvement and facilitate on-time performance.
- Led root cause analysis efforts for operational issues, resulting in effective problem-solving strategies.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and process improvements.
- Championed sustainable manufacturing practices to minimize environmental impact while maintaining high-quality products.
- Provided quality inspection for multiple finished products as well as verification of parts/materials throughout the manufacturing process. Using pin gauges, calipers, tape measures, visual confirmation with blueprints, zinc color coating gauges, go/no go gauges to ensure correct material/part and within customer and manufacturer tolerances both standard and metric.
- Helped develop and implement 4S Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery system that engaged employees in documenting concerns in these areas, then sorting the concerns by department to look into these reports to see how operations or the work place could be improved.
- Participated and helped lead Kaizen Events with team members across different experiences and departments to correct quality concerns with different components and completed parts.
Community Employment Supervisor
ARC of Wabash County
Wabash, IN
05.2015 - 01.2019
- Supervised daily operations of employment programs, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
- Developed and implemented training modules for staff to enhance service delivery.
- Coordinated job placement services, matching clients with appropriate employment opportunities.
- Monitored client progress, providing feedback and support to facilitate successful job retention.
General Management of Operations
Cannonball Lanes
Wabash Indiana
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided quality services to customers from machine repair, front desk and budgeting, to bartending and food management.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Indiana University, Kokomo
Kokomo, IN05-2014
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Precise measuring
- Caliper use
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Quality control analysis
- Part inspection - dimensions, markings, finishes and material
- Schematic interpretation
- Drawing creation
- Measurement tools
- Thread and plug gauges
- Basic mathematics
- Inspection processes
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication skills
- Attention to details - catching conflicting information on blueprints and material
Timeline
Machinist
NexGen Manufacturing
09.2025 - Current
Case Manager
Columbus Organization
05.2023 - 09.2025
Team Lead
KGP Logistics
10.2022 - 05.2023
Production Group Leader
Zimmer Biomet
02.2019 - 10.2022
Community Employment Supervisor
ARC of Wabash County
05.2015 - 01.2019
General Management of Operations
Cannonball Lanes
08.2010 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Indiana University, Kokomo