Michael Thao
Saint Paul
Summary
Skilled Winder Operator with background in managing and operating machinery. Notable strengths include keen understanding of machine processes, troubleshooting skills, and adherence to safety protocols. Demonstrated ability in increasing machine efficiency and reducing downtime in prior roles. Focused on maintaining high quality standards while optimizing production throughput.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Winder Operator
Grief
Fitchburg
07.2022 - 03.2025
- Operated winding machines to produce high-quality wire products.
- Monitored production processes for safety and efficiency compliance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on winding machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve production issues quickly.
- Documented production data accurately for quality control assessments.
- Followed standard operating procedures to maintain consistent product quality.
- Set up and adjusted winding machines to maintain specified tensions on spools of thread, yarn or wire.
- Monitored the quality of product during production runs, ensuring that products met quality standards.
- Operated high-speed machines and managed settings to keep equipment functioning properly throughout entire shift.
- Forklift and clamp truck experience.
- Tested machines before work to quickly identify major issues and assess mechanical problems.
Machine Operator
Great Lake Cheese
Wausau
05.2007 - 11.2016
- Operated machinery for cheese production and packaging processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation regulations during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and machine settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold product standards during processing.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Birnamwood High School
Wittenberg, WI09-2007
Skills
- Machine operation
- Production monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Machine setup
- Problem-solving abilities
- Machine adjustment
- Equipment monitoring
Timeline
Winder Operator
Grief
07.2022 - 03.2025
Machine Operator
Great Lake Cheese
05.2007 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Birnamwood High School