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Rayco Richardson

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Professional machine operation specialist with substantial hands-on experience in operating and maintaining industrial machinery. Strong focus on ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in all tasks. Collaborative team player known for reliability and adaptability to changing production needs. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining optimal machine performance, and adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator

Schuette Metals
01.2022 - 11.2024
  • 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.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
  • Operated and controlled plasma tables, fork lift, and laser machune equipment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.

Plasma Table Operator

Woods
07.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Mastered CNC programming software to create accurate and complex parts efficiently.
  • Assisted in the development of improved plasma cutting techniques, leading to higher quality results.
  • Exceeded customer expectations with high-quality finished products through attention to detail and precision cutting skills.
  • Reduced material waste by implementing effective nesting strategies for optimal sheet utilization.
  • Provided training and support to new operators, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.
  • Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
  • Restocked workstations with supplies to prevent work delays.
  • Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
  • Optimized material usage through accurate measurements and precise cutting techniques.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of materials properties to select appropriate settings for various thicknesses and types of metals.

Machine Operator

Applied Laser Technology
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Operated and controlled drill press, brake press and powder coating equipment.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Good communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Machinery operation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Precision measuring
  • CNC programming
  • Tool selection
  • Malfunction troubleshooting
  • Safety compliance
  • Plasma cutting
  • Dimensional inspection
  • Metal fabrication
  • Machine operation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Bending techniques
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Precision measurement
  • Press brake operation

Timeline

Machine Operator

Schuette Metals
01.2022 - 11.2024

Plasma Table Operator

Woods
07.2021 - 01.2022

Machine Operator

Applied Laser Technology
07.2017 - 07.2021

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