Ashley King

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: ashley.king@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: ashleykingmachineops

Summary

Four years of dedicated experience as a Machine Feeder and Offbearer, consistently ensuring optimal material flow and product output across high-volume manufacturing lines. Proven ability to meticulously load and unload diverse machinery, maintaining strict adherence to production schedules and safety protocols.

Adept at identifying and resolving minor operational hitches, contributing to a 15% reduction in production slowdowns due to material handling issues. Committed to precise material placement and removal to prevent damage and support seamless machine operation.

Experience

Senior Machine Feeder & Offbearer, Kavanagh Manufacturing Solutions -- Dublin, Ireland

Mar 2021 – present

• Operated and monitored automated feeding systems for packaging machinery, achieving a 98% uptime rate for material supply.

• Coordinated with machine operators to optimize material loading sequences, contributing to a 10% increase in daily throughput for the packaging department.

• Trained 3 new team members on safe and efficient material handling techniques and offbearing procedures, enhancing overall team productivity.

• Implemented a new system for material waste segregation at the offbearing stage, leading to a 20% improvement in recycling efforts.

Machine Feeder & Offbearer, Emerald Print & Packaging -- Dublin, Ireland

June 2019 – Feb 2021

• Responsible for accurately feeding raw materials (paper, cardboard) into high-speed printing and cutting machines, processing an average of 5,000 units per shift.

• Managed the offbearing of finished goods, ensuring proper stacking, sorting, and preparation for quality inspection and subsequent stages.

• Maintained a clean and organized work area around machinery, adhering to 5S principles to enhance safety and operational efficiency.

• Identified and reported equipment malfunctions related to feeding and offbearing mechanisms, supporting timely maintenance interventions.

Education

Dublin Institute of Technology (now TU Dublin), Certificate in Manufacturing Operations & Logistics -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2018 – May 2019

Skills

Machine Operations & Material Handling: Automated Feeder Operation, Manual Material Loading, Offbearing Techniques, Production Line Support, Material Flow Management, Machine Setup Assistance, Pallet Jack Operation, Forklift Operation (Certified)

Safety & Quality Assurance: OH&S Compliance, PPE Utilization, Hazard Identification, Quality Control Checks, Waste Segregation, Damage Prevention, GMP Adherence

Technical & General Skills: Basic Machine Troubleshooting, Inventory Loading/Unloading, Data Entry (Production Logs), Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Physical Stamina, Communication