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Utility Worker, Packaging Production Resume George Chandler Utility Worker, Packaging Production (630) 555-0184 george.chandler@example.com linkedin.com/example/georgechandler Aurora, IL 60505 STRENGTHS Safe equipment habits During busy shifts, checked pedestrian routes and load stability before moving pallets, helping crews keep shared aisles orderly. Production adaptability When order plans shifted, moved between converting and packing lines and kept materials aligned with the scheduled run. Practical quality focus Checked setup samples and finished cartons against specifications, catching print, fold, and packaging defects before handoff. Clear shift communication Recorded counts, scrap, and stoppages for the next crew, making production handoffs more useful and dependable. Peer coaching During peak orders, showed temporary teammates PPE and safe pallet movement practices, helping them settle into production routines. SKILLS Packaging production Material handling Component assembly Quality inspection Palletizing RF inventory Forklift operation Line changeovers Shop packets Product specifications Bills of materials Production communication PPE compliance Housekeeping Team training LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Beginner 10 MY CAREER 8 Years Utility Worker at Meridian Carton Works (3.1 Years) Carton Line Operator at Prairie State Folding Carton (2.3 Years) Production Packer at Oakline Consumer Packaging (1.4 Years) Warehouse Production Associate at Fox River Supply & Packaging (1.2 Years) SUMMARY Packaging production utility worker with eight years of experience supporting converting, assembly, and finished-goods flow in manufacturing settings. Follow shop packets, product specifications , and bills of materials to prepare raw materials, assemble components, inspect output, and stage pallets. Operate production equipment and use RF units for inventory transfers, with employer-issued lift-truck authorization. Coordinate line coverage and changeovers, share clear production updates, and coach temporary teammates on PPE, housekeeping, and safe material handling . Maintain product quality through careful checks and dependable support across packing and converting operations, with schedule flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays. EXPERIENCE Utility Worker Meridian Carton Works Sep 2023 - Present Aurora, IL Coordinate daily converting and packing coverage across production crews, matching material staging and equipment support to changing order needs. Follow shop packets and bills of materials while preparing loads, checking cartons, and moving finished goods through RF inventory transfers. Support changeovers and coach temporary teammates in safe equipment use and housekeeping, helping maintain steady production flow. Covered three converting and packing lines, aligning materials with scheduled production orders. Prepared raw-material loads from shop packets and bills of materials, preventing setup mismatches. Built and labeled finished-goods pallets, then created RF license plate numbers for inventory transfers. Inspected cartons after die cutting and folding, separating defects before case-packing runs. Supported changeovers by staging hand tools, banders, and stretch wrappers before line restart. Earned lift-truck authorization through practical testing and maintained incident-free equipment operation on assigned shifts. Coached new temporary teammates on PPE, housekeeping, and safe pallet movement during peak orders. Used load formers and strappers to stabilize staged carton loads for finished-goods movement. Shared verbal and written production updates with line crews to coordinate order handoffs. Suggested a revised staging sequence that reduced cross-traffic around active packing lines. Carton Line Operator Prairie State Folding Carton Apr 2021 - Aug 2023 Elgin, IL Supported scheduled carton production across converting and packing stations, coordinating setup checks, supply staging, and shift information. Operated folder-gluing and case-packing equipment while checking samples against specifications, so defects could be flagged before full runs. Assisted mechanics during changeovers and filled die-cutting coverage gaps to keep production moving across shifts. Operated folder-gluer and case-packer stations for mixed carton runs, balancing pace with quality checks. Verified setup samples against work specifications, flagging print and fold defects before full production. Replenished board and packaging supplies with pallet jacks, limiting interruptions between scheduled runs. Recorded scrap, counts, and shift notes in production systems, improving handoff accuracy between crews. Assisted mechanics during changeovers by clearing guarded areas and staging approved hand tools . Backfilled die-cut support during staffing gaps, protecting downstream schedules on high-volume orders. Used powered banders to secure finished carton loads before transfer to the staging area. Followed written equipment procedures and PPE requirements while operating assigned production equipment. Production Packer Oakline Consumer Packaging Oct 2019 - Mar 2021 Batavia, IL Supported end-of-line packaging teams producing consumer cartons, moving between packing, pallet preparation, and material handling . Checked finished goods against order specifications and reported recurring line issues to leads for maintenance follow-up. Cross-trained across case-packing stations and completed pre-shift stretches and area checks to sustain safe, reliable production. Packed finished consumer goods to order specifications, maintaining carton integrity through end-of-line checks. Used manual banders and stretch-wrapping equipment to secure outbound pallets for warehouse transfer. Moved staged materials with powered pallet equipment, following marked aisles and pedestrian rules. Escalated recurring jams to line leads and documented stoppages for maintenance follow-up. Rotated across case-packing stations after cross-training, keeping assigned lines staffed during breaks. Completed pre-shift stretches and area inspections, reinforcing safe routines during repetitive production work. Used hand tools to clear permitted packaging obstructions and restore orderly workstation flow. Warehouse Production Associate Fox River Supply & Packaging Aug 2018 - Oct 2019 St. Charles, IL Provided material and staging support for a warehouse serving nearby production operations, matching supplies and finished cases to order documentation. Moved loads between receiving and work cells with hand tools and pallet jacks, checking load stability and labels before acceptance. Learned safe handling practices through supervised floor assignments and maintained clear aisles for production access. Staged corrugated sheets and supplies for production orders, matching labels to traveler documentation. Sorted finished cases by destination and order, reducing mix-ups at outbound staging areas. Used hand tools and pallet jacks to clear materials from receiving to designated work cells. Checked wrapped loads for stability and relabeled damaged identification before warehouse acceptance. Maintained clean aisles and returned equipment to marked locations at each shift's close. Learned safe lifting, gripping, and material-handling practices through supervised floor assignments and coaching. PROJECTS Carton Changeover Readiness 2024 Prepared a coordinated staging sequence for carton changeovers by grouping approved tools, banders, and wrapping supplies near the assigned lines. The approach kept required items organized before restart and supported safe movement through production areas. Finished Goods Label and Staging Flow 2023 Applied RF inventory unit training to finished-goods pallet transfers, creating license plate labels and checking pallet identification before staging. The process connected physical pallets with inventory records and helped crews hand off completed orders clearly. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Production Safety Recognition, acknowledged for consistent PPE use and orderly work-area practices, 2024. Temporary Teammate Coaching Recognition, recognized for practical guidance on safe pallet movement during peak production, 2024. EDUCATION High School Diploma West Aurora High School GPA: 3.8 2009 Aurora, IL Coursework: English, mathematics, science, social studies CERTIFICATIONS Powered Industrial Truck Operator Authorization, employer training 2024 RF Inventory Unit Training, Meridian Carton Works 2023 TECHNICAL SKILLS Material Handling Equipment: Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Load Formers Packaging Equipment: Folder-Gluers, Case Packers, Die Cutters Pallet Securing Equipment: Powered Banders, Manual Banders, Strappers Wrapping and Waste Equipment: Stretch Wrappers, Shredders, Pallet Hand Equipment Production Tools: Hand Tools, RF Units, Label Printers Inventory and Identification: License Plate Numbers, Barcode Scanners, Inventory Terminals Packaging Materials: Corrugated Board, Carton Blanks, Stretch Film Production Documentation: Shop Packets, Bills of Materials, Traveler Documents Quality Inspection Instruments: Rulers, Calipers, Inspection Lights Safety Equipment: Safety Glasses, Protective Gloves, Hearing Protection SKILLS Packaging production Material handling Component assembly Quality inspection Palletizing RF inventory Forklift operation Line changeovers Shop packets Product specifications Bills of materials Production communication PPE compliance Housekeeping Team training PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Member, Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute (PMMI), packaging operations community. Member, International Association of Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI), local professional network. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Beginner) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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