James Baughman

Former Punch press operator, Utility position at Bradford White Water Heaters. 3 years experience in a manufacturing setting. 3 years prior experience in restaurant settings. Able to accurately read tape measure to nearest 1/32". Able to read and interpret blueprints. Brake press operation, punch press operation, die setting, troubleshooting.

Willing to relocate to: Reed City, MI - Big Rapids, MI - Howard City, MI - Morley, MO

Utility at Bradford White Corporation (2023-02 – Present)

• Hilo Operator duties
• Clean work area of any hazards
• Meet department needs of production by staging stacks in advance
• Use hilo safety halo to ensure the safety of all co workers present
• Move, Stack, manipulate, dump, and lift various objects
• Punch press operator duties
• Routinely inspect parts for quality and measurement standards
• Inspect blueprints and measurements
• Set dies according to production needs
• Ensure parts are within 1/32" tolerance
• Check all blank stock for tolerance
• Meet production needs hourly
• Press Operator duties
• Observe safe use of hydraulic press
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Train new hires to operate machinery
• Work with computers and touchscreens to monitor parts and quality
• Adjust machine and measurements
• Ensure parts are aligned laterally with stop bar to create an even flat lock seam
• Assembly line duties
• Inspect parts for damage and defects
• Organize parts according to specifications and model number
• Feed conveyor belt
• Utilize time in a fast paced manner to keep up with demands of customer

Innovation Chef at Rusty's Amble Inn (2022-04 – Present)

• Manage kitchen flow
• Close and put equipment in standby
• Created multiple additions to permanent menu
• Manage workflow of kitchen
• Train new staff
• Wash soiled dishes
• Label, check, sort and date produce and goods
• Serve dynamic weekly recipes
• Maintain cleanliness of station
• Moderate sharpness of utensils
• Innovate new recipes and specials
• Check for food out dates and signs of spoilage
• Utilize hand knives
• Fulfill orders and accommodate for special requests

Grill Cook at Ruby Tuesday (2021-11 – 2022-03)

• Fulfill orders accurately and quickly
• Keep work area clean and neat
• Close BOH following closing procedures
• Communicate stock levels
• Prepare, date and label all stock and ingredients
• Recognize allergen risks and adjust accordingly
• Demonstrate proper food safety precautions
• Run grill station
• Use of hazardous utensils including dicers, slicers, and chefs knives

Chef at The Catch 120 Bar & Grill (2021-01 – 2021-08)

• Run grill, pizza/sub, and deep fry station(s)
• Use of industrial frying equipment
• Use of dishwashing equipment and chemicals
• Use of hazardous utensils including rotary meat slicers
• Recognize proper food safety precautions
• Demonstrate knife and cutting finesse
• Utilize industrial dough mixer
• Janitorial work including mopping and sweeping

Cashier at Subway (2016-02 – 2018-07)

• Use POS register systems
• Preform inventory checks
• Fill out waste data sheets
• Fill out In/Out of stock sheets
• Prepare customer sandwiches to order
• Rinse and sanitize dishes
• Proof and bake bread daily
• Utilize commercial kitchen equipment
• Count cash drawer

High school diploma or GED – Fremont Community High School (2014-06 – 2018-06)