Steve Cromartie

Hardworking team member that handles physically demanding work with ease, readily standing for long shifts and lifting up to 50 pounds. Knowledgeable about press and bailer machine operation, calibration, and repair. Strong quality control skills.

Enthusiastic training professional successful at developing training plans and supplementary materials to help fellow employees. Works under strict deadlines and makes independent judgments about effectiveness of training. Comfortable with remote training technology and methodologies.

Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills with training in basic equipment maintenance.

Material Handler/ Sanitation - Smithfield Distribution Center

(2022-12)

• Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
• Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
• Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
• Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
• Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
• Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
• Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
• Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
• Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.

Operator in Training - International Paper

(2021-11 - 2022-12)

• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
• Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
• Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
• Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Maintained detailed records for production monitoring and analysis
• Installed new machines and equipment with minimal downtime
• Supported worker safety initiatives by checking equipment regularly for potential hazards
• Performed updates, changeovers, and turnarounds for Z&B machines
• Diagnosed problems by analyzing testing results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators
• Experience using chemicals to clean and sanitize machines.
• Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
• Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
• Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.

Machine Technician - Campbell soup

(2021-08 - 2021-11)

• Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
• Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives
• Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up to date
• I operated a KBA printing press and had to ensure that all quality guidelines were maintained throughout the duration of a 12 hour shift.
• Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by delivering weekly compliance reports to identify process improvement or corrective action.
• Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
• Ensured that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.

Machine Operator - Graphic Packaging

(2005-11 - 2021-02)

• Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives
• Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up to date
• I operated a KBA printing press and had to ensure that all quality guidelines were maintained throughout the duration of a 12 hour shift.
• Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by delivering weekly compliance reports to identify process improvement or corrective action.
• Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
• Ensured that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.

Assistant Manager - McDonald's

(2004-12 - 2005-11)

• Planned and prepared workflow schedules, delegating tasks for a work crew consisting of up to 15 team members
• Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity
• Managed personnel scheduling, facilitating adequate coverage to meet demand
• Collaborated with store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals.

Assembler - Fleetwood Homes

(2003-06 - 2004-12)

• Was primarily responsible for the construction of A-Frame ceilings for modular homes, and single and double wide trailer homes
• Assembled building material components, including wall panels and roof and floor trusses.

Assistant Store Manager - Pizza Hut

(2000-08 - 2003-06)

• Assisted in overall day-to-day operations of store, including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results
• Set schedules and delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels
• Recruited and hired individuals demonstrating passion, dedication and added value to team
• Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability
• Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.

Bachelor of Science - Psychology - University Of Phoenix (2013-11) Tempe, AZ

Associate of Science - General Studies - Kansas City Kansas Community College (1996-06) Kansas City, KS

Associate of Science - Hospitality MANAGEMENT - Johnson County Community College (1990-06) Overland Park, KS