Joseph Salas
Kansas City
Summary
Innovative Machine Operator offering 20+ years of experience handling tool performance, testing and effectiveness. Proven resourcefulness at understanding complex regulatory and organizational guidelines governing worker safety. Exceeds outlined goals to streamline operations and maintain clean, safe work environment. Honed approach to selecting raw material, adjusting performance levels and troubleshooting common problems.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Vanguard Companies
08.2022 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality products with minimal downtime.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Trained new operators in safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing production efficiency and workflow.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all staff.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Machine Operator - High Speed Bag
ProAmpac
01.2006 - 08.2022
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Placed finished products on skids and wrapped and transported to warehouse with forklift.
- Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs to forward to management and maintenance personnel.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Manipulated controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.
- Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
Press Operator - 8 Color Flexo
ProAmpac
2006 - 2012
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy and conformance to provided specifications.
- Operated printing press machines and manually set and adjusted speed, temperature and ink flow.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on printing press machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Loaded raw materials into press machines, identifying proper materials and adjusting machine calibrations to achieve proper fit and prevent jams and other processing errors.
- Inspected machines prior to starting and operation, verifying safe operating condition and performing lubrication and other preventive maintenance.
- Unloaded processed materials from machines, inspecting product to verify compliance with specifications required for further processing and discarding or reprocessing defective output.
- Cleaned machines between production operations and after shifts, using air hoses, chemical cleaners and pressure washers to prevent buildup and maintain good functioning condition.
- Communicated with supervisors and specialized machine technicians to receive instruction on correct machine operation and request assistance with set-up when necessary.
Industrial Truck Operator
ProAmpac
2006 - 2012
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Assistant Press Operator - 8 Color Flexo
ProAmpac
2001 - 2006
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy and conformance to provided specifications.
- Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
Education
GED -
Westport High School
1988
Skills
- Good Communication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Experience
- Production Equipment Experience
- Workplace Safety
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Machinery Operation
- OSHA Certification
- Punctual and Dependable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- 20 Year service award
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Machine Operator
Vanguard Companies
08.2022 - Current
Machine Operator - High Speed Bag
ProAmpac
01.2006 - 08.2022
Press Operator - 8 Color Flexo
ProAmpac
2006 - 2012
Industrial Truck Operator
ProAmpac
2006 - 2012
Assistant Press Operator - 8 Color Flexo
ProAmpac
2001 - 2006
GED -
Westport High School