James Matthew McDonald
Beaumont
Summary
Hardworking Crew Leader skilled in managing multiple projects and working closely with highly capable teams. Focused employee known for careful materials management and inventory oversight. Dedicated approach to handling diverse aspects of project management and close-out.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Leader
Georgia Pacific
New Augusta
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Observed safety protocols and manufacturer's instructions when using heavy machinery and equipment.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Dryer Technician
Georgia-Pacific
New Augusta
06.2013 - 02.2025
- Monitored equipment during operations and calibrated settings to maintain optimal temperatures and speeds.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on dryers to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshot and resolved issues occurring during production.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in dryer systems and made necessary repairs as needed.
- Maintained correct settings for temperature, humidity, and pressure during processing to consistently produce high-quality products.
Lathe Operator
Hood Industries
Beaumont
07.2006 - 06.2013
- Follow safety procedures when operating the lathe machine.
- Followed safety practices when loading and unloading parts on machinery.
- Set up and adjust lathes, fixtures, cutting tools, and work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in the lathe machine by performing tests and making repairs as necessary.
- Monitored machine operation at control panel and adjusted settings to create desired pieces.
- Perform routine maintenance on lathe machines including lubricating parts and checking fluid levels.
- Sharpen cutting tools when necessary using grinding wheels or other abrasive materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodbridge High School
Irvine, CA05-2001
Skills
- Team management
- Employee training
- Equipment maintenance
- Process improvement
- Task delegation
- Performance evaluation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew Leader
Georgia Pacific
02.2022 - 03.2025
Dryer Technician
Georgia-Pacific
06.2013 - 02.2025
Lathe Operator
Hood Industries
07.2006 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Woodbridge High School
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