Darryl Griffith
Blairs
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven operator known for strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Expertise in implementing process improvements and ensuring safety compliance. Ready to support high production standards and enhance workflow efficiency.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Banbury Operator
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Danville, VA
03.2014 - 06.2025
- Operated tire manufacturing machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and addressing operational issues promptly.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across production lines.
- Conducted regular quality inspections to maintain product standards and reduce defects.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Process Technician
Essel Propack American
Danville, VA
03.2010 - 03.2014
- Operated and maintained advanced production equipment to ensure continuous manufacturing processes.
- Monitored product quality, conducting inspections to meet industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues and optimize production workflows.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced downtime in production lines.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions in production schedules.
Team Leader
AW North Carolina
Durham, NC
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize production workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing defects and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Check and prepare T/M daily work (Standardize work).
- Keep training documents up to date.
- Check safety point all areas and 5's status.
- Motivation of team members.
- Control off line repairs, gather and analyze defect daily.
- Fill out daily production charts.
- Fill in for team member (vacation, restroom, etc.).
- Train new members.
- Check checksheet, do first product check.
- Kanban setting.
- Discuss NG parts from MFG and Shipping inspection.
- Troubleshooting of production and quality issues
Braider Operator
Times Fiber
Chatham, VA
11.1988 - 03.2007
- Operated braiding machines to produce high-quality fiber products efficiently.
- Perform all required duties to operate a bank of braiding machines; obtain and position operational supplies and maintain related records.
- Cooperate as necessary to maintain continuous operation of assigned units. Set-up and operate 48 carrier machines as directed.
- Maintain operational supplies to machine and when machine requires, replace minor worn parts such as pawls, sleeves and ratchets, make set-ups where required.
- Obtain empty take-up reels, additional filled bobbins and other normal supplies for all assigned machines.
- Change take-up reels, remove filled reel, replace with empty; resupply care material (wire, cable or filler); maintain bobbin racks requiring heavy physical exertion at times to move and/or position items.
- Operate braiding units as necessary. Remain alert to detect broken wires, empty bobbins, filled reels, empty supply reels and other operational failures or faults.
- Take necessary corrective action to restart units within limits of accepted practice; notify Maintenance Dept and/or supervision of continuing stoppage or other unusual condition
Education
High School Diploma -
Dan River High School
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Efficient multitasking
- Tool operation
- Production work
- Quality assurance
- Production procedures
Timeline
Banbury Operator
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
03.2014 - 06.2025
Process Technician
Essel Propack American
03.2010 - 03.2014
Team Leader
AW North Carolina
01.2007 - 03.2010
Braider Operator
Times Fiber
11.1988 - 03.2007
High School Diploma -
Dan River High School