Quincey Thomas
Danville
Summary
Efficient tire builder known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks with precision. Possess specialized skills in rubber compounding, quality inspection, and machinery operation. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring smooth production flow and meeting project deadlines effectively.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manual Tire Builder "Aero Tires"
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Danville
01.2022 - Current
- Assembled tire components using precision tools and machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain production efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Assisted in training new employees on tire building processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported any issues promptly.
- Assembled tires from components such as tubes, rims, and beads.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working with hazardous materials such as rubber compounds and chemicals.
- Operated tire building machines to build tires according to specifications.
- Inspected finished product for defects in material or workmanship.
- Tested completed tires for air pressure, tread depth, balance, using specialized testing equipment.
- Assisted other technicians with troubleshooting any problems that arose during the tire-building process.
- Measured and cut rubber strips according to specified dimensions using hand tools or automated cutting devices.
- Monitored machine operation during the tire-building process to ensure proper assembly of components and accuracy of data entry.
- Completed proper startup and shutdown procedures to protect equipment and personnel.
- Formed continuous bands by cutting plies and splice points to smoothly join ends.
Component Preparer
Nestle USA
Danville
06.2010 - 12.2021
- Prepared food products following safety and quality standards.
- Operated machinery for production processes efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations consistently.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies.
- Assisted in training new employees on procedures.
- Followed company policies for food handling and sanitation.
- Resolved production issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Provided technical support to other team members when needed.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Education
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
Danville, VA06-2005
Skills
- Tire assembly
- Hazardous material handling
- Machinery operation
- Quality inspection
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Team participation
- Critical thinking
- Safety training and adherence
- Effective communication
- Hand-eye coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self motivation
- Task coordination
- Adaptability
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Physical strength
- Problem solving
Timeline
Manual Tire Builder "Aero Tires"
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
01.2022 - Current
Component Preparer
Nestle USA
06.2010 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School