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Charles Ratliff

Bulls Gap

Summary

Dynamic manufacturing professional with extensive experience at Foster/HRT Manufacturing, excelling in assembly and production oversight. Proven track record in quality assurance and machinery operation, complemented by strong teamwork and communication skills. Committed to safety compliance and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal production efficiency and machine performance.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Asst Production Supervisor/Line Lead/Operator

Foster/HRT Manufacturing
08.2007 - 05.2025

• Assisted in ensuring production was met and all machines were in proper working condition

• Ensured proper parts were at each machine in a timely matter and that said parts were adequately stocked based on upcoming workload

• Acted as a floater for absences and breaks

• Ability to operate all machines across all three lines in my department

• Drove stand up forklift as needed


• This job ended because Hurricane Helene destroyed both facilities. After liquidating all remaining product in both warehouses company closed for good

Assembly Supervisor/Operator

PSI Of Tennessee
01.2001 - 08.2007

• Supervised all assembly production in the assembly area.

• Supervised all machine operations within assembly area.

• Performed Quality Assurance checks within assembly area.

• Operated all machines within assembly area aa needed.


• Left this job for Foster/HRT

Machine Operator

Assured Castings
06.1997 - 12.2000

• Operated and maintenanced all four of the press machines.

• Packed out boxes for the robotron machines

• Performed Quality checks for my entire department twice a night.


• Left because entire department was closed down.

Education

Associate of Science - Electronics/Industrial Technology

ITT Technical Institute
Knoxville
09.1994

Skills

  • Assembly and production
  • Safety compliance
  • Strong work ethic
  • Good communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Machinery operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Quality assurance
  • Production monitoring
  • Preventive Maintenance

Timeline

Asst Production Supervisor/Line Lead/Operator

Foster/HRT Manufacturing
08.2007 - 05.2025

Assembly Supervisor/Operator

PSI Of Tennessee
01.2001 - 08.2007

Machine Operator

Assured Castings
06.1997 - 12.2000

Associate of Science - Electronics/Industrial Technology

ITT Technical Institute
Charles Ratliff