Trent Kleyn | Maintenance Technician
AGE: 25
YEARS AT RADIUS: 4
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Forklift Operator Certification
What do you do on a day-to-day basis at your job?
I run machines and conduct preventative maintenance. I also troubleshoot and make repairs to machines when necessary. Quality and safety checks are also completed throughout my shift.
How did you arrive at your current position? What was your professional or career path?
Internal promotions. I was hired as a warehouse forklift operator. I did some inventory control and was the night lead. I had an interest in the machines so I applied for a machine technician position and was extended an offer.
What is the best part about your job?
When we have trouble with a machine, I’m pushed to think thoroughly about the issue and the proper function to make a diagnosis and repair.
Carelieta Clay | Process Improvement Leader
AGE: 37
YEARS AT RADIUS: 15
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Business Major at MATC
What do you do on a day-to-day basis at your job?
I oversee the production floor. I work with machine technicians, packers, forklift drivers, and various other departments to ensure we’re producing quality products and satisfying our customers.
How did you arrive at your current position? What was your professional or career path?
I started off as a Quality Technician 15 years ago then worked as a Quality Leader for 4 years. I’ve been in my current role as Process Improvement Leader for a little over a year.
What is the best part about your job?
The people. We have our good days, we have our bad days, but at the end of the day we’re one big family.