Levar Richardson
Talladega,AL
Summary
Motivated and results-driven professional with over 13 years of experience in customer and product support, including expertise in warehousing, production, and event coordination. Skilled at facilitating efficient operations, solving problems quickly, and meeting deadlines. Collaborative team member with a strong track record in assembling and managing production-related tasks. Demonstrated ability to adapt to multiple roles and thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Lowe's Home Improvement
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Moved freight from receiving to shipping areas, ensuring timely distribution of products and smooth warehouse operations.
- Placed products in designated locations to build inventory, maintaining an organized and accessible stock for efficient order fulfillment.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around the work site, organizing products according to immediate need and improving workflow efficiency.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
PFNonwovens
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Reviewed production orders, work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to determine the items to be moved, gathered, or distributed, ensuring that all inventory needs were met accurately and promptly.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to safely transfer large products throughout the warehouse, improving accessibility and streamlining inventory movement.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and actively reducing workplace hazards, contributing to a safer, more efficient warehouse.
Production Crew
Groundworks
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Coordinated the transportation and setup of event props for over 50 high-profile events, ensuring all props arrived on time and met client specifications.
- Streamlined the process of relocating pop-up events, improving setup time by 20% without sacrificing quality or safety.
- Collaborated with film crews and designers to ensure seamless integration of props on set, maintaining continuity during filming.
Assistant Parking Coordinator
Presidential Parking
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Managed the parking arrangements for over 100 production staff and crew members during major film and TV shoots, ensuring smooth logistics on-site.
- Scheduled and assigned a team of 15 employees to support event setups and breakdowns, improving event turnaround time by 15%.
- Verified and processed time logs for 20+ employees weekly, ensuring accurate payroll distribution and compliance with company policies.
Construction Flagger
Wilkes-Barre, PA
04.2010 - 01.2016
- Ensured the safety of over 200 drivers and construction workers daily by monitoring traffic flow in active construction zones.
- Reduced traffic delays by 25% through proactive communication with team members and timely updates to signage.
- Supervised the setup of materials and tools for construction teams, ensuring job sites were prepared for efficient operation.ms.
Forklift Operator
Georgia-Pacific
12.2005 - 03.2010
- Maintained accurate daily production logs, tracking key data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to ensure management was well-informed and operations ran smoothly.
- Safely unloaded trucks and rail cars, efficiently moving materials to staging areas and ensuring the warehouse operated without delays.
- Supported shipping and receiving operations by carefully packaging and labeling materials, ensuring the correct items were shipped and received per customer specifications.
E-5/ Sergeant (Motor Vehicle Operator)
United States Marine Corps
06.1996 - 10.2005
- Trained over 40 Marines in emergency preparedness, tactical planning, equipment maintenance, and weapon use, improving team readiness for deployment and mission success.
- Managed quality assurance for vehicles and training courses, ensuring all equipment was mission-ready and compliant with military standards, contributing to a 100% pass rate during vehicle inspections.
- Led vehicle logistics operations as Chief Dispatcher, coordinating transportation for battalion operations and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and personnel.
- Instructed and supervised Hummer operations and interior guard duties, enhancing the unit's overall operational efficiency and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Talladega High School
Talladega, AL01.1996
Skills
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
- Resourceful Task Management
- Adaptability to Change
- Proactive Learner
- Results-Driven
Certification
- Grey Belt CRS
- OSHA 10HR Construction
- Pride Aerial Lift
- Fork Lift Certification
Military Service
USMC, United States, Sergeant, 05/01/96, 10/31/06, Dispatching motor vehicles., Served as the licensing NCO of the battalion., War on terrorism, Combat, Good conduct ribbon
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Lowe's Home Improvement
12.2023 - 08.2024
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
PFNonwovens
09.2022 - 08.2023
Production Crew
Groundworks
04.2019 - 11.2022
Assistant Parking Coordinator
Presidential Parking
01.2016 - 04.2019
Construction Flagger
Wilkes-Barre, PA
04.2010 - 01.2016
Forklift Operator
Georgia-Pacific
12.2005 - 03.2010
E-5/ Sergeant (Motor Vehicle Operator)
United States Marine Corps
06.1996 - 10.2005
- Grey Belt CRS
- OSHA 10HR Construction
- Pride Aerial Lift
- Fork Lift Certification
High School Diploma -
Talladega High School
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