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Andre Johnson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Thorough General Operator with 17 years background in heavy machine, forklift and evaporator operations. Outstanding problem-solving and technical skills. Proficient in reading blueprints, manuals, and schematics.
Efficient and accurate, with clean safety record. Proficient in operating under tight schedules with minimal oversight

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Evaporator Operator

Corbion
Dolton, IL
10.2022 - Current
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Controls single-stage or multiple-effect evaporators to concentrate chemical solutions to specified density by evaporation: Starts pumps and turns valves to admit liquid solution, steam, and cooling water into system.
  • Observes temperature, pressure, and vacuum gauge readings and adjusts pumps to conform to specifications. Turns feed valves to regulate flow of solution through system and to obtain specified concentration.
  • Tests solution pumped from last effect, using hydrometer, to ascertain that solution is concentrated to specified density.

Crane Operator

Metal Matic
Burbank, IL
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maintained optimal equipment performance by performing routine maintenance tasks and promptly addressing issues.
  • Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
  • Leveraged knowledge of load charts, rigging techniques, and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of crane operation.
  • Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by staying current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
  • Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
  • Reviewed and interpreted blueprints and diagrams to safely operate cranes.

Material Handler

Signode Steel
Bridgeview, IL
03.2018 - 09.2020
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.

Forklift Operator

Notrax
Chicago, IL
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Forklift Operator

Integrity
Mokena , IL
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Participated in small group improvement teams.
  • Attended safety meetings and training as periodically scheduled.
  • Complied with good manufacturing practices (GMP) as required.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques
  • Contributed to sustainability efforts by properly disposing of damaged or expired products in compliance with company policies as well as local regulations
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials

Forklift Operator

PepsiCo
Chicago, IL
02.2016 - 06.2016

• Correctly and efficiently moved product between delivery vehicles, staging areas, and storage.
• Performed minor maintenance on equipment and report complex issues to management.
• Maintained records of daily check list (pre-trip inspections)
• Maintained a safe and orderly storage arrangement for all items handled
• Pulled and placed pallets on/off vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically

Forklift Operator

LBP
Chicago, IL
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Contributed to sustainability efforts by properly disposing of damaged or expired products in compliance with company policies as well as local regulations.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.

Education

Trained And OSHA-certified Forklift Operator -

National Center For Construction
Chicago, IL
07.2002

High School Diploma -

Calumet Prep High School
Chicago, IL
06.1997

Skills

  • Manufacturing Procedures
  • Problem-Solving
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Effective Communication
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Safety Compliance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Machine Operation
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling

Timeline

Evaporator Operator

Corbion
10.2022 - Current

Crane Operator

Metal Matic
10.2020 - 04.2021

Material Handler

Signode Steel
03.2018 - 09.2020

Forklift Operator

Integrity
08.2017 - 12.2017

Forklift Operator

Notrax
06.2016 - 08.2018

Forklift Operator

PepsiCo
02.2016 - 06.2016

Forklift Operator

LBP
01.2012 - 01.2015

Trained And OSHA-certified Forklift Operator -

National Center For Construction

High School Diploma -

Calumet Prep High School
Andre Johnson