Allan Bridges
Leavenworth
Summary
Disciplined worker experienced in building bulk delivery pallets, managing inventory systems and operating gas, electric and propane powered forklift trucks to load and unload products. Recognized for maximizing storage space and efficiency.. Motivated and safety-conscious worker with over ten years of experience. Experience with rail cars and safety practices associated with inter rail transports. Experience with trouble shooting electrical and mechanical issues. Hands on worker who is excited to learn new skills and trades.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Technician
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
- Administered processes, resolved issues and recommended improvements for all structure methods.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Provided technical support to all projects and provided research for all developmental teams.
Loader and Unloader
Inter rail transport
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Loading and unloading vehicles to rail cars
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
- Placed parts on trailer safely to reduce damage during shipment.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
Maintenance Technician
Rak management
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
Forklift Operator
Old Dominion Freight
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
Forklift Operator
FedEx freight
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Leavenworth Sr High School
Leavenworth, KS05-2012
Skills
- Container Tagging and Marking
- Equipment Operation
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Loading and Unloading
- Problem Solving
- Warehouse Operations
- Loading Dock Operations
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Electric Pallet Jacks
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Data Entry
- Materials Handling Safety Training
- OSHA Compliance
Timeline
Process Technician
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Loader and Unloader
Inter rail transport
01.2022 - 01.2023
Maintenance Technician
Rak management
01.2021 - 12.2022
Forklift Operator
Old Dominion Freight
01.2017 - 12.2020
Forklift Operator
FedEx freight
01.2014 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Leavenworth Sr High School