Andy Gerard
Hephzibah,GA
Summary
Experienced machine operator with 25+ years in forklift, skid steer, and front end loader work, focused on safe inspections, efficient material handling, and reliable warehouse support.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator/Front End Loader Operator
Smurfit Westrock
Augusta, Ga
03.2019 - Current
- Load, unload, move and stack materials in warehouse
- inspect the front end loader and skid steer loader
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
Shipper/Forklift Operator
Sonoco Products Co
Augusta, Ga
08.2006 - 03.2019
- Provided goods for delivery while maintaining a positive, safe, and effective delivery
- Provided excellent customer relations with customers
- Checked and verified tags, markings, and labels for accuracy
- Unloaded trucks efficiently to ensure timely distribution of goods.
- Operated skid steer and bobcat to perform site preparation tasks.
- Operated baler to compress materials into manageable bales for recycling.
- Provided appropriate paperwork and performed duties in a manner that demonstrated the highest level of quality
Machine Operator/Brick Hacker
Boral Bricks
Augusta, Ga
08.1998 - 01.2006
- Stacking and arranging bricks
- Preparing bricks for shipments
- Transported materials using forklift
- Followed safety procedures and rules across Boral Bricks operations
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central High School
U.S Virgin Islands05-1989
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse operations
- Skid steer operation
- Loader operation
- Production preparation
Timeline
Machine Operator/Front End Loader Operator
Smurfit Westrock
03.2019 - Current
Shipper/Forklift Operator
Sonoco Products Co
08.2006 - 03.2019
Machine Operator/Brick Hacker
Boral Bricks
08.1998 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central High School