Anthony Turner
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Skilled loom and maintenance professional with hands-on experience in performance optimization and equipment repair. Strong background in training new hires, documenting repairs, and maintaining safety standards. Ready to support reliable output and consistent quality.
Diligent Maintenance manager with proven track record in managing shipping operations efficiently. Successfully oversaw logistics processes, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Demonstrated capacity in optimizing supply chain workflows and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Loom Technician
Milliken
12.2022 - Current
- Operated looms and monitored weaving performance for consistent fabric output.
- Adjusted machine settings to maintain quality standards and minimize defects.
- Inspected fabric for breaks, misweaves, and other production issues.
- Repaired warp and weft breaks to restore efficient loom operation.
- Performed routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on weaving equipment.
- Recorded production downtime and communicated issues to maintenance teams.
- Followed safety procedures and housekeeping standards across manufacturing floor.
- Trained new hires in proper operation, maintenance, and safety procedures to maintain efficient workflow.
- Reduced downtime by diligently performing routine maintenance on loom equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of loom repairs, modifications, and parts inventory for proper documentation.
Shipping Manager/Plant Maintenance Technician
Latham Pools
03.2014 - 10.2022
- Directed shipping operations to coordinate carrier pickups, dock schedules, and outbound order flow.
- Optimized load planning to improve trailer utilization and reduce freight handling delays.
- Oversaw bill of lading preparation, shipment documentation, and compliance with transportation requirements.
- Managed shipping staff performance, training, and daily workload prioritization across warehouse activities.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, and fielded client questions.
- Enforced safety standards and shipping protocols across dock operations and material handling activities.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving shipment issues promptly and professionally.
- Reduced order errors with thorough quality control checks before dispatching shipments.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around the warehouse.
- supervised loading staff in proper handling techniques for safe loading and unloading of goods.
- Conducted regular audits of shipping procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richmonr Sr High
Rockingham, NCSkills
- Weaving methods
- Machine setups
- Machine calibration
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Scheduled maintenance
- Health and safety compliance
- Forklift operation
- Color matching
- Technical communication
- Weaving performance optimization
Timeline
Loom Technician
Milliken
12.2022 - Current
Shipping Manager/Plant Maintenance Technician
Latham Pools
03.2014 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Richmonr Sr High