Bailey Tankersley
Gardner,IL
Summary
Experienced and safety-focused Explosive Technician with a solid background in handling hazardous materials and maintaining precise warehouse operations. Skilled at working under pressure while ensuring compliance with strict safety standards. Known for dependability, strong attention to detail, and a disciplined approach in fast-moving, high-risk environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Explosive Technician
RMSS
01.2025 - Current
- Utilized controlled explosives to safely dislodge fly ash buildup within power plants, including the cleaning of SDAs (Spray Dryer Absorbers), hoppers, and boilers.
- Operated specialized equipment, including 12-gauge shotguns, to remove residual ash and buildup from system walls.
- Maintained strict safety protocols while ensuring efficient plant maintenance and performance.
Order Picker
Aldi Warehouse
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Operated a tugger to transport and stack products onto pallets according to order specifications.
- Placed completed pallets in designated staging areas for outbound loading.
- Worked efficiently in refrigerated and freezer environments while meeting productivity targets and maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.
Machine Put Away
Grainger
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Responsible for putting away inventory from pallets onto designated shelving using RF scanners.
- Unloaded and loaded trailers, transported materials to specified areas using Raymond equipment including multilevel pickers, pacers, and tuggers.
- Worked in the bulk check-in department handling incoming product inspections.
- Regularly handled and cleaned hazardous materials in compliance with safety protocols.
- Also responsible for equipment organization and general warehouse upkeep.
Hotdog Packoff
ProLogistix
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Inspected hot dogs for quality assurance on a fast-paced production line.
- Packed products into boxes, labeled and sealed them, then palletized finished boxes for distribution.
- Maintained cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards throughout the shift.
Warehouse Associate
US Cold Storage
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Operated stand up Crown forklift to pick and move products in a high volume freezer warehouse.
- Broke down pallets, organized inventory, and ensured accurate order fulfillment while maintaining safety standards in extreme cold conditions.
Manager
McDonalds
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw daily operations including food preparation, customer service, and cleanliness.
- Delegated tasks to team members to maintain efficiency during peak hours.
- Handled cash responsibilities such as counting drawers, preparing deposits, and transporting funds to the bank.
- Ensured customer satisfaction and enforced company policies.
Material Handler
Ingram Micro
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Responsible for breaking down pallets and unloading trucks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Handled and organized electronic parts with care to ensure accurate inventory management.
Material Handler
LSC Communications
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Palletized finished books
- Fed pages into production lines, inspected for defects, sorted through bad stock, and applied labels
- Maintained a clean, organized work area while meeting production targets in a fast-paced environment.
Industrial Athlete
Eclipse Advantage
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Efficiently broke down pallets and unloaded trucks to maintain smooth warehouse operations.
- Applied date labels to perishable products such as bread, donuts, and similar items to ensure proper rotation and freshness.
Manager
McDonald's
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Oversaw daily operations including food preparation, customer service, and cleanliness.
- Delegated tasks to team members to maintain efficiency during peak hours.
- Handled cash responsibilities such as counting drawers, preparing deposits, and transporting funds to the bank.
- Ensured customer satisfaction and enforced company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dwight Township High School
Dwight, IL05.2017
Skills
- Explosives detonation
- Explosives handling and disposal
- Explosives safety
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Maintained a perfect safety record while handling, transporting, and storing explosives in high-pressure environments.
- Reduced warehouse errors by consistently following and enforcing strict inventory control procedures.
- Selected for high-trust assignments due to attention to detail, reliability, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new team members, ensuring compliance with warehouse guidelines.
- Recognized by supervisors for consistent performance, strong work ethic, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Achieved daily productivity targets without compromising safety or quality standards in a fast-paced environment.
Timeline
Explosive Technician
RMSS
01.2025 - Current
Order Picker
Aldi Warehouse
08.2023 - 01.2025
Machine Put Away
Grainger
08.2021 - 07.2023
Hotdog Packoff
ProLogistix
07.2020 - 05.2021
Warehouse Associate
US Cold Storage
02.2020 - 06.2020
Manager
McDonalds
07.2019 - 01.2020
Material Handler
Ingram Micro
06.2019 - 07.2019
Material Handler
LSC Communications
11.2018 - 05.2019
Industrial Athlete
Eclipse Advantage
07.2018 - 10.2018
Manager
McDonald's
06.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Dwight Township High School
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