Cole Adkins
Glasgow,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional specializing in safety compliance and operational efficiency. Proven track record in troubleshooting equipment issues and maintaining precise records to enhance team performance. Strong analytical skills contribute to effective problem-solving and process improvement. Detail-oriented professional with strong skills in operational support, safety compliance, and equipment troubleshooting. Experienced in maintaining accurate records and ensuring preventive maintenance to enhance efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery 2nd Assistant, Utilities Department
Georgia Pacific Big Island Mill
Big Island, Virginia
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily operational tasks at Georgia Pacific Big Island Mill.
- Supported team members in maintaining safety protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Helped troubleshoot equipment issues with guidance from experienced workers.
- Documented procedures and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
- Maintained inventory levels and ensured supplies were readily available.
Pulp Mill Utility
Georgia-Pacific Big Island Mill
Big Island, Virginia
04.2019 - 07.2025
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Staunton River High School
Moneta, VA06-2001
Skills
- Operational support
- Safety compliance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Record management
Other positions worked at GP Big Island
- Service crew Aug 2018 - April 2019
- Qualified PM#4 utility operator
- Trained OOC inbound unloader
- Qualified Pulp Mill washer operator
- Trained PM#1 4th hand
- Currently training as set-up utility supervisor
Military service
- Served as an Infantryman in the Virginia Army National Guard from November 2004 to November 2012.
- Deployed overseas to the NATO peacekeeping mission in Kosovo in 2007.
- Deployed overseas to Iraq for Operation New Dawn in 2011.
- Served as a rifle team leader and as a acting squad leader in both operational and garrison environments.
- graduate of the Army Non-commissioned Officer course, Basic leader Course.
Timeline
Recovery 2nd Assistant, Utilities Department
Georgia Pacific Big Island Mill
07.2025 - Current
Pulp Mill Utility
Georgia-Pacific Big Island Mill
04.2019 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Staunton River High School