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Bobby Higdon

Hanceville,AL

Summary

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.

Overview

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

Re Garrison Trucking
03 2024 - 06 2024
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.
  • Guaranteed adherence to environmental standards by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials generated during repairs.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.

Spot Repair Operator

REHAU
03 2012 - 03 2024
  • Repairing painted parts off of Paint line that needs more than just polished
  • Including priming some raw parts, painting and making sure parts are in quality standards for our customers such as Mercedes, Nissan and Volkswagen
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.

Fort Lift Operator

REHAU
03 2006 - 03 2012
  • Running orders on production
  • Shipping and Receiving, Picked orders, loaded and unloaded trucks by hand and by forklift.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.

Injection Molding Machine Assistant/ Regind Operator

REHAU
10 2001 - 03 2006
  • Regrind raw and painted parts for recycle and for Injection Molding to reuse
  • Ran multiple Molding Machines to give breaks and lunches
  • Ran front and rear sonic welding machines that produced an average of 328 bumpers a day.
  • Increased production efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting machine equipment on a regular basis.

Education

Associates - Auto-body Collision and Repair

Wallace State Community College
05.2012

Tech Prep Diploma - Drafting

Cullman Area Technology Academy
Cullman, AL
2000

Skills

  • Mechanic Experience
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Assembly
  • Manufacturing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Warehouse experience
  • Forklift Certification
  • Detail Oriented
  • Advanced spray techniques
  • Defect Correction
  • Paint Sprayer Operation

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

Re Garrison Trucking
03 2024 - 06 2024

Spot Repair Operator

REHAU
03 2012 - 03 2024

Fort Lift Operator

REHAU
03 2006 - 03 2012

Injection Molding Machine Assistant/ Regind Operator

REHAU
10 2001 - 03 2006

Associates - Auto-body Collision and Repair

Wallace State Community College

Tech Prep Diploma - Drafting

Cullman Area Technology Academy
Bobby Higdon