Branden Nixon
Dayton,OHIO
Summary
Talented Operator proficient in assembly line work. Eager to bring experience and abilities to support production needs at mahle and fuyao.
Seasoned machine Operator adept at learning new roles quickly and adapting to changing demands. Able to train and mentor new team members on production operations, equipment care and tool use. Seasoned forklift driver with years of experience using both electric and propane.
Enthusiastic Operator with expertise in line production. Familiar with associated hand and power tools as well as line equipment use, maintenance and calibration. Offering 3 years of related experience.
Hardworking Crew Chief eager to secure a lead role and put my talents to good use. A 5 year background in customer service, Talented at coordinating cleaning plans and schedules to meet store and operational quality commitments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Pella Windows
Troy, OH
02.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport materials throughout warehouse.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of supplies to meet production demands.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming and outgoing shipments, maintaining high standards for product integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures for material handling equipment.
- Implemented organization systems within storage areas, improving accessibility and inventory accuracy.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency in material handling tasks.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying maintenance needs to prevent operational disruptions.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
Department Manager
Mcdonalds
Dayton, OH
03.2018 - 02.2025
- Established work schedules based on team member skills and coverage requirements.
- Directed daily activities to achieve team objectives while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Enhanced team flexibility by cross-training members in all key roles.
- Worked from May 2017 to October 2017, contributing to operational success.
Delivery Truck Driver
Juices Unlimited Inc
Dayton, OHIO
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Coordinated accurate paperwork and collected payments from customers to meet financial objectives.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in all interactions to promote satisfaction and maintain company loyalty.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
- Verified order details at distribution center and customer locations to prevent errors.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
- Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maximized schedule efficiency and personal use of time by planning optimal routes.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Operator
Mahle Behr
Dayton, OH
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Put completed products into packages and moved to staging locations.
- Evaluated materials, parts and final products for quality and removed defects.
- Maintained record accuracy by using work order reporting system.
- Selected proper cutting tools and calculated correct parameters to manufacture quality parts.
- Accomplished tasks according to schedule and helped struggling team members.
- Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
Machine Operator forklift Operator
Fuyao Glass Of America
Moraine, Ohio
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Operated equipment in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
- Comprehended and carried out routine or complex job specifications and requirements.
- Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Performed complex jobs that were under development with minimal supervision, ensuring part conformity to specifications and requirements.
- Practiced safe driving procedures when traveling to and from locations, following company, customer and state laws requirements.
- Read and interpreted operation and parameter sheets to effectively complete each job.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
- Reported all operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Carrollton High School
West Carrollton, OH2015
Skills
- Materials movement
- Production positions
- Documentation ability
- Equipment operation
- Hand and power tools
- Proficiency with mechanical and electric tools
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Computer literate
- Customer service skills
- Flexible work schedule
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Leadership
- High school diploma
- Solid communication skills
- Basic math skills
- Production line/assembly line forklift experience
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent plan comprehension
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic project planning
- Consistent work history
- Project organization
- OSHA regulatory compliance
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good at following instructions
- Manual labor skills
- Lifting up to 100 lbs
- Safety understanding
- Team player
- Product identification
- Storage organization
- Shipping and packaging
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cash handling accuracy
- Excellent multi-tasker
- Effective team player
Certification
Forklift
Servsafe
Timeline
Material Handler
Pella Windows
02.2025 - Current
Delivery Truck Driver
Juices Unlimited Inc
02.2019 - 08.2019
Operator
Mahle Behr
08.2018 - 01.2019
Department Manager
Mcdonalds
03.2018 - 02.2025
Machine Operator forklift Operator
Fuyao Glass Of America
05.2016 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
West Carrollton High School