Brandon Childs
Natural Bridge Station,Virginia
Summary
Adept at optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing safety protocols, my tenure at Georgia Pacific showcased my strong organizational skills and commitment to excellence. Leveraging expertise in warehouse safety and teamwork, I significantly minimized downtime and errors. My proactive approach and problem-solving abilities have consistently improved operational efficiency and team competency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping Operator
Georgia Pacific
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained compliance with all regulations and safety protocols, minimizing errors and potential fines for noncompliance.
- Optimized the use of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyors to expedite product movement and minimize downtime due to maintenance or repairs.
- Contributed positively to workplace safety culture by identifying potential hazards in the warehouse environment and addressing them proactively before incidents could occur.
- Implemented innovative storage solutions to maximize warehouse space utilization while maintaining easy access to products for prompt shipping.
- Maintained a clean and organized warehouse environment by enforcing compliance with all applicable safety regulations and housekeeping standards.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Journeyman Ironworker
Iron Workers Union Local 28
05.2018 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
- Increased overall team competency by providing mentorship and guidance to apprentice ironworkers, sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
- Expedited construction timelines through proficient use of cranes for accurate placement of structural elements.
- Improved workplace organization by maintaining a clean job site, reducing hazards and increasing efficiency.
- Reduced downtime on projects by conducting regular maintenance checks on rigging equipment and tools.
- Ensured project safety through diligent inspection of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Achieved lasting connections between materials using skilled techniques such as riveting, welding, and bolting.
- Enhanced structural integrity by skillfully welding and bolting iron components.
- Showcased versatility in skillset through the ability to work on diverse projects including commercial buildings, bridges, stadiums, and power plants.
Heavy Equipment Technician
Virginia Department of Transportation
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Maintained detailed service records for each piece of equipment, allowing for accurate tracking of maintenance history and future needs.
- Maintained quality and safety by reporting equipment issues and malfunctions for repairs.
- Delivered consistent quality workmanship while adhering to strict deadlines, minimizing project delays due to equipment failures.
- Kept up-to-date with industry developments through continuous training in new technologies and best practices.
- Operated front-mounted hydraulically powered lifts to transport bulk materials.
- Recorded accurate daily vehicle mileage logs.
- Assisted in planning preventative maintenance schedules based on manufacturer recommendations and equipment usage patterns.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Climbed and maintained balance on steel framework, stairs and ladders.
- Provided technical assistance to operators, helping them understand proper machine usage and preventive maintenance techniques.
- Responded to both hand and verbal instructions.
- Supported company''s environmental goals by properly disposing hazardous materials according to regulations during maintenance activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alleghany County Public Schools
Clifton Forge, VA06.2003
No Degree - Automotive Repair
Jackson River Technical Center
Covington, VA06.2003
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Data entry proficiency
- Shipping Documentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Warehouse Safety
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Fork-lift operator
- Aerial Man Lift
- Scissor Lift
- (SMAW) 4G Overhead Welding
- OSHA 10
- Confined Space Entry
- CPR/AED
- Overhead Hoist/Crane
Timeline
Shipping Operator
Georgia Pacific
03.2024 - Current
Journeyman Ironworker
Iron Workers Union Local 28
05.2018 - 03.2024
Heavy Equipment Technician
Virginia Department of Transportation
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Fork-lift operator
- Aerial Man Lift
- Scissor Lift
- (SMAW) 4G Overhead Welding
- OSHA 10
- Confined Space Entry
- CPR/AED
- Overhead Hoist/Crane
High School Diploma -
Alleghany County Public Schools
No Degree - Automotive Repair
Jackson River Technical Center
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