BRANDON JOHNSON
Stockton,CA
Summary
Operations-focused professional with strengths in equipment handling, yard movement, and warehouse coordination, with over 7 years of experience. Background includes forklift operation, container handling, railcar switching, inventory control, and safety inspections, with added experience supporting line teams and escalating equipment issues quickly. Delivers consistent support for safe, organized, and efficient production flow.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Terminal Operator | Hostler Driver | Switchman/Brakeman
ITS ConGlobal
Stockton, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Operate hostlers, top loaders, side loaders, and cranes to move containers.
- Load and usenload containers from tracks, trailers, and railcars.
- Stack, unstack, and arrange containers to match the active yard plan.
- Perform railcar switching and brake operations
- Complete safety checks on equipment before use.
- Keep dispatch and team members informed through clear communication.
Lead Production Associate
Tesla, Inc.
Fremont, CA
03.2016 - 12.2024
- Coordinated daily production tasks, assigned work areas, and guided team members to ensure smooth assembly line operations.
- Trained new and existing production associates, enhancing team readiness and updating workstation procedures.
- Identified and escalated mechanical and technical issues to support groups or associate managers for prompt resolution.
- Maintained team compliance with strict safety guidelines, PPE requirements, and Tesla standards.
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Trader Joe's Warehouse
Stockton, California
03.2011 - 03.2016
- Assigned daily tasks and coordinated shift coverage for forklift drivers and warehouse staff to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitored loading and unloading activities while assisting with inventory control to optimize stock management.
- Enforced OSHA safety rules, completed equipment inspections, and monitored safe driving practices.
- Reviewed and validated operator and handler training, certification, and evaluation status to maintain compliance and safety standards.
Forklift Operator
Trader Joe's Warehouse
Stockton, CA
10.2007 - 01.2011
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, verifying shipment accuracy to ensure inventory integrity.
- Operated forklifts safely throughout busy warehouse operations.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to support efficient warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure safe aisle movement and facilitate smooth product flow.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
Memphis, TN05-2006
Skills
- Production & Manufacturing Support
- Material Handling & Inventory Control
- Forklift Operation (Sit-Down & Stand-Up)
- Assembly line efficiency
- Logistics & Dispatch Coordination
- Safety Compliance (EHS / OSHA Standards)
- Quality Control & Inspection
- Lean manufacturing
- Team Coordination
- Operational Efficiency
Timeline
Terminal Operator | Hostler Driver | Switchman/Brakeman
ITS ConGlobal
12.2024 - Current
Lead Production Associate
Tesla, Inc.
03.2016 - 12.2024
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Trader Joe's Warehouse
03.2011 - 03.2016
Forklift Operator
Trader Joe's Warehouse
10.2007 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School