Brandon Zilinski
Bartlesville,OK
Summary
With a proven track record at Zachr Industrial, I excel in heavy equipment operation and team collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in worksite safety and problem-solving, I significantly enhance operational efficiency and safety standards. My leadership in equipment inspections and fostering a positive work environment underscores my commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in dynamic settings.
Professional equipment operator with solid background in operating heavy machinery. Skilled in safely maneuvering and maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting operational goals. Reliable, with focus on efficiency and safety in dynamic work environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Zachry Industrial
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
Food Service Specialist
Department of Public Safety
06.2014 - 10.2022
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Increased kitchen staff efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed menu planning, food and supply purchases and inventory coordination.
- Prepared components for foods such as soups, entrees and side dishes.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques in meal preparation.
- Utilized time management skills effectively prioritizing tasks under pressure ensuring smooth operations during busy periods.
- Maintained proper temperatures during storage, cooking and serving.
- Kept surfaces, tools and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Manager
McDonald's
11.2003 - 05.2014
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
- Upheld company policies consistently across all areas of operation while remaining flexible enough to address unique situations as they arose within the workplace setting.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts effectively.
- Ensured high standards of cleanliness and sanitation with regular inspections and staff training.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing effective ordering procedures.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
Education
Business
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO07-2018
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Equipment operations
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- General labor
- Land clearing
- Following instructions
- Grading expertise
- Daily reporting
- Materials movement
- Soil compaction
- Grade checking
- Following project plans
- Grease and lubricant application
- Packaging and labeling
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety
- Clear communication
- Problem-solving
- Sorting and labeling
- Material handling
- Pallet jack handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory management
- Pallet jacks
- Heavy equipment operation
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Zachry Industrial
10.2022 - 02.2025
Food Service Specialist
Department of Public Safety
06.2014 - 10.2022
Manager
McDonald's
11.2003 - 05.2014
Business
Colorado Technical University
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