Bruce Witherspoon
Texarkana,AR
Summary
Energetically driving success as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Welspun Pipes, I leveraged my excavation expertise and teamwork process to enhance safety and efficiency. Mastering equipment handling and maintenance, I significantly contributed to meeting rigorous production specifications, underscoring my commitment to excellence and collaborative achievement in high-stakes environments. I am a highly motivated and driven individual that learns and adapts quickly. I am eager to obtain employment to use my skills and abilities to be a great asset to the company
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Welspun Pipes
Little Rock, AR
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Secured cargo using chains, straps, or other securement devices.
- Transported pipe and equipment to job sites using forklifts or hand trucks.
- Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
- Operated heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
- Ensured the accuracy of production specifications by monitoring machine operations.
- Loaded and unloaded pipes onto machines for processing.
Forklift Operator
Rinco
Benton, AR
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Received and stored raw materials in an organized manner.
- Inspected incoming raw materials to ensure quality standards were met.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved pallets of raw materials with a forklift.
- Reported any defective or damaged goods to supervisor immediately.
Forklift Operator
Funder America
Hope, AR
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
Production Worker
Tyson Foods
Nashville, AR
07.2008 - 03.2014
- Followed safety protocols when operating the pallet jack, such as wearing protective gear and adhering to speed limits.
- Moved heavy pallets of product from one area of the warehouse to another with accuracy and efficiency.
- Performed daily checks on the pallet jack before use to ensure proper functioning.
- Safely operated an electric-powered stacker while maneuvering through tight spaces in the warehouse.
- Reported any damaged products or equipment malfunctions immediately to supervisors.
- Ensured that all products were stored safely and securely at all times.
- Wrapped and labeled outgoing orders for shipping in accordance with company standards.
- Operated pallet jacks in freezer and refrigerator warehouse environments safely and without equipment or product damage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saratoga High
Saratoga, Ar05-2003
Skills
- Excavation
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Machinery inspection
- Equipment handling
- Heavy lifting
- Construction background
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety regulation compliance
- Safe equipment operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy equipment operator
Certification
- Heavy equipment certification
Experience
- Forklift experience. General labor and construction. Production
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Welspun Pipes
01.2024 - 11.2024
Forklift Operator
Rinco
02.2018 - 08.2018
Forklift Operator
Funder America
02.2015 - 08.2016
Production Worker
Tyson Foods
07.2008 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Saratoga High