Caleb McKinney
ROGERSVILLE,Tennessee
Summary
Dedicated laborer skilled in heavy lifting and material handling. Proven ability to follow safety protocols and maintain job site organization.
Developed practical skills in fast-paced manual labor environment, focusing on safety and efficiency. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to learn new tasks quickly. Seeking to transition into new field while leveraging effective communication and teamwork skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Foundation and Drainage Technologies
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the installation of drainage systems according to project specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently within specified timelines.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on-site while performing labor-intensive duties.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper handling and storage techniques were used.
- Adapted quickly to changing work conditions, demonstrating flexibility in task execution.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
Line Assembler
Partners Industrial
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated hand tools and machinery safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules and tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and maintain a consistent workflow.
- Increased productivity by quickly identifying issues in the assembly process and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Practiced standard operating procedures for consistent production results.
- Monitored production processes to identify and address potential issues.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Restocked other stations and moved completed items to other stations for additional processing.
Food Service Worker
Food City
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared and served food items in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and customer preferences, enhancing satisfaction.
- Trained new staff on food handling procedures and customer service expectations.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Trained new staff on proper food handling and customer service techniques for better onboarding.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
Meat Packer
Grants Supermarket
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Operated packaging machinery to efficiently seal and label meat products
- Inspected packaged products for quality assurance before shipment
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels of meat supplies
- Adapted quickly to changes in production demands and schedules
- Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
- Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
- Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.
- Counted stock and recorded for inventory recordkeeping.
- Cut meat products with slicing equipment according to size specifications.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Unloaded meat and poultry from delivery trucks to sort and prepare for trimming
- Operated grinders, mincers and other equipment to process meat, poultry and fish.
- Monitored meat inventory in cases, restocking with fresh products when needed.
- Stocked and rotated inventory of meats, poultry and fish to maintain quality and freshness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pikeview High School
Princeton, WV04-2023
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Physical strength
- Material handling
- Repetitive work
- Truck loading and unloading
- Job site organization
- Hand-eye coordination
- Carrying heavy loads
- Equipment operation
- Safe vehicle operation
- Vehicle unloading and loading
- Clean driving record
- Residential construction
- Ditch digging
- Cement mixing
- Hand and power tools
- Plumbing very basics
Languages
English
Timeline
Laborer
Foundation and Drainage Technologies
09.2025 - Current
Line Assembler
Partners Industrial
06.2025 - 09.2025
Food Service Worker
Food City
09.2024 - 06.2025
Meat Packer
Grants Supermarket
01.2024 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Pikeview High School