Calvin Thompson Sr
Pine Bluff,AR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Grain Elevator Operator
Consolidated Grain & Barge
Sherrill , AR
02.2013 - 01.2024
- Conducted tests such as moisture content analysis on grains before loading them into bins or shipping them out.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with equipment as needed.
- Ensured that safety guidelines were followed during all operations at the facility.
- Repaired and maintained equipment through problem identification and resolution.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for projects.
- Operated conveyor, stacker and loader equipment, observing safety features to avoid accidents.
- Removed debris to keep plant floors free of obstacles.
- Inspected all incoming loads of grain for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the operation of the grain elevator.
- Performed daily maintenance on the grain elevator including cleaning and lubrication of parts.
- Operated grain elevator and other equipment to unload, weigh, test, treat, store and ship grain.
Shift Supervisor
Planter Cotton Oil Mill
Pine Bluff, AR
03.2000 - 04.2012
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Addressed any issues that arose during the shift in a proactive manner.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
- Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
- Assisted upper management with daily operations to meet standards of service and quality.
- Enforced company policies fairly while maintaining an open door policy for staff concerns.
Painter Helper
W A Manufacturing
Pine Bluff, AR
03.1999 - 11.1999
- Helped the lead painter by carrying ladders and other materials needed for each job.
- Assisted in surface preparation activities such as sanding, scraping, masking off areas, filling holes with putty or plaster.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Cleaned work surfaces, equipment, tools, and brushes.
- Mixed and prepared paint according to specific instructions.
- Ensured adequate ventilation while mixing paints and solvents.
Oven and Fryer Operator
Tyson Foods
Pine Bluff, AR
06.1994 - 12.1998
- Monitored food during the cooking process to avoid burning and undercooking.
- Ensured that all fried foods were cooked at the correct temperature levels.
- Identified any potential hazards related to fryer usage or operation.
- Maintained proper fryer temperature to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Utilized appropriate personal protective equipment when working around hot oil.
- Kept accurate records of product temperatures throughout the cooking process.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
Education
GED -
Adult Education
Pine Bluff, AR02-1983
Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, ARSkills
- Safety Procedures
- Operations Monitoring
- Interpersonal Skills
- Reliability
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Certificate Fire Tube boiler Operator
- 3yrs Fork Lift Operator
- Front End Loader Operator
- Skidsteer Operator
- Maintenance Leadman
- System Troubleshooting
- Excellent Communication
- Decision-Making
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Operations Support
- Decision-Making Capabilities
- Team Motivation
Training
- CPR
- EMERGENCY PROTOCOL
- Leadership
- Employee of the year
- Rescue Entry
Timeline
Grain Elevator Operator
Consolidated Grain & Barge
02.2013 - 01.2024
Shift Supervisor
Planter Cotton Oil Mill
03.2000 - 04.2012
Painter Helper
W A Manufacturing
03.1999 - 11.1999
Oven and Fryer Operator
Tyson Foods
06.1994 - 12.1998
GED -
Adult Education
Pine Bluff
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