Cedric Bonds
Coordinator/ Dept. Lead
Ripley,TN
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused individual, anxious to obtain a lower-level Management position to help launch career while achieving the goals of the company.
Work History
Fork Truck Operator
Lowe's Flatbed Distribution Center
Brownsville, TN
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Maintained forklift by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns and conducting routine pre and post inspections.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Operated Propane forklift to transfer products and other cargo into and out of storage.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Installed tarps on flatbed trailers.
Light Duty Maintenance Technician
Lauderdale County Board Of Education
Ripley, TN
05.2011 - 02.2013
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work.
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
Paint Shop Supervisor
Premier MSS At Harley-Davidson
Kansas City, MO
04.2004 - 09.2009
- Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries(Harley-Davidson).
- Walked through department multiple times during shift to evaluate and correct issues such as improper cleaning techniques.
- Developed more efficient ways to clean paintbooths
- Took air quality samples to prevent/ detect defects inside oven
- Reduced expenses by renegotiating vendor contracts to eliminate waste and hazardous chemicals used when cleaning
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like absentees, planned vacations and individual employee issues.
- Assigned jobs to individual employees by considering factors such as previous training, current abilities and general knowledge.
- Trained team members in safety policies to meet operational and safety requirements.
- Recruited, hired and trained over hundreds of new team members.
- Successfully drove new product lines to increase profits.
Infantryman (11B)
US Army
Ft. Campbell , KY
06.1998 - 07.2001
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Researched targets developed by various modes of intelligence to determine relevance to mission objectives and usefulness in field operations.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
Education
High School Diploma -
05.1998 - 05.1998
Skills
Good Depth Perception
Quality Assurance
Production Support
Problem Anticipation and Resolution
Time Management
Operation Monitoring
Resource Planning
Word Processing
Spreadsheet Tracking
Timeline
Fork Truck Operator - Lowe's Flatbed Distribution Center
03.2013 - 06.2014
Light Duty Maintenance Technician - Lauderdale County Board Of Education
05.2011 - 02.2013
Paint Shop Supervisor - Premier MSS At Harley-Davidson
04.2004 - 09.2009
Infantryman (11B) - US Army
06.1998 - 07.2001
Ripley High School - High School Diploma,
05.1998 - 05.1998