Desired Job Title
Forklift OperatorForge Press OperatorMaintenance SupervisorWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: DeKalb, Illinois, USDeKalb, IL
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
Curtis Lowe
DeKalb,Illinois
Work Preference
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong foundation in manufacturing and maintenance. Proven track record in enhancing production efficiency and upholding safety standards through effective equipment operation and team collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Tate & Lyle
Sycamore, Illinois
05.2019 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within production facilities, supporting timely production schedules.
- Executed loading and unloading of shipments, ensuring safe and efficient material handling.
- Performed routine inspections and basic repairs to uphold equipment functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and uphold safety standards.
Forge Press Operator
Forge Dekalb
DeKalb, Illinois
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Operated forge press machines, shaping metal components to meet production specifications.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate various materials and specifications.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring adherence to safety standards and reducing risk of accidents.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance to minimize failures.
- Collaborated with team members, improving production workflows and fostering effective communication.
Maintenance Supervisor
West Suburban Apartments
DeKalb, Illinois
10.2012 - 03.2015
- Supervised daily maintenance operations across residential units and common areas.
- Coordinated repair schedules with maintenance staff and external contractors to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure property standards and safety compliance.
- Trained team members on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of tools, materials, and supplies for efficient operations.
- Responded promptly to tenant maintenance requests and concerns.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Monitored and evaluated maintenance personnel performance, providing guidance and coaching to enhance team capabilities.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Coordinated emergency repairs to minimize disruption in production schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Cleveland, OhioSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Operational communication
- Logistics coordination
- Warehouse teamwork
- Material handling
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Performance management
- Leadership skills
References
- Kevin Johnson
- Vance Johnson
- Clarice Stewart
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Tate & Lyle
05.2019 - Current
Forge Press Operator
Forge Dekalb
02.2015 - 05.2019
Maintenance Supervisor
West Suburban Apartments
10.2012 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School