Dale Cook
Hanahan,SC
Summary
Hardworking Operator skilled in quality control and machine and equipment troubleshooting paired with outstanding time management and multitasking abilities. Quick learner offering 15 years of experience operating machines of various magnitudes. Focused on bringing in new ideas, working safely, and increasing productivity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Galvanizing Line Entry Operator
Nucor Steel Berkeley
Huger, SC
01.2022 - 12.2023
- I ensured the safety of all teammates working in my area.
- I prepared all incoming product by making sure it met all specifications of the order made.
- I assured all product was loaded in correct order according to schedule.
- I welded each order together in a timely manner to keep line from stopping.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
Galvanizing Line Exit Operator
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
08.2018 - 12.2021
- My main responsibility was to safeguard all teammates on the exit end, myself included
- I ensured everyone was working safely and had all of the tools, training, and assistance they needed to complete his/her job responsibilities safely
- I oversaw all processes done on the exit end
- I was directly responsible for running the tension leveler, operating passivate roll coaters, and applying rust inhibitive oils and pre-lubes to products
- I resolved any quality issues that arose and assisted the inspector.
Galvanizing Line Tester / Inspector
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
Galvanizing Line Crane Operator
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
09.2013 - 04.2016
- Carefully operated crane while monitoring coworker, personal and overall work zone safety
- Performed daily safety checks to ensure equipment was in safe operating condition
- Prepared packages for shipment using tools, semi-automatic equipment and automatic machinery.
Temper Mill Bander
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Made sure to package coils according to schedule
- Used the scale and entered correct weights in AS400
- Improved safety by creating a coil centering tool for coil car.
Project Manager
Azalea Moving & Storage
North Charleston, SC
06.2004 - 09.2011
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout move.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
No Degree / Computer Engineering -
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Hanahan High School
Skills
- Overhead Crane Operator
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment Operation
- Tool Operation
- Valid CDL Driver's License
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Continuous Improvement
- Hand and Power Tools
- Troubleshooting
- Warehouse Operations
Affiliations
- Sailing
- Fishing
- Coaching Rec Sports Teams
Certification
SC Class A Commercial Drivers License
Certified Overhead Crane Operator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Galvanizing Line Entry Operator
Nucor Steel Berkeley
01.2022 - 12.2023
Galvanizing Line Exit Operator
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
08.2018 - 12.2021
Galvanizing Line Tester / Inspector
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
04.2016 - 08.2018
Galvanizing Line Crane Operator
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
09.2013 - 04.2016
Temper Mill Bander
Nucor Steel-Berkeley
09.2011 - 09.2013
Project Manager
Azalea Moving & Storage
06.2004 - 09.2011
No Degree / Computer Engineering -
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Hanahan High School
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