David Trunk
Villa Park,IL
Summary
Diligent manufacturing team member well-versed in completing product assemblies. Proven skills in reading blueprints, organizing supplies and testing product quality. Dependable team player experienced in operating and maintaining equipment. Well experienced in most forklift
sizes and weights.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder, Assembler, Forklift Operator
ONE THREE SIX INC.
Wood Dale, IL
06.1999 - 08.2009
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Applied safety equipment, kill switches and pinch points to machinery.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Completed inventory cycle counts and documented all information in [Type] reports to give to [Job Title].
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Informed forklift personnel or [Job title] when running low on fab stock to be welded.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Assembled compressors using Work Center Instructions (WCI), Piping and Instrumentation instructions (P and I), Wiring Diagram (WD), Bill of Material (BOM) and assembly drawings.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Assembled frames, separator tanks, components to engines in assigned area per BOM or WCI.
- Identified machinery malfunctions by performing troubleshooting tasks.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
- Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
Welding Fabricator, Forklift Operator, Assembly
EJECTOR SYSTEMS INC.
Addison, IL
09.1990 - 07.1999
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for items.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Used basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Identified machinery malfunctions by performing troubleshooting tasks.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated all loaders, [Type] and [Type] equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Analyzed project specifications and other instructions prior to job start to pinpoint tasks and determine completion dates.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Sampled and tested final products to check conformance with production tolerances.
- Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Buffed out minor scratches and imperfections to improve product quality.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
Forklift Operator
WIRE ROPE INC.
Addison, IL
08.1986 - 07.1990
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- SPOOLED CABLE PER ORDER
- Coltroled Stocking
- Shipping and recieving
- welding cable ends per customer specs.
Customer Service Associate
VENTURE RETAIL STORE
Addison, IL
04.1985 - 10.1986
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
- Developed and actualized customer service initiatives to decrease wait times.
Customer Service Associate, Cashier
Cavett Rexall
Addison, IL
03.1984 - 06.1986
- Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
- Executes excellent sales floor merchandising and selling.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing issues and fostering timely resolution.
- Developed and actualized customer service initiatives to decrease wait times.
- Demonstrated items to customers and created customer awareness, interest and sales.
Skills
- Time Management
- Operation Monitoring
- Skid, Platform and Car Emptying
- Rate Control
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Load Inspection
- Equipment Inspection
- Material Handling
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Storage and Stacking
- Loading and Unloading
- Weight Documentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Maintenance and Repair
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Scale Operation
- Safe Moving Operations
- Basic blueprint reading
- welding and fab per cust blueprint instruction
- power tool and hand tool use
- Overhead crane use
- hand crank gantry
- light to heavy forklift use
- Managed a group of 16 skilled and labor workers with electricians to assembly
- good with my hands and troubleshooting
Timeline
Fabrication Welder, Assembler, Forklift Operator - ONE THREE SIX INC.
06.1999 - 08.2009
Welding Fabricator, Forklift Operator, Assembly - EJECTOR SYSTEMS INC.
09.1990 - 07.1999
Forklift Operator - WIRE ROPE INC.
08.1986 - 07.1990
Customer Service Associate - VENTURE RETAIL STORE
04.1985 - 10.1986
Customer Service Associate, Cashier - Cavett Rexall
03.1984 - 06.1986