Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
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Dennis  Cotton

Dennis Cotton

Cahokia Heights ,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and self-starting professional with exceptional leadership abilities and a proven track record in effective planning. Demonstrated success in driving teams towards achieving organizational goals and delivering exceptional results. Adept at identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing strategic initiatives to drive growth and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to excellence, consistently striving to exceed expectations and contribute to the success of the organization.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reach Truck Operator

Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
  • Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
  • Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
  • Developed strong relationships with co-workers, fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Increased order accuracy with careful attention to detail during inventory management tasks.

Reach Truck Operator

Brandon Iron Holten Meat Company
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Displayed dedication by working overtime during peak periods to fulfill customer needs.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Assisted in inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels for seamless order fulfillment.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas, promoting efficient workflow throughout the warehouse.
  • Reduced product damage by skillfully maneuvering reach trucks in tight spaces and high shelves.
  • Completed daily equipment inspections, contributing to a safe work environment for all employees.
  • Developed strong relationships with co-workers, fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Enhanced safety procedures through diligent reach truck maintenance and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Increased order accuracy with careful attention to detail during inventory management tasks.

Boatswaine Mate

Navy
01.1990 - 02.2012
  • Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
  • Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
  • Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
  • Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
  • Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.

Education

Associate Of Engineering - Nuclear Engineering

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL

Diploma - None

East St Louis Lincoln
East St Louis, IL
05.1983

Skills

  • Management
  • Supervisor
  • Inventory
  • Training
  • Equipment operator
  • Security features

Certification

Forklift operator

Rigging

Weight tester

Welding

Crane operator

Hobbies and Interests

  • Creativity
  • Organization
  • Security

Timeline

Reach Truck Operator

Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
10.2023 - 04.2024

Reach Truck Operator

Brandon Iron Holten Meat Company
05.2023 - 02.2024

Boatswaine Mate

Navy
01.1990 - 02.2012

Associate Of Engineering - Nuclear Engineering

Kaskaskia College

Diploma - None

East St Louis Lincoln
Dennis Cotton