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Derek Sly

Derek Sly

Dairy Manufacturing, Foreman, Machine Operator, Land Survey Technician, Maintenance Worker, Forklift And Hand Truck Driver.
Crestview,Florida

Summary

Self motivating and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and never compromise quality. Willing and able to work in a team setting or solo. I use constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Water Treatment Technician

City Of Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Operating, monitoring and maintaining water system components to provide clean safe water.
  • Collected samples, tested water, interpret result to measure and maintain water quality.
  • Read meter gauges and hour clocks to measure regulate and record flow rates and volumes
  • Recorded data such as residual content of chemicals and water turbidity and water pressure.

Maintenance Worker

Stellar Dweller LLC
Crestview, FL
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.

Foreman, Machine Operator, Packer, Sanitation

Crystal Creamery
Modesto, CA
03.2010 - 01.2022
  • Managed anywhere from 40-50 employees at a time.
  • Ran plastic injecting blowmold machines
  • Ran product filling machines.
  • Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Completed daily orders with expert picking and packing of shipments.
  • Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Complied with safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Fastened and labeled containers on pallets, added stretch and shrink wrap and signed pick tickets to protect items and confirm accuracy of orders.
  • Prepared cleaning solutions and equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
  • Monitored outgoing packages for proper labels and accurate address information.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
  • Assisted in basic maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment to reduce downtime.
  • Maintained detailed records of all sanitation activities for billing and tracking purposes
  • Developed and maintained personable and professional rapport with staff and customers to support satisfaction.
  • Adhered to all safety and handling guidelines, following MSDS protocols for proper handling and storage of hazardous materials.
  • Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
  • Prepared shipping documents to track incoming and outgoing shipments and maintain proof of transaction.
  • Trained new employees on proper packing and labeling techniques and to apply best practices.
  • Utilized totes, jacks and forklifts to safely load and unload materials and heavy items to and from trucks.
  • Conducted daily meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
  • Inspected and monitored assigned areas to proactively address health and safety hazards.
  • Lifted and unloaded containers of parcels onto equipment for transportation to sort stations.
  • Responded to emergency sanitation needs in prompt and professional manner, alerting hazmat professionals in alignment with OSHA requirements.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Skillfully and safely operated power scrubber, buffer and extractor equipment to clean and sanitize floors.
  • Received, segregated and stored orders in safety keeping cabinets to organize and maintain complete stock and inventory.

Land Surveyor Technician

Mid Valley Engineering
Modesto, CA
03.2005 - 10.2008
  • Set up precise measurement and control equipment.
  • Researched and monitored locations of utilities around project sites.
  • Added latest tax assessments, sales and boundary line updates.
  • Compiled, captured and evaluated resource data from source maps using GIS applications.
  • Created photomosaics from multiple photographs, maintaining accurate scale between pictures.
  • Investigated land details such as deed information, zoning regulations and subdivision rules.
  • Answered questions and provided information to public regarding assessment maps, surveys, boundaries and other concerns.
  • Analyzed aerial photographs to detect and interpret significant military, industrial or topographical data.
  • Performed boundary, topographic and traverse land surveys.
  • Compared computations from field surveys against historical data and other documentation to determine accuracy of data.
  • Utilized established field surveying strategies to perform high-quality work.
  • Reviewed and checked surface models by comparing control points on ground with field equipment readings.
  • Updated archived information in database to match data provided by engineers on location.
  • Generated maps and map products based upon data collected from different projects and ground sensors.
  • Trained, mentored and assigned work to subordinate crew members.
  • Compiled information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans.
  • Staked for rough grades, building corners, under ground utilities, curbs, sidewalks, and other types of construction.
  • Bench loops
  • Popped man holes to get storm and sewer pipe measurements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waterford High School
Waterford, CA
08.1999 - 06.2003

Skills

Lighting fixture maintenance

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Timeline

Water Treatment Technician

City Of Fort Walton Beach
05.2023 - 06.2023

Maintenance Worker

Stellar Dweller LLC
06.2022 - 05.2023

Foreman, Machine Operator, Packer, Sanitation

Crystal Creamery
03.2010 - 01.2022

Land Surveyor Technician

Mid Valley Engineering
03.2005 - 10.2008

High School Diploma -

Waterford High School
08.1999 - 06.2003
Derek SlyDairy Manufacturing, Foreman, Machine Operator, Land Survey Technician, Maintenance Worker, Forklift And Hand Truck Driver.