Derek Wright
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Brightline Extrusions in metal finishing and coating preparation. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective machine operation and analytical thinking. Recognized for cultivating teamwork and collaboration while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in production processes. Forklift trained and adept at materials transportation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buffer Machine Operator
Brightline Extrusions
01.2016 - 03.2025
- Cleaned, sanded, and buffed surfaces to prepare for paint applications.
- Smoothed target surfaces and used tape or paper to protect nearby areas.
- Reviewed finished metal and paint to look for imperfections such as scratches.
- Performed consistent and efficient work using both manual and machine-assisted methods.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Import/Export Frontier
Alternative Staffing, Inc.
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Certified scale operator, operations of a material or vehicle weighing operations.
- Operated forklift and other machinery to transport goods in warehouse
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Picker/Production
New Breed Logistics
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
Receiving/Shipping Clerk
Trumpf Medical
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Checked bills of lading, outgoing package paperwork, and other documentation for accuracy.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
Charleston, SC05-2005
Skills
- Cross-functional coordination
- Metal finishing
- Restorations
- Coating preparation
- Machine operation
- Production and processing
- Forklift trained
- Hand tool proficiency
- Materials transportation
- Equipment handling
- Analytical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Heavy Machine Operator
TWIC
Timeline
Buffer Machine Operator
Brightline Extrusions
01.2016 - 03.2025
Import/Export Frontier
Alternative Staffing, Inc.
08.2013 - 03.2016
Picker/Production
New Breed Logistics
03.2013 - 09.2013
Receiving/Shipping Clerk
Trumpf Medical
09.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
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