Derrick Franklin
Summary
Professional with over ten years of experience in logistics and solar industries, specializing in heavy equipment operation and team leadership. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime through effective inventory management and process optimization. Strong skills in Microsoft Office and a commitment to fostering client relationships and driving continuous improvement.
Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling, and documentation. Eager to contribute to operations at companies of any scale.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Trustworthy professional offering several years as foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operator
Gopher Resource
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Executed machinery operations to process materials, aimed at improving overall production efficiency and maintaining quality standards.
- Engaged with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, facilitating improved operational efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance workplace awareness and minimize incident rates on the shop floor.
- Oversaw operation of forklift, backhoe, front end loader, and skid steer to enhance productivity on job sites. Managed equipment usage with six years of experience to optimize workflow and resource allocation. Facilitated team collaboration to achieve project goals effectively.
Warehouse Manager/ Installer
Titan Solar Power
10.2019 - 02.2023
- Coordinated and streamlined operations for 8-12 crews, focusing on maximizing productivity in solar installations.
- Directed logistics operations, ensuring precise and timely delivery of materials essential for residential and commercial project success.
- Streamlined communication channels between teams and stakeholders, resulting in increased project efficiency.
- Developed and maintained exceptional vendor relationships, optimizing supply chain management processes.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive inventory tracking systems, resulting in improved resource allocation and decreased material waste for solar installations.
- Developed targeted training modules for new installers, facilitating faster onboarding and elevating workmanship standards.
- Managed supplier communications to guarantee prompt material deliveries, thereby maintaining adherence to project schedules.
Roofing Foreman
Roof Smith
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Led a skilled team of 3-5 workers in shingle installation projects to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Achieved daily targets by completing and shingling three homes to ensure timely project delivery.
- Specialized in TPO shingle and metal roofing projects to enhance structural integrity and durability.
- Project management experience and supply chain relationships.
Foreman
Gravity Ratterman Systems
02.2014 - 02.2019
- Foreman for a multi-crew metal steel truss company.
- Managed 2 crews of 7.
- Built and installed trusses and metal decked roofs for military buildings, hospitals, and other businesses.
- Project management expertise and supply chain experience 10 years
Foreman
ABM Industries
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Lead a landscaping crew of 6.
- Maintain properties with mowing and detail.
- Attention to detail eye
- Also can run all landscaping equipment. Zero turns walk behinds push mower. And also golf course maintenance equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architecture
International Academy Of Design and Technology
Tampa 01.2021 - 12.2023
Skills
- Expert in Microsoft Office
- Advanced Excel skills
- Document tracking professional
- Expert in inventory control
- Time card processing expert
- Heavy equipment operation Loader and backhoe expertise Skid steer proficiency
- Workplace optimization expert
- Crane operation skills
- Construction Foreman
- Landscaping Foreman
- Construction Lead
- Machinery operation
- Forklift operation
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Staff management
References
- Scott, Pouter, (813) 900-5522, Titan Solar Power
- Victor, Aviles, (813) 334-3266, Gravity Ratterman
- Bobby, Hooks, (727) 556-2535, Gravity
Additional information
- Accomplishments
- Best warehouse manager award Mar 13, 2020
- Best warehouse manager in the nation for 2020
- Serving in the military and serving our country
- Crane Operator
Timeline
Operator
Gopher Resource
10.2023 - 10.2025
Associate of Arts - Architecture
International Academy Of Design and Technology
01.2021 - 12.2023
Warehouse Manager/ Installer
Titan Solar Power
10.2019 - 02.2023
Roofing Foreman
Roof Smith
02.2018 - 02.2019
Foreman
ABM Industries
02.2017 - 02.2018
Foreman
Gravity Ratterman Systems
02.2014 - 02.2019