Derrick Fugate
Madisonville,KY
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in machine operation and preventive maintenance. Known for strong teamwork and attention to detail, ensuring high standards of safety and quality in all production processes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
team member
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Madisonville, Kentucky
09.2026 - Current
- Served ice cream and toppings to customers with excellent customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness of serving area and equipment throughout shifts.
- Assisted in preparing ice cream flavors and toppings for daily service.
Team Member
Culvers
Elizabethtown, Kentucky
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Prepared and served food items according to menu specifications.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
- Crafted unique ice cream flavors using fresh ingredients and quality recipes.
Cutter
Treehouse
Princeton, Kentucky
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated cutting machines to efficiently prepare materials for production.
- Performed regular inspections and minor repairs to maintain optimal equipment functionality.
- Read and interpreted work orders to determine cutting specifications.
- Monitored material quality and promptly reported defects to ensure production standards.
- Operated cutting tools and machines to cut, shape, and trim material such as cloth, leather, rubber, foam, and plastic.
General Laborer
HGI Industries
Madisonville, Kentucky
2012 - 2024
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing physical labor and operating equipment.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
groundman
A&G Tree Service
Cadiz, Kentucky
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in tree removal and stump grinding to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
- Operated chainsaws and blowers for efficient yard clean-up tasks.
- Followed safety protocols while working around heavy machinery and tools.
- Ensured landscape health through consistent mowing and trimming services.
Maintenance
Audubon Metals
Henderson, Kentucky
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Arranged and followed preventive maintenance schedules.
- Performed troubleshooting and maintenance on electrical equipment.
- Reported any maintenance issues promptly to supervisors.
- Performed data entry tasks for account maintenance.
Furnace Operator / Backup Foreman
Electro Cycle
Madisonville, Kentucky
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Operated furnaces to melt and process metals efficiently.
- Monitored temperature and pressure controls for optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Documented furnace operations and maintenance activities accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hopkins County Central High School
Madisonville, KY05-2015
Skills
- Machine operation
- Material cutting
- Tool operation
- Material quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Production documentation
- Workflow optimization
- Measurement accuracy
- Material handling
- Team collaboration
Timeline
team member
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
09.2026 - Current
Team Member
Culvers
03.2026 - 08.2026
Cutter
Treehouse
05.2023 - 03.2024
groundman
A&G Tree Service
01.2021 - 05.2022
Maintenance
Audubon Metals
09.2019 - 12.2020
Furnace Operator / Backup Foreman
Electro Cycle
06.2015 - 08.2019
General Laborer
HGI Industries
2012 - 2024
High School Diploma -
Hopkins County Central High School