Vernon Powell
Rocky Mount,United States
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I excelled at Hubbell by mastering new machinery and streamlining production processes, achieving a notable increase in quality output. My ability to foster team collaboration and my proficiency in problem anticipation and resolution highlight my adaptable and communicative approach, ensuring excellence in every project undertaken.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Hubbell
09.2022 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
- Ensured high-quality output, rigorously inspecting products to meet quality standards.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
Warehouse Dock Worker
Union Foods
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Pulled order materials according to pick tickets and delivery schedules.
- Verified orders from shipping and receiving documentation such as manifests and invoices to complete accurate transfers.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Counted inventory by sections or for complete audits.
- Packed, sealed, labeled, and palletized items for shipment on outbound trailers using work devices such as hand trucks, conveyors, and sorting bins, hand tools, power tools, and postage meter.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Kept warehouse clean with daily cleaning, organizing and sanitizing of high-touch surfaces.
Plumbing Supervisor
Clayton Homes
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required for each project.
- Trained and supervised all incoming employees.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components and equipment.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Requisitioned tools and equipment such as rulers or levels to select type and size of pipes needed for projects.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Solar Panel Technician
Tradesmen
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Isolated and addressed problems with electrical or environmental factors negatively impacting system operations.
- Conducted visual inspections and physical tests on previously installed modules and systems to identify faults.
- Connected system wiring and components to achieve both aesthetic and operational targets.
- Calibrated system settings and arranged orientation for maximum solar access and optimal durability.
- Tested system wiring layouts, grounds and terminations to finalize installations.
- Determined connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting PV systems with utility services or other power generation sources.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding and integrity of terminations.
- Measured and analyzed system performance operating parameters to assess optimal operation conditions.
- Used drawings, schematics and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Piedmont Community College
Roxboro, NCGED -
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NC03.1996
Skills
- Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
- Loading Dock Operations
- Customer Order Fulfillment
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Container Tagging and Marking
- Handheld Scanners
- Visual Inspections
- Quality Assessment and Assurance
- Storage and Stacking
- Work Order Following
- Efficient, reliable, and adaptable
- Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiastic and fast learner with excellent attention to detail
- Organized and computer proficient
Type 1 HVAC certification
Certification for HVAC technicians who specialize in fixing small appliances.
Timeline
Machine Operator
Hubbell
09.2022 - Current
Warehouse Dock Worker
Union Foods
03.2021 - 02.2022
Plumbing Supervisor
Clayton Homes
02.2016 - 01.2018
Solar Panel Technician
Tradesmen
10.2014 - 02.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Piedmont Community College
GED -
Western Piedmont Community College
Similar Profiles
Seiry MoralesSeiry Morales
Assembly Line Production Worker at HubbellAssembly Line Production Worker at Hubbell
Cincy Arun SunnyCincy Arun Sunny
Warehouse Associate at HubbellWarehouse Associate at Hubbell
Maria LoaizaMaria Loaiza
Fiberglass Cutter at HubbellFiberglass Cutter at Hubbell