Eddie Hicklin
Spartanburg,SC
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
General Cleaner
Quality Cleaners
Spartanburg, SC
02.2023 - 12.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across various facilities.
- Operated cleaning equipment including floor buffers and pressure washers efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify cleaning needs and ensure quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Implemented inventory management for cleaning supplies, reducing waste significantly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to specific cleaning requests.
- Developed effective cleaning schedules to maximize operational efficiency across shifts.
General Contractor
Ghost 12LLC
Spartanburg, SC
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed project timelines and budgets to ensure on-time delivery of construction initiatives.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities to maintain quality standards and efficient workflow.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw material procurement, ensuring timely availability and cost-effectiveness of supplies.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, resources, and milestones for successful execution.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly to enhance satisfaction and retention.
- Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
- Completed projects on time and within budget through meticulous scheduling and coordination of resources.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
Detail Manager
Mountain Motors
Spartanburg, SC
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced errors.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for inventory management.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics to optimize resource allocation across departments.
- Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
- Inspected finished work to verify employee compliance with detailing standards.
- Coordinated exterior and interior washing of vehicles according to customer wishes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient detailing processes and maintaining high-quality results.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs and services provided for accurate invoicing and future reference.
- Managed inventory and purchasing of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing costs.
Driver/Loader
BMW/MAU
Greer, SC
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Operated company vehicles to deliver products safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws during transport operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle performance and reliability.
- Coordinated with logistics team to optimize delivery routes for timely service.
- Collaborated with management to identify process improvements for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
- Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team efficiency and productivity goals attainment.
- Addressed and resolved customer inquiries and concerns, fostering positive relationships.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to various locations, maintaining record of punctuality and minimal incidents.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Conducted regular inspections of loading equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Carding Room Operator
Tietex International
Spartanburg, SC
05.2009 - 02.2017
- Operated machinery and equipment to maintain production efficiency and quality standards.
- Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance overall productivity.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures, machinery operation, and quality control practices.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased output consistency.
- Maintained accurate records of production metrics and inventory levels for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in troubleshooting machine malfunctions, contributing to timely resolutions of operational issues.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machinery issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
- Participated in quality assurance meetings, offering insights that led to improvements in product consistency.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during inspection and sorting processes.
- Optimized machine settings to achieve superior product output, meeting and exceeding production targets.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Enginering
Merchant Mariner
Norfolk, VA
02.2009 - 03.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Engineer/Personnelmen
United States Navy
Charleston, SC
08.1989 - 01.1997
- Designed and implemented engineering solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and executed maintenance plans for complex naval systems.
- Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Streamlined project workflows to reduce turnaround times on critical assignments.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Enhanced product performance by conducting thorough failure analysis and recommending improvements.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing structured onboarding program for new engineers, reducing ramp-up time.
- Conducted detailed research and analysis to identify potential improvements in engineering methods, resulting in more sustainable practices.
- Conducted rigorous quality control checks, ensuring all engineering projects met internal and external quality standards.
- Supported junior engineers through mentorship, offering guidance on complex problem-solving and technical skills development.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
Education
Engineering
US Naval Techincal College
Great Lakes, IL01-1997
Skills
- Punctuality
- Waste disposal
- Safety procedures
- Efficient cleaning
- Chemical handling
- Proper sanitation
- Maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Sweeping and mopping
- Sanitation practices
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Timeline
General Cleaner
Quality Cleaners
02.2023 - 12.2025
General Contractor
Ghost 12LLC
09.2022 - 01.2023
Detail Manager
Mountain Motors
01.2022 - 08.2022
Driver/Loader
BMW/MAU
07.2017 - 05.2019
Carding Room Operator
Tietex International
05.2009 - 02.2017
Enginering
Merchant Mariner
02.2009 - 03.2009
Engineer/Personnelmen
United States Navy
08.1989 - 01.1997
Engineering
US Naval Techincal College
Combat Action,
National Defense Medal, Navy Unit Commendation Medal, Combat Act,ion Medal , Southwest Asia Medal x2, Bronze Star, Sea Servicex2