Eric Collins
White Pine,TN
Summary
Results-driven Material Handler and Machine Operator with expertise in forklift operation, quality inspection, and equipment maintenance. Recognized for attention to detail and team collaboration, ensuring streamlined operations and high-quality standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler/Machine Operator
McNeilus Steel, Inc.
Morristown, Tennessee
09.2021 - 04.2026
- Operated forklifts to move materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded steel products from delivery trucks.
- Assisted in organizing and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material handling processes.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported any issues promptly.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine handling procedures.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications and requirements.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
Assembly/Setup Operator
ABB, INC/GE
Morristown, Tennessee
06.2015 - 07.2021
- Operated machinery to set up production lines efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during operations.
- Inspected components for quality assurance before production runs.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintain accurate records of materials used in production processes.
- Train new employees on the proper use of set-up equipment.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Troubleshoot minor issues with machinery during production runs promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hancock County High School
Sneedville, TN05-2013
Skills
- Material handling
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Machine setup
- Assembly and production
- Quality inspection
- Line monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Employee training
Timeline
Material Handler/Machine Operator
McNeilus Steel, Inc.
09.2021 - 04.2026
Assembly/Setup Operator
ABB, INC/GE
06.2015 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Hancock County High School