Trevor Wethington
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at United States Cold Storage, skilled in forklift operation and warehouse safety. Proven track record of enhancing order accuracy and reducing loading times. Certified Crane Operator with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality assurance, dedicated to fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
Experienced with crane operations, ensuring safe and efficient handling of heavy loads. Utilizes effective communication to coordinate with team members and supervisors. Track record of maintaining equipment and adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
United States Cold Storage
05.2021 - 01.2025
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Used scanners to quickly locate and track items in warehouse.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently picking products according to pick lists and packing slips.
- Streamlined order processing with the effective use of barcode scanners and warehouse management software.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Machine Operator
Raybestos Powertrain
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Operating various machinery and equipment to produce transmission components, particularly friction materials for clutches, and other wet-wheel braking systems.
- Operating machines like lathes, mills, and steel presses to fabricate parts with intricate designs and shapes.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
Team Lead
FTIC
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Helped by assisting in coordinating activities of the team to ensure production schedules are meet.
- Analyze work problems and recommend solutions to Group Leader.
- Provide assistance to Team Members in solving problems/concerns that affect their performance. Evaluate the issue and consult Group Leader and/or Human Resources as needed to determine the most effective resolution.
- Regularly report machine and equipment malfunctions to machine maintenance team.
- Proficient in operating stamping presses, plasma cutting equipment, and overhead crane operations.
- Upheld company standards for cleanliness and organization throughout the stamping press area, promoting a productive work environment.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Crane Operator
Steel Technologies
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Assembling and adjusting tower cranes
- Load and unload trucks
- Remove and replace slitter heads and scrapper hoppers
- Pull material from storage, ensure accuracy and transfer to machine storage area or to
equipment as needed. - Move material from machines to packaging and scales
- Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintaining proper crane operation procedures.
- Maintain up-to-date crane training
- Communicate safety concerns and quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead
Die Setter/Overhead Crane Operator
FTIC
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Contributed to lean manufacturing initiatives by participating in Kaizen events and implementing 5S methodology in the die setting area.
- Conducting pre-operational checks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and communicating effectively with ground personnel.
- Set presses and fixtures
- Load coils of sheet metal onto the presses
- Load stamping dies onto the presses
- Use precision measuring tools, such as micrometers and calipers, to ensure products are made to specification
- Operated 1000 and 2000 ton press
- Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Operated cranes and other equipment while monitoring coworker, personal and overall work zone safety.
Blank Press Operator
Heritage Products Inc.
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Operating blanking/stamping presses
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams in conducting regular inspections of finished products, ensuring all items met established quality standards.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School
Lebanon05-2013
Skills
- Sit Down Forklift / Reach Truck Ceritified
- Certified Crane Operator
- Truck loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety
- Quality assurance
- Machinery operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Manufacturing experience
- Safety standards compliance
- Warehouse picking
- Willing to learn
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical thinking
Certification
Certified Crane Operator, [FTIC]
Certified Reach Truck/Sit-Down Forklift (Heritage Products)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
United States Cold Storage
05.2021 - 01.2025
Machine Operator
Raybestos Powertrain
08.2020 - 04.2021
Team Lead
FTIC
06.2019 - 08.2020
Crane Operator
Steel Technologies
07.2018 - 06.2019
Die Setter/Overhead Crane Operator
FTIC
08.2017 - 06.2018
Blank Press Operator
Heritage Products Inc.
08.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Lebanon High School
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