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Frank Kelsay

Elizabethton

Summary

Proven leader and efficient problem-solver, adept in forklift operation and teamwork, honed across roles from General Dynamics to Creative Safety Supply. Excelled in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional time management and a strong work ethic. Achieved significant improvements in operational planning and safety compliance, mentoring teams towards peak performance.


Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse

Creative Safety Supply
10.2018 - 03.2025
  • 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.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Forklift driver Load and unload trucks moved supply from point to point in the warehouse.

Warehouse

Graphic Products
03.2012 - 09.2018
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Forklift driver unload and load trucks. Moved supply from point to point in the warehouse.

Mechanic

General Dynamics
01.2008 - 03.2011
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Repaired battle damaged vehicles in Iraq
  • Drove forklift and lift crane.

Commercial/residential Painter

Kelsay Painting
01.1996 - 01.2008

Painted interior exterior of commercial and residential projects.

Completed estimates on projects

Customer service

Marine

USMC
11.1987 - 12.1991


  • Developed junior Marines into future leaders through consistent mentorship and professional development opportunities.
  • Enhanced unit readiness by conducting comprehensive training exercises and evaluations.
  • Safeguarded classified information by adhering to strict security protocols and maintaining situational awareness in sensitive environments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Temple Christian High School
Portland, OR
05-1987

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Operational planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Problem-solving
  • Discipline and focus
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Quick decision making

Timeline

Warehouse

Creative Safety Supply
10.2018 - 03.2025

Warehouse

Graphic Products
03.2012 - 09.2018

Mechanic

General Dynamics
01.2008 - 03.2011

Commercial/residential Painter

Kelsay Painting
01.1996 - 01.2008

Marine

USMC
11.1987 - 12.1991

High School Diploma -

Temple Christian High School
Frank Kelsay