Fred Telford
Hazel Crest,IL
Summary
Extended involvement with overseeing projects across multiple departments in Industrial & Manufacturing Industries. With the focus on Quality Assurance, Line Manufacturing, Project Planning
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Assistant
JP6 Construction
Chicago, Illinois
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted project managers with daily construction operations and scheduling tasks.
- Coordinated material deliveries and ensured proper inventory management on-site.
- Supported team members with equipment setup and maintenance during projects.
Forklift Operator
RJW Logistics
Lockport, IL
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Operated forklifts to move materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records throughout processes.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance standards.
Shop Supervisor
JTB Customs
Rosemont, Illinois
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised daily operations and workflow in a fast-paced customs environment.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management and ensured compliance with regulations.
Leadman
Freedman Seating
Chicago, IL
04.2017 - 10.2020
- Completed production tasks on schedule and conducted QA inspections.
- Delegated employee tasks for my shift.
- Maintained safety and efficiency standards for team operations.
Final QA Inspector/Line Leader
Unicor
Glenville, WV
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Spot checked vehicles during manufacturing to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Led quality control meetings to discuss new project specifications.
- Ensure all products were up to customers' satisfactions before leaving plant.
Production Manager
Serve Pro of Homewood
Homewood, IL
02.2005 - 01.2008
- Coordinated fire and water restoration projects to ensure timely and effective recovery.
- Managed jobsites to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
- Developed marketing strategies.
- Customer Service.
- Billing Insurance Companies.
- Interviewed and hired candidates to build a skilled restoration team.
Quality Assurance and Production Line Leader
Nissan
Canton, MS
07.2001 - 12.2004
- Inspected production plants for quality control, approving parts for shipment to assembly plants.
- Compiled detailed inspection reports documenting findings and recommendations., quarterly inventory reports among others.
- Led daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow and task completion.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated schedules and assignments to optimize resource allocation.
Education
Telecommunication Management -
DeVry
Tinley Park, ILBachelor of Science -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VAGeneral Education - Diploma
Argo Community High School
Argo, ILMilitary Service
United States Navy, Petty Officer 2nd Class ES, Electric Warfare, 06/86-06/90
Certifications
- OSHA
- HOME BUILDERS INSTITUTE (Residential- Electrical wiring)
- QS9000
- CERTIFIED WATER, RESTORATION & MOLD REMOVAL (Residential and Comercial.
- Certified Forklift Operator
Timeline
Construction Assistant
JP6 Construction
07.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
RJW Logistics
07.2022 - 06.2024
Shop Supervisor
JTB Customs
02.2021 - 05.2022
Leadman
Freedman Seating
04.2017 - 10.2020
Final QA Inspector/Line Leader
Unicor
09.2014 - 01.2016
Production Manager
Serve Pro of Homewood
02.2005 - 01.2008
Quality Assurance and Production Line Leader
Nissan
07.2001 - 12.2004
Telecommunication Management -
DeVry
Bachelor of Science -
Norfolk State University
General Education - Diploma
Argo Community High School