Seeking job in production with a company that is looking for hard worker. I have many skills to learn, and I am willing to learn new skills
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Bay Logistics
Spring Lake
07.2025 - 06.2026
Operated forklifts to move materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
Loaded and unloaded trucks for timely delivery of goods.
Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery in busy environments.
Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
Received incoming shipments; verified quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
Maintained accurate inventory records to support inventory management and stock accuracy.
Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance overall productivity.
Welder Fabricator
Duke's Welding filbrication
Dickinson
03.2011 - 11.2023
Welder shop lead Supported shop operations through various errands. Applied paint to parts to ensure quality finishes. Performed tasks diligently to ensure smooth workflow. Facilitated material handling by maneuvering fork trucks. Loaded steel onto trucks for transportation to clients. Unloaded trucks to receive incoming materials for production. also Executed bobcat operation for efficient movement of materials on-site. in last 13 yrs
Fabricated metal components using various welding techniques and equipment.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
Performed quality inspections on welded joints and assemblies.
General Labor
Fred's Stainless Specialties
Grand Haven
01.2009 - 11.2010
Performed general labor duties such as digging, hauling, lifting, shoveling, and operating various tools.
Performed general labor tasks including digging trenches for pipe laying or other construction projects.
Performed general labor duties such as loading, unloading, and sorting materials.
Negotiated and secured contracts for ongoing projects, ensuring resource availability. and completed them. Set up work site, preparing for efficient operations. Executed welding, grinding, and installation of new and old equipment, contributing to project completion.
Production
Alcoa
Fruitport
07.2001 - 06.2007
Managed height pressure aluminum injection caster operator and mold maintenance, ensuring parts met quality standards for subsequent shifts.
Developed production plans based on demand forecasts.
Provided technical support during production processes.
Monitor and adjust production processes or machinery.
Manufacturing, Production
J&B Metal Fab
Spring Lake
03.1993 - 06.1996
Operated conic laser cutter, set up CNC and hydraulic brake press, and ran assembly, ensuring precise fabrication of components. Performed TIG and MIG welding, grinding, and operated forklift to support production processes.
Executed daily operational tasks with precision in a fast-paced environment.
Provided creative insights and strategies to improve team effectiveness during projects.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Grand Haven high School
Grand Haven, MI
Skills
Forklift operation
Certified forklift operator
Warehouse operations
Material handling
Dock operations
Shipment processing
Inventory Management
Barcode scanning
Safety compliance
OSHA workplace safety
Quality inspection
Welding
Welding Equipment
Food-grade stainless steel
Equipment maintenance
Equipment operations
Cross-functional Teamwork
Problem solving
Time management
Work Planning and Prioritization
Dock work
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Bay Logistics
07.2025 - 06.2026
Welder Fabricator
Duke's Welding filbrication
03.2011 - 11.2023
General Labor
Fred's Stainless Specialties
01.2009 - 11.2010
Production
Alcoa
07.2001 - 06.2007
Manufacturing, Production
J&B Metal Fab
03.1993 - 06.1996
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum