George Davis
Florence,AL
Summary
Dynamic Material Handling Operator with a proven track record at Constellium, excelling in equipment operation and quality assurance. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing downtime through effective troubleshooting and teamwork. Committed to safety compliance and continuous improvement, fostering a productive environment while consistently meeting performance targets.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handling Operator
Constellium
Muscle Shoals, AL
06.2018 - Current
- Operated machinery to ensure consistent production of aluminum products.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs to optimize operations.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and standard procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across the production line.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues effectively.
- Led shift meetings to communicate objectives, safety updates, and performance targets.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Developed training materials for ongoing operator education on best practices and safety measures.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Enhanced team morale and productivity by organizing regular team-building activities.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
- Optimized machine settings to achieve superior product output, meeting and exceeding production targets.
- Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machinery issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
- Reduced waste and increased recycling, contributing to more sustainable production practices.
- Facilitated smoother onboarding process for new machinery through creation of detailed operating manuals.
- Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during inspection and sorting processes.
- Contributed to energy conservation efforts by optimizing machine operation schedules.
- Streamlined setup process for new production lines, accelerating transition between product batches.
- Led cross-functional team project that improved communication between departments, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Streamlined data entry for production metrics, improving accuracy and accessibility of operational reports.
- Coordinated with supply chain partners to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production stoppages.
- Participated in quality assurance meetings, offering insights that led to improvements in product consistency.
- Played key role in process optimization project, resulting in more efficient production line layout.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new operators, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by monitoring and adjusting production equipment for optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
- Assisted in development of predictive maintenance schedule, reducing unexpected machinery failures.
- Contributed to product innovation by providing feedback on machine capabilities and limitations during design phase.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
Muscle Shoals, AL
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared ingredients and components for menu items to ensure timely service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
- Collaborated with chefs to enhance food presentation and quality standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on safety protocols and food preparation techniques.
- Streamlined prep processes to improve overall kitchen efficiency during peak hours.
- Implemented best practices for food storage, reducing waste and ensuring freshness.
- Oversaw daily prep tasks, coordinating workflows to meet high-volume demands efficiently.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
Lead Man
CBC Ing America
Muscle Shoals, AL
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and operational procedures.
- Coordinated workflow among various departments to optimize production efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing throughput and reducing waste.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff knowledge of equipment and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance assessments, providing feedback to enhance team productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely replenishment to meet production demands.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Collaborated with management on strategic planning for resource allocation and workforce optimization.
- Delivered production and operations reports to management to identify emerging problems and enable targeted solutions.
- Monitored equipment maintenance, reducing downtime and maintaining optimal performance.
- Oversaw daily operations leading to reduced errors through proactive monitoring of progress.
- Played a crucial role in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing resources at hand.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Increased safety awareness with regular safety meetings and adherence to industry guidelines.
- Contributed to problem-solving efforts, identifying root causes of issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Performed safety and environmental health observations and notified management of non-compliance issues to promote safe working conditions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and idea-sharing among team members.
- Confirmed that finished products met internal and external requirements to promote uniform quality standard.
- Established clear communication channels to foster teamwork and collaboration among team members.
- Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
- Monitored parts inventories and approved parts requisitions to maintain sufficient quantities for timely mine operations.
- Collaborated closely with other department leads ensuring alignment of goals across multiple projects.
- Served as the primary point of contact between management and frontline workers fostering seamless communication.
- Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
- Conducted daily mandated Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) and monthly facility inspections and documented discrepancies for timely resolution.
- Reported to set director about object placements to provide continuity.
- Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback for continued growth and development.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work schedules and task delegation.
- Streamlined project workflow for improved completion time and overall client satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Completed production logs and maintenance logs to document plant operations and verified adherence to predetermined standards.
Shipper
Kaiser Aluminum
Florence, AL
04.1998 - 12.2015
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within the shipping area.
- Prepared shipments by verifying accuracy of orders and packaging items for safe transit.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain organized inventory and ensure timely deliveries.
- Monitored shipping schedules and adjusted workflows to meet production demands consistently.
- Implemented safety protocols, contributing to a secure work environment for all employees.
- Assisted in training new hires on shipping procedures and equipment operation effectively.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track shipment progress and manage inventory levels.
- Conducted quality checks on outgoing shipments, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
- Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment by following established workplace safety guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers, leading to improved communication and more efficient problem-solving capabilities.
- Handled international shipments, ensuring proper customs documentation was completed accurately and promptly.
- Processed and restocked returns.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization through strategic pallet stacking techniques and optimized storage layouts.
- Scheduled pickups and deliveries to maintain smooth operations.
- Coordinated storage locations and product movements.
- Streamlined warehouse operations with the implementation of effective organization systems for easy product retrieval.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to minimize discrepancies between actual stock levels and system records.
- Improved shipping efficiency by optimizing packing procedures and inventory management.
- Trained new team members on company shipping processes, enhancing overall department performance.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by properly labeling shipments, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining documentation.
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns regarding shipments quickly and effectively.
- Managed shipping schedules for increased delivery accuracy and reduced lead times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely order processing and accurate shipment tracking.
- Collaborated with other departments on supply and quality issues.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Automotive Engineering
Northwest Shoals Community College
Muscle Shoals, AL05-1991
Skills
Troubleshooting
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Machine operation
Equipment operation
Efficient multitasking
Effective communication
Valid Driver's license
Safety compliance
Heavy equipment operation
Forklift operation
Tool operation
Hand and power tools
Heavy lifting
Production work
Machine setup
Production procedures
Quality assurance
Hand-eye coordination
Equipment maintenance
Plant safety
Flexible schedule
Data entry
Analytical thinking
Issue resolution
Materials handling
Manufacturing procedures
Deadline adherence
Loading and unloading
Customer service
Continuous improvement
Warehouse operations
Hand and foot coordination
Work scheduling
Staff management
Facility maintenance
Residential construction
Commercial construction experience
Project management
Construction management
Project estimation and bidding
Contract management
Roofing
CNC set up
Machine cooling tools
Drywalling
HVAC systems
Inspections and reviews
CNC machine operation
Chemical handling
Mechanical understanding
Process control
Operational documentation
Assembly code knowledge
Control system monitoring
Production control management
Quality control processing
Maintenance and repair
OSHA regulations adherence
Advanced troubleshooting
Preventative maintenance
Strong work ethic
Teamwork and communication
Positive attitude
Teamwork and coordination
Good communication
Punctual and reliable
Punctual and dependable
Production operations
Worksite safety
Safe machine operation
Computer skills
Machinery operation
Following instructions
Incident reporting
Equipment setup
Picking and packing
Quality inspections and reporting
Quality inspection
Machine setup and shutdown
Safety standards compliance
Visual inspection
Equipment Repair
Pallet jacks
OSHA guidelines
Health and safety regulations
Identifying flaws
Preventive Maintenance
Material handling
Material loading and unloading
Reading and determining measurements
Materials inspection
Raw material loading
Equipment assembly
Production documentation
Parts inspection
Materials assembly
Production line work
Product assembly
Timeline
Material Handling Operator
Constellium
06.2018 - Current
Kitchen Prep Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
09.2016 - 08.2018
Lead Man
CBC Ing America
02.2016 - 04.2017
Shipper
Kaiser Aluminum
04.1998 - 12.2015
Graduate Certificate - Automotive Engineering
Northwest Shoals Community College