Jacob Cox
Coeur d'Alene,ID
Summary
Experienced SSG Infantryman/Mortarman offering 16+ years of experience with United States Army. Solid communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and excellent leadership skills.
Operations professional with strong expertise in machinery and process optimization. Known for enhancing productivity and ensuring operational efficiency through technical acumen and problem-solving skills. Reliably collaborates with teams to meet goals and adapts to evolving demands with ease. Skilled in equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and workflow management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Kinetic K5000 Operator
Farwest Steel
Post Falls, ID
02.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce quality steel products efficiently.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and improve productivity.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational integrity.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Farwest Steel
Post Falls, ID
02.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize storage space and improve workflow efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded goods, verifying accuracy of shipments against documentation.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
Spokane, WA
08.2016 - Current
- Coordinated with other units to execute large scale military operations.
- Performed first-line medical aid when needed for injured personnel.
- Executed patrol operations in diverse terrains to maintain area security.
- Prepared detailed reports on mission results and after action reviews after each deployment.
- Implemented land navigation skills in diverse environments to reach strategic objectives.
- Coordinated with higher command to ensure successful completion of missions.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Defended country against threats by capturing, destroying and repelling enemy forces during combat.
- Developed individual soldier skills through instruction and mentorship.
- Organized supplies for squad members according to unit supply SOPs.
- Provided daily briefings on safety and risk assessments.
Lead CNC Laser Operator
Pacific Steel & Recycling
Coeur D'Alene, ID
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisor or management team members.
- Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
- Communicate effectively with other personnel regarding progress of projects or any problems encountered.
- Set up CNC laser machines to specifications provided by engineering drawings, blueprints and verbal instructions.
- Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
- Completed accurate calculations of machine speed, feed ratios and cut parameters.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
Pump Truck Operator
CDA Paving and Concrete Specialties
Coeur D'Alene, ID
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Inspected tools in field and in shop to verify functionality and effectiveness.
- Inspected hoses, valves, clamps, pumps, tanks, fittings, and all other components before use.
- Monitored gauges and indicators to ensure the safe functioning of the pump truck.
- Connected pump hoses and pipelines to transfer material.
- Performed maintenance work on the pump truck as required by company regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded concrete pump attachments to meet specific job requirements.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers about route changes or delays due to traffic conditions.
- Utilized maps and GPS systems for navigation purposes while operating the pump truck.
Computer Operator
United States Army
Tacoma, WA
08.2008 - 08.2016
- Monitored system performance, analyzed problems and provided solutions to technical issues.
- Trained staff on new technologies and software applications.
- Updated hardware, software, and security protections with latest standards.
- Analyzed operating system or application log files regularly to verify proper system performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canby High School
Canby, OR06-2008
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Laser safety
- Computer skills
- Machine setup
- Production planning
- Precision cutting
- Effective communication
- Efficient multitasking
- Forklift operation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Kinetic K5000 Operator
Farwest Steel
02.2025 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Farwest Steel
02.2025 - Current
Lead CNC Laser Operator
Pacific Steel & Recycling
07.2022 - 12.2024
Pump Truck Operator
CDA Paving and Concrete Specialties
02.2022 - 06.2022
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
08.2016 - Current
Computer Operator
United States Army
08.2008 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Canby High School