Jairus Bland
Jackson,GA
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience at Yancey Engineered Solutions, excelling in heavy machinery operation and freight negotiation. Proven track record in enhancing supply chain efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in rigging and training, fostering teamwork to optimize operations and achieve timely deliveries while minimizing costs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Lead
Yancey Engineered Solutions
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated logistics operations to streamline inventory management and enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Managed transportation schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products while minimizing costs.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and standards during all phases of logistics operations.
- Conducted routine inspections on crane equipment to ensure safety compliance and operational efficiency.
- Operated overhead cranes to transport materials safely and efficiently across job site.
- Monitored load limits and adjusted movements to maintain balance and prevent accidents during operation.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures for overhead cranes.
- Inspected rigging equipment for compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with operators and ground crew to coordinate safe operations during lifts.
Forklift Operator/Loader and Unloader
American Woodmark
04.2017 - 11.2020
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within production facility.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Trained new operators on best practices for safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Assisted in material handling for assembly lines, ensuring timely supply of components.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage and maintenance schedules for compliance purposes.
Forklift Operator
Toys'R" Us Distribution Center
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely product replenishment and prevent stockouts.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize restocking processes and enhance efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of stock shelves to maintain organization and accuracy.
- Put away received merchandise in designated location.
- Supported efficient load processing by accurately staging pallets for easy access to merchandise during replenishment activities.
- Assisted in loss prevention efforts by identifying damaged or expired products and removing them from sales floor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
Jackson, GA05-2016
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Freight negotiation
- Shipping coordination
- Rigging
- Heavy lift management
- Mobile crane operations
- Heavy machinery operation
- Rigging preparation
- Qaulified Rigger
Certification
- Qualified Rigger
- Qualified Signal Person
Timeline
Logistics Lead
Yancey Engineered Solutions
08.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator/Loader and Unloader
American Woodmark
04.2017 - 11.2020
Forklift Operator
Toys'R" Us Distribution Center
07.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School