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James Horsley

New Boston,TX

Summary

Proven Forklift Operator and Welder with a track record of enhancing safety and efficiency at Crafco Texas. Skilled in forklift operation and certified in heavy equipment operations, I excel in loading, unloading, and material handling. Demonstrated ability to train peers, highlighting leadership and a commitment to team success. Achieved significant improvements in operational workflows by applying expert problem-solving skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Crafco Texas
07.2024 - Current
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].

Maintenance Technician

Loves Truck Stop
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
  • Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.

Welder

Diamond C Trailers
03.2019 - 02.2022
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • welded trailers

Welder

Big Tex Trailers West
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • welded trailers

Oil Field Tank Welder

Pci Mfg Solutions
01.2015 - 05.2018
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • welded oil field tanks

Drilling Hand

R Directional Drilling
03.2012 - 11.2015
  • Maintained open lines of communication with colleagues, enabling smooth collaboration and timely completion of projects.
  • Reduced assembly time for various products through efficient task prioritization and time management.
  • Showcased exceptional problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during production runs, ultimately minimizing downtime and keeping projects on track.
  • Cared for walkways, paths, and driveways leading into and out of barn areas.
  • Used hand tools skillfully to complete tasks accurately and efficiently, minimizing material waste and rework.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Pleasant High
Mount Pleasant, TX
05-2012

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Material Handling
  • Safety awareness
  • General laborer
  • Safe driver
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Lifts up to 100 pounds
  • Basic math aptitude

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Crafco Texas
07.2024 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Loves Truck Stop
02.2023 - 02.2024

Welder

Diamond C Trailers
03.2019 - 02.2022

Welder

Big Tex Trailers West
06.2018 - 03.2019

Oil Field Tank Welder

Pci Mfg Solutions
01.2015 - 05.2018

Drilling Hand

R Directional Drilling
03.2012 - 11.2015

High School Diploma -

Mount Pleasant High

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