James Pierce
Jackson,TN
Summary
Organized Operator provides strong organizational and analytical skills. Specialized expertise in data management, analysis and communication. Thorough understanding of government mandates that dictate workplace safety enforcement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Associate
Sonoco
Jackson, TN
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Analyzed work orders to determine materials needed for each production batch.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used in the production process.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Diligently maintained safety and quality standards.
Forklift Operator
Pacific Manufacturing Ohio
Jackson, Tennessee
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Checked the quality of items before shipping.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Heavy Equipment Operator
River Metals Recycling
Jackson, Tennessee
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
Construction Forman
Southern Concrete Products
Jackson , TN
09.2015 - 09.2021
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Maintained quality standards and monitored work for corrective action.
- Inspected, serviced and repaired equipment to maintain functionality and project timelines.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
- Estimated time, employee expenses and material costs for projects.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Communicated effectively with customers and workers alike, answering inquiries and questions and responding to complaints.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Checked crew timesheets and logs for accuracy and submitted on schedule.
- Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
- Performed work safely and effectively in high and precarious places.
Construction Foreman
MH Concrete
Jackson , TN
09.2009 - 09.2015
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Inspected, serviced and repaired equipment to maintain functionality and project timelines.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Checked crew timesheets and logs for accuracy and submitted on schedule.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
Jackson, TN05-2004
Skills
- Concrete inspection expert
- Leveling accuracy
- Crew leadership
- Blueprint interpretation
- Scheduling
- Concrete pouring
- Task delegation
- Hydraulic tool proficiency
- OSHA-compliant safety management
- Leadership trained
- OSHA concrete manufacturing safety trained
- OSHA regulations
- Concrete finishing
- Rebar placement
- Customer relations
Timeline
Production Associate
Sonoco
10.2024 - 01.2025
Forklift Operator
Pacific Manufacturing Ohio
02.2023 - 06.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
River Metals Recycling
09.2021 - 05.2022
Construction Forman
Southern Concrete Products
09.2015 - 09.2021
Construction Foreman
MH Concrete
09.2009 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
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