Jason French
Decatur,AL
Summary
Diligent Material Handler offering 30 years of demonstrated experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Nucor Steel
09.2004 - Current
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
Slitter Operator
Monarch Steel
03.2001 - 2004
- Reduced material waste by closely monitoring machine performance and making necessary adjustments.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in team meetings and offering suggestions based on experience as a Slitter Operator.
- Ensured the consistent use of personal protective equipment and adhered to all safety guidelines, fostering a safe working environment for all team members.
- Consistently met production deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks.
- Assisted in training new employees on slitter operation procedures, enhancing overall team productivity.
- Increased workplace safety with strict adherence to company protocols and OSHA regulations.
- Ensured proper packaging of finished products, adhering to customer requirements and shipping specifications for damage prevention during transportation.
- Streamlined operations by routinely cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining slitter equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained high-quality output with careful inspection of finished products for defects or imperfections.
- Enhanced production efficiency by accurately setting up and operating slitting machinery.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in handling delicate materials while minimizing damage or waste during the slitting process.
- Maximized material utilization by analyzing job specifications and selecting the appropriate tooling for each project.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.
Education
West Morgan High School
Trinity, AL05.1994
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling and transport
- Equipment safety
- Forklift and Crane Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Materials Management
- Equipment Operation
- Shipping Documentation
- Pulling and Staging
- Load Verification
- OSHA Compliance
- PPE Policy Adherence
- Logistics
- Tugger Operations
- Production Reporting
- Regulations Compliance
- Production deadline management
- Materials Handling Safety Training
- Warehouse Logistics
- Health and safety compliance
- Loading Dock Operations
- Storage Area Maintenance
- Logistics and Transportation
- Material Handling
Timeline
Material Handler
Nucor Steel
09.2004 - Current
Slitter Operator
Monarch Steel
03.2001 - 2004
West Morgan High School