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
Trinity, AL
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
Decatur Alabama
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