Joe Vest
Anderson,IN
Summary
Skilled Production Worker offering 4 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and ensure efficient productivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Forklift Operator
Progressive Logistics
04.2023 - Current
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Powder Coat Painter
Bastian Solutions
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Prepared parts for coating and followed all procedures regarding powder coating application.
- Verified production workflow, quality parts and delivery met required timeframes.
- Checked parts to verify attachment of correct identification.
- Identified issues with paint viscosity and flow before projects were negatively affected.
- Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
- Organized safe and compliant disposal of hazardous materials to protect team members and local environment from damage.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Maintained equipment functionality with weekly inspections, disassemblies and cleaning of component parts.
- Used metal pick hammers and punches to remove minor pits and dimples in body.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
Machine/Forklift Operator
Custom Metal Industries
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Manually set up machinery and equipment, including lathes and grinders.
- Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
- Established parameters for each job to attain high scores on production test.
Cook, Cashier, Server, Management
Long Johns Silvers
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
Forklift Operator/ Material Handler
ELSA LLC
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenfield-Central High School
Greenfield, IN05.2019
Skills
- Operations support
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety and compliance
- Equipment operation
- Assembly and production
- Logistics
- Materials management
- OSHA guidelines
- Worksite safety
- Forklift Operation
- Material loading and unloading
- Safe Work Practices
- Preparation of Parts
- Safety Requirements
- Surface Preparation
- Machine Operations
- Quality Checks
- Workplace Safety
- Job Specifications
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Power Washer
- Equipment Inspection
- Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards
- Materials Movement
- Delivery Schedules
- Hand and Power Tools
- Production Efficiency
- Order Picking and Processing
- Packing and Scanning
- Route Logs
- Loading and Unloading
Timeline
Forklift Operator/ Material Handler
ELSA LLC
07.2023 - 07.2025
Certified Forklift Operator
Progressive Logistics
04.2023 - Current
Powder Coat Painter
Bastian Solutions
08.2021 - 04.2023
Machine/Forklift Operator
Custom Metal Industries
06.2019 - 08.2021
Cook, Cashier, Server, Management
Long Johns Silvers
11.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Greenfield-Central High School