John elliott
Paragould
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Anchor Packaging, excelling in material handling and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure OSHA compliance. A certified forklift operator with a positive attitude, skilled in loading and unloading, and committed to maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Anchor Packaging
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated material handling equipment to move products efficiently throughout facility.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, ensuring accurate tracking of materials and supplies.
- Assisted in training new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from warehouse to trucks for shipping or storage.
- Loaded and unloaded items to move between storage shelves and vehicles.
Conveyor Assembler
Hytrol Conveyor Company
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Assembled conveyor systems by interpreting blueprints and technical specifications.
- Operated hand tools and machinery to ensure precision in assembly processes.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks to maintain high standards of production output.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues during assembly, ensuring timely resolution of problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety regulations.
Iron Worker
Adams Contracting
01.2014 - 09.2022
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Operated and maintained welding equipment to ensure high-quality metal joins.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to accurately execute installation tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Assisted in training new ironworkers on tools, techniques, and safety practices.
- Monitored progress of projects, ensuring compliance with project timelines and standards.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
Interior/Exterior Painter
American Railcar Industries Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Supervised exterior painting operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained junior painters on techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Developed efficient workflows for surface preparation and paint application processes.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance finish consistency and durability.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment for maintenance and safety compliance.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
Service Writer /Lube Service Technician
Glen Sain Motors
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed customer service inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses to client needs.
- Coordinated service appointments, optimizing technician schedules for efficient workflow.
- Developed detailed service estimates, enhancing transparency for customers regarding repair costs.
- Facilitated communication between customers and technicians, clarifying service requirements and expectations.
- Stayed up-to-date on technical knowledge through continuous education courses and manufacturer-provided training materials.
- Maintained high safety standards by diligently inspecting vehicles for potential issues during service appointments.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
- Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
- Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
Iron Worker
Becker Fab and Erection
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Conducted safety inspections of work areas and adhered to safety protocols consistently.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational effectiveness on-site.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cooter High School
Cooter Mo05-1996
Skills
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Positive attitude
- Forklift operation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Assembly and production
- Equipment operation
- Manufacturing
- Paperwork completion
- OSHA compliance
- PPE policy adherence
- Equipment inspections
- Cycle counts
- Tugger operations
- Certified forklift operator
Timeline
Material Handler
Anchor Packaging
10.2023 - 11.2025
Conveyor Assembler
Hytrol Conveyor Company
09.2022 - 10.2023
Iron Worker
Adams Contracting
01.2014 - 09.2022
Interior/Exterior Painter
American Railcar Industries Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Service Writer /Lube Service Technician
Glen Sain Motors
01.2011 - 01.2012
Iron Worker
Becker Fab and Erection
01.2004 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Cooter High School