John Nickels
Sandwich,IL
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Nickels Farm
03.2004 - 10.2014
- Operated farm machinery to assist in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from infestations. held a certified applicators license.
- Monitored crop growth and reported any issues or anomalies to supervisors.
- Trained new employees on farm safety protocols and equipment use.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Fabrication Welder
Needhams Welding Shop
Kaneville, IL
03.2007 - 12.2008
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly and fabrication.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during all welding processes.
Machineist
Radiac Abrasives Inc.
Oswego, IL
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Operated precision surface grinding machines and lathes to produce precision components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for machining tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
Carpenter
Menards
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Constructed various wood structures including wood building trusses.
- Operated power tools and equipment safely to complete tasks efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise measurements and cuts.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline construction processes and enhance productivity.
Forklift Operator
Handi-Foil
Naperville, IL
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Implemented best practices for material handling, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations and equipment maintenance logs.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Made inventory transactions using SAP computers systems
Forklift Operator
Plano Molding Company
07.2020 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, maintaining organized work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
- Trained new staff on forklift operation and safety protocols.
- Experience making inventory transfers and pick confirmations with SAP computer systems
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Plano Molding Company
07.2020 - 03.2026
Forklift Operator
Handi-Foil
07.2018 - 07.2020
Carpenter
Menards
07.2017 - 05.2018
Machineist
Radiac Abrasives Inc.
11.2015 - 07.2017
Fabrication Welder
Needhams Welding Shop
03.2007 - 12.2008
Farm Hand
Nickels Farm
03.2004 - 10.2014