Justin Billings
Hiddenite,NC
Summary
Experienced in agricultural operations with a strong foundation in equipment maintenance and assembly techniques. Responsibilities included harvesting crops, maintaining farm machinery, and ensuring livestock health through effective care practices. Demonstrated attention to detail while following established protocols for soil preparation and crop management, contributing to optimal yield outcomes. Skills in machine operation and basic mechanical tasks are complemented by the ability to interpret blueprints and schematics for assembly processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Dog Cross properties
Hickory
06.2024 - Current
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to livestock under supervision.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
Assembler
PSI
Conover, North Carolina
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow processes within the department.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Record production data such as number of units produced, rejected items.
- Operate machines such as drill presses and saws to cut or shape parts during assembly.
- Notify supervisors of any potential issues that may cause delays in production schedules.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
Farm Hand
Childers Farm
Taylorsville, North Carolina
05.2020 - 09.2023
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Collected eggs from chicken coops on a daily basis.
- Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Documented work performed using computer programs or paper log books.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
Burlaper
Sherrill Furniture
Hickory, North Carolina
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Fabricated upholstered furniture frames and components using hand tools such as hammers, staplers, saws, and screwdrivers.
- Attached decorative trim to furniture pieces using tacks, staples, glue and other adhesives.
- Replaced worn webbing on chairs and sofas with new webbing material.
- Stuffed cushions with foam rubber or cotton batting to create desired shapes and firmness.
- Measured and cut fabrics with scissors or electric cutting machines to specified sizes.
- Inspected finished products to ensure quality standards were met before delivery to customers.
- Repaired ripped seams on upholstery by re-sewing the seam or replacing entire sections of fabric.
- Applied padding materials to seats, backs and arms of chairs and sofas prior to covering them with fabric.
- Stretched fabric and webbing using tools and neatly tacked pieces.
Groundman
Asplundh Tree Expert
Hickory, North Carolina
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Set up trimming equipment for specific jobs by following detailed instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of daily output levels for management review.
- Checked log lengths against specifications before feeding them into hopper at appropriate intervals.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on the chipper machine including checking oil levels, inspecting belts for wear, greasing bearings, lubricating chains.
- Operated chipper machine to chip wood into small pieces for composting and mulching.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Warehouse Order Picker
Rollease
Hickory, North Carolina
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations related to health and safety.
- Stacked picked items onto pallets according to customer specifications and delivery deadlines.
- Assisted in cycle counting process when required.
- Operated forklift trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that all tasks were completed on time.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on material handling equipment.
- Utilized hand-held scanners to locate and pick orders from shelves.
Frame Stager
Craftmaster Furniture
Hiddenite, North Carolina
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Staged frames for the spring up team
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC06-2011
Skills
- Livestock care
- Soil preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Basic mechanical skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Assembly techniques
- Time management
- Drilling and tapping skills
- Hardware installation
- Basic math
- Small parts assembly
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Parts assembly
- Material handling
- Safety procedures
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding inspection
- Grinding and finishing
Timeline
Farm Hand
Dog Cross properties
06.2024 - Current
Assembler
PSI
07.2023 - 05.2024
Farm Hand
Childers Farm
05.2020 - 09.2023
Burlaper
Sherrill Furniture
09.2018 - 04.2020
Groundman
Asplundh Tree Expert
08.2017 - 07.2018
Warehouse Order Picker
Rollease
10.2015 - 07.2017
Frame Stager
Craftmaster Furniture
03.2013 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Catawba Valley Community College