Justin Hanna
Joshua,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Gerdau Ameristeel, I excel in operating heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes, with precision and safety, ensuring efficient material handling and team collaboration. My expertise in OSHA compliance and yard safety, coupled with a strong work ethic and the ability to enhance team productivity, positions me as a valuable asset.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
12.2010 - 12.2024
- Operated a 52,000 pound load capacity Taylor Forklift
- Transported goods between yard locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Improved yard efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Kept yard clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Supported yard staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly via scanner.
- Conserved yard space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging steel.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Logistics Specialist
Gerdau Ameristeel
12.2010 - 10.2024
- Forklift Operator, Crane Operator, and Team Leader.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety procedures and conducting regular inspections of warehouse facilities.
- Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
- Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Trained new team members on best practices in material logistics management, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Crane Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
08.2019 - 10.2024
- Operated Overhead Crane
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by performing routine maintenance tasks and promptly addressing issues.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.
- Operated mobile rail crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Minimized downtime by troubleshooting mechanical issues quickly, working closely with maintenance staff for prompt repairs.
- Leveraged expertise in load-lifting attachments and rigging techniques to manage diverse loads.
- Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
- Optimized crane operations by continually refining lifting strategies based on site-specific conditions and requirements.
- Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
- Played an instrumental role in the prevention of accidents or incidents by actively engaging in safety meetings and implementing suggestions for improvement.
- Ensured accurate load placement with expert use of rigging techniques and communication with ground crew members.
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by staying current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining strict adherence to safety standards.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Operated cranes and other equipment while monitoring coworker, personal and overall work zone safety.
- Provided comprehensive training to new crane operators, improving team skill levels and operational safety.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, TX05-1998
Skills
- Forklift Operator Certification (Heavy Duty)
- Loading and Unloading Steel
- Shipping and Receiving
- Overhead Crane Operator
- Team Player
- Yard Safety
- Material Handling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- General Laborer
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and Reliable
- OSHA Compliance
- Staging and Sorting in the yard
Certification
- Advanced Forklift Operator Certification - Gerdau
- Overhead Crane Operator Certificate - Gerdau
Timeline
Crane Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
08.2019 - 10.2024
Forklift Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
12.2010 - 12.2024
Logistics Specialist
Gerdau Ameristeel
12.2010 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School