Justin Rue
Madisonville,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented with expertise in equipment operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to execute tasks efficiently while collaborating with teams to achieve operational goals. Adaptable with a strong foundation in support departments and logistics. Skilled in quality control, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols, contributing to streamlined processes and timely deliveries across various roles. Strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills with willingness to learn new jobs and skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Reckless Industries
Greenback, TN
01.2026 - Current
- Operated hand tools and machinery to complete production tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and organized workspaces, ensuring safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily operational goals and deadlines.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards during labor activities.
- Executed minor welding and fabrication tasks with precision and attention to detail.
- Utilized cutting machinery to efficiently prepare boats and fiberglass materials for timely shipment.
- Designed and assembled shipping platforms and pallets to facilitate the distribution of various molds and fiberglass products.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
Driver
Motor Maxx
Madisonville, TN
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Ensured timely delivery of goods while adhering to safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine maintenance checks to optimize performance.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS systems, improving route planning and delivery accuracy.
- Managed logistics for vehicle and load pickups by driving Ford F-350 dually with trailer.
- Documented delivery schedules and maintained accurate records of mileage and fuel consumption.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
Deposition Hall Tech
Wacker Polysilicon
Charleston, TN
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Operated and maintained equipment to ensure optimal production quality.
- Conducted routine inspections, identifying and resolving potential issues proactively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted training on hazmat chemical lockouts to ensure compliance.
- Operated diverse power and manual tools to efficiently open and close reactors for polysilicon harvesting.
- Operated mobile cranes, motorized pallet jacks, and fork trucks to facilitate polysilicon harvesting.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
Shipping Technician/ Rackbar Setup Technician
JTEKT Automotive
Vonore, TN
04.2002 - 05.2016
- Operated shipping equipment to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Coordinated inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce delays.
- Oversaw packaging operations to maintain quality standards and enhance efficiency.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored compliance with shipping regulations to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Obtained OSHA certification for operation of various mobile equipment, including forklifts, order pickers, and laser-guided systems.
- Oversaw product assembly and shipment preparation processes. Managed loading of trucks for delivery with fork truck. Implemented scanning programs to track products for shipment. Supervised inventory management systems to ensure accuracy. Led 2nd shift team in shipping department operations.
- Oversaw logistics in control stores, managing material handling and delivery of parts to departments using various mobile equipment.
- Oversaw maintenance operations for broaches and grinding wheels, contributing to consistent production of high-quality components. Executed broach detail replacements and adjustments to ensure compliance with specifications. Managed grinding wheel changes and fine-tuned settings to adhere to production requirements.
- Utilized diverse quality control tools and programs to ensure accurate machine setup on rack bar lines.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, reducing downtime caused by malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency in the workplace.
- Ensured proper handling of fragile items, resulting in reduced product damage during transit.
- Conducted routine audits of shipment contents, ensuring accuracy and preventing potential discrepancies.
- Expedited urgent orders to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality or accuracy of shipments.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the shipping department.
- Collaborated with warehouse team to maintain optimal inventory levels, avoiding stock shortages or excess.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering And Drafting/ CAD/CAM
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN06-2001
High School Diploma -
McMinn County High School
Athens, TN05-2001
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Safety procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Equipment operation
- Quality control
- Tool and equipment maintenance
- Regulations compliance
- Equipment management
- Equipment Repair
- Measuring and cutting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Task prioritization
- Manual dexterity
- Hand tools operation
- Punctuality and reliability
- Worksite organization
- Safety protocol
- Troubleshooting specialist
- Willingness to learn
- Safety awareness
- Material handling
- Repetitive work
- Hand-eye coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- Truck loading and unloading
- Supply management
- OSHA Mobile Equipment Certification-Fork trucks, standing order pickers, laser guided crowns, scissor lifts, indoor remote control mobile cranes, rider pallet jacks
- Team Leader training and experience
- HAZMAD training and Chemical Safety training
- Inventory management experience
- Chemical Operator Training
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
General Laborer
Reckless Industries
01.2026 - Current
Driver
Motor Maxx
05.2018 - 08.2023
Deposition Hall Tech
Wacker Polysilicon
03.2017 - 05.2018
Shipping Technician/ Rackbar Setup Technician
JTEKT Automotive
04.2002 - 05.2016
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering And Drafting/ CAD/CAM
Chattanooga State Community College
High School Diploma -
McMinn County High School