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Kasey Hicks

170 Pond View Dr Holly Pond

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at LP Building Solutions. Proven expertise in press troubleshooting and efficient machine operation, complemented by strong problem-solving abilities and effective team collaboration. Adept at utilizing overhead cranes and rigging to enhance productivity and ensure quality standards are met.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Technician

LP Building Solutions
Hanceville, AL
10.2025 - Current
  • Perform thorough analysis of all OSB products to ensure they adhere to stringent guidelines set forth by the APA- Engineer Wood Association.
  • Oversee the production of 700,000 linear feet, per 12- hour shift, of OSB products to ensure structural and cosmetic integrity of boards are maintained before products make it to the consumer.
  • Adjust all aspects to include saw line components, electronic production, control consoles of the production line to assure minimal downtime is achieved.
  • Communicate necessary adjustments to operators based on visual and laboratory analysis to maintain production tempo and quality.
  • Produce detailed daily and monthly reports for upper management that are directly communicated to corporate headquarters.

Press Operator

LP Building Solutions
Hanceville, AL
04.2022 - 10.2025
  • Implementing effective time management techniques and prioritizing tasks accordingly. When forming line and press get out of sequence.
  • Communicate with Millwrights and Troubleshooting press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
  • Adjust press settings and monitor how boards look with with Quality Control

Forklift Operator

LP Building Solutions
Hanceville, AL
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize where wood products need to be placed throughout the mill
  • Work with other forklift operators within the mill if falling behind or needing help loading or unloading there machines.

Trailer Repair Tech

Warren Manufacturing
Birmingham, AL
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Team lead in repairs. Read blueprints and work orders. Coordinate work accordingly to parts in stock and make orders if not in stock
  • Work with Tank bay and Bottoms bay if a questions come up about parts
  • Weld Aluminum and Steel use of overhead cranes and rigging

Auger Tech

Warren Manufacturing
Birmingham, AL
06.2015 - 10.2017
  • Read blueprints and work orders to ensure right size augers are installed in trailers
  • Drill and weld steel augers and fit with bushings
  • Coordinate with other to when we can install augers in trailers
  • Use of overhead cranes and rigging to install augers into trailers

Education

High School Diploma -

Holly Pond High
Cullman, AL

Skills

  • Operation of overhead cranes and rigging
  • Hand tools, Reading tape measure
  • Forklifts
  • Press troubleshooting
  • Efficient setup
  • Machine Operation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Tool Maintenance
  • Team building
  • Pneumatic Tools

Timeline

Quality Control Technician

LP Building Solutions
10.2025 - Current

Press Operator

LP Building Solutions
04.2022 - 10.2025

Forklift Operator

LP Building Solutions
09.2020 - 04.2022

Trailer Repair Tech

Warren Manufacturing
10.2017 - 09.2020

Auger Tech

Warren Manufacturing
06.2015 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Holly Pond High