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Michael Nelson

Gloucester,VA

Summary

Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with experience supporting team members and job requirements with safe performance. Proudly offering over 35 years of experience working on job sites in all conditions. High performing employee known for following accurate operating procedures and conducting regular routine maintenance. Offering strong work ethic and great team collaboration talents.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

QED
Norfolk, VA
02.2024 - Current
  • Conducted internal audits of finished goods in order to identify areas needing improvement.
  • Monitored production activities to ensure that all products meet required quality standards.
  • Evaluated supplier performance based on delivery times, product quality, and cost effectiveness.
  • Trained personnel on proper methods for performing inspections, calibrations, and tests according to established guidelines.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
01.2012 - Current
  • Elite certified on all Hysters forklifts
  • Certified on all JLG's up to 135 ft boom
  • Weight test certified on forklifts
  • Certified for JLG inspections
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.

Forklift Mechanic

VBS Material Handling
Chesapeake, VA
12.2005 - 01.2012
  • Repaired and maintained equipment in good working order.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures on systems and components of forklift models.
  • Followed safety procedures with every job and operated tools, gauges, and equipment correctly.
  • Read and followed schematics and diagrams for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brewbaker High School
Norfolk, VA
06.1981

Skills

  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Maintenance procedures
  • Pre-operational equipment inspections
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Effective communication skills
  • Daily vehicle assessments
  • Issue Diagnosis
  • Reliable

Timeline

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

QED
02.2024 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Newport News Shipbuilding
01.2012 - Current

Forklift Mechanic

VBS Material Handling
12.2005 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Brewbaker High School
Michael Nelson