Kevin Horton
Akron,OH
Summary
Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards. Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Towmotor Driver
Applied Material Finishing
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with warehouse management teams in developing efficient material handling processes, optimizing the use of tow motor equipment.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Contributed to a well-organized warehouse with precise placement of materials during tow motor operation.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
Towmotor / Wearhouse
Highway Distributing
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Towmotor/Machine Operator
Soprema
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Utilized Lean Manufacturing principles to identify areas for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Assessed readings from recording instruments, [Type] and other indicators and watched for warning signals.
Education
GED -
Garfield Heights High School
Garfield Heights, OH06.2016
Skills
- Operation Monitoring
- Tractor maintenance
- CAD Software
- Route Planning
- Production Support
- Inventory Tracking
- Shipping and receiving
- Order Picking
- Materials Movement
- Storage and Stacking
- Safe Driving Practices
- Warehouse Operations
- Forklift Operator Certification
Timeline
Towmotor Driver
Applied Material Finishing
01.2023 - 02.2024
Towmotor / Wearhouse
Highway Distributing
03.2021 - 12.2023
Towmotor/Machine Operator
Soprema
04.2018 - 02.2021
GED -
Garfield Heights High School
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