Leighton Bryn Doran

Temporary Employee (August 2018 - August 2019) through Shafer Staffing, Oglesby, IL 61348

Full-Time Employee (August 2019 - December 2025)

• Operated heavy machinery to include a crane, backhoe, excavator, and mobile shears to move, cut, and compress recyclable materials.
• Operated other equipment such forklifts, pallet jacks and front-end loaders to load bales, bundles, or other heavy items onto trucks for shipping.
• Conducted regular equipment checks and followed heavy equipment safety and operation procedures..
• Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues and completed minor repairs.
• Sorted and categorized recyclable materials and assisted customers at public drop-off sites by providing guidance on proper disposal of recyclables.
• Monitored the condition of incoming material, ensuring only appropriate items were processed.

• Supported warehouse and shipping operations within a food production facility.
• Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move products within the warehouse from production to shipping.
• Operated heavy equipment such as wheel-loaders to move material to different areas around the warehouse yard.
• Cross-trained in multiple warehouse functions and provided support wherever needed.

• Completed residential welding and deck construction projects for local homeowners.
• Built and repaired wood decks, including framing, decking, railing, and stairs.
• Performed custom welding, fabrication, and repair projects as requested.
• Earned repeat business through dependable service and quality workmanship.

• Performed a variety of warehouse operations including receiving, order fulfillment, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to safely load, unload, and move products.
• Maintained inventory records by scanning, labeling, stocking, and organizing products.
• Cross-trained in multiple warehouse functions and provided support wherever needed.

• Performed ARC, MIG, and TIG welding and basic metal fabrication for repair and custom projects.
• Measured, cut, and prepared metal materials per project specifications.
• Operated grinders, saws, and other hand and power tools.