LidNell Locke
Kalamazoo
Summary
Dedicated Industrial Worker with extensive experience in welding, material handling, and forklift operation. Proficient in MIG and TIG welding and equipment maintenance, ensuring adherence to industrial safety protocols. Committed to fostering a safe and productive work environment while supporting team objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Porter
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
Saint Louis
07.2021 - 02.2025
- Ensured cleanliness and order in facility common areas and inmate housing units to promote a safe environment.
- Collected trash from all rooms and organized garbage and recycling receptacles for efficient disposal.
- Oversaw inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment to support daily operational needs.
Cook
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
Alger
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Prepared large quantities of meals for inmates, adhering to dietary guidelines to meet nutritional needs.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure timely meal service during scheduled hours.
- Collaborated with staff to coordinate efficient meal service during scheduled hours, enhancing overall operations.
- Trained new kitchen staff on safety protocols and proper food handling techniques, fostering a safer work environment.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Porter
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
kincheloe
06.2013 - 09.2019
- Ensured cleanliness and order in facility common areas and inmate housing units to create a safe and sanitary environment.
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning tasks in facility to uphold safety standards.
- Removed trash from all rooms and placed garbage and recycling receptacles in approved areas for trash pickup.
- Picked up trash and debris from property and grounds to enhance facility's overall appearance.
- Set up areas for activities and events to support inmate programs.
Education
Nccer - Welding
Michigan Training Unit
Ionia, MI02-2026
GED -
Michigan Department of Corrections
Manistee, MI08-2005
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Material handling equipment use
- Industrial equipment
- Power tools
- Welding techniques
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand tool expertise
- Hand tools
- Safety protocols
- OSHA requirements
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strong work ethic
- Team collaboration
- Excellent communication
Certification
- American Welding Society(AWS)
- Forklift Operation & Safety
- NCCER
Timeline
Porter
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
07.2021 - 02.2025
Cook
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
08.2017 - 06.2020
Porter
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
06.2013 - 09.2019
Nccer - Welding
Michigan Training Unit
GED -
Michigan Department of Corrections