Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Awards
Accreditations
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Marcus Rush

Auburn,AL

Summary

Dynamic Machine Leader with extensive experience at Baxter Healthcare, excelling in machinery operation and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective team coordination and quality assurance. Skilled in equipment maintenance and employee training, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to safety compliance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Blender Operator

Pharmatite
Opelika, Alabama
04.2022 - 12.2025
  • Operated blending machinery to mix pharmaceutical ingredients efficiently.
  • Monitored blending processes to ensure consistency and quality standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of blending area to promote safety.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues during blending operations.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for blending and batch production.

Extruder Tech

Aptar
Auburn, Alabama
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
  • Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.

Machine Leader

Baxter Healthcare
04.2018 - 10.2021
  • Operated machinery to load materials into production lines.
  • Managed inventory by organizing and tracking material supplies.
  • Maintained clean and safe work areas following safety protocols.
  • Assisted in training new employees on loading procedures.
  • Coordinated with team members to ensure timely material delivery.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Performed basic troubleshooting on machines when necessary.
  • Assisted in the maintenance and repair of machinery, as needed.

Driver Local

Swift Transportation
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Operated commercial vehicles safely across designated routes.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading freight to optimize delivery efficiency.

Driver OTR

CRST
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Operated commercial vehicles across regional routes for transportation of freight.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all trips.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety standards.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate pick-up and delivery schedules.

Floater

Masterbrand
Auburn, AL
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Load and inspect parts to ensure no damage
  • Ensure parts are made of and labeled as the correct species of wood
  • Use hand and power tools to ensure a smooth surface
  • Spray part to the right color
  • Make sure part are in the right cart and number right

Fly Wheel Operator, Assembly line operator

Briggs and Stratton
Auburn, AL
12.2011 - 01.2013
  • Inspect Fly Wheel to make sure all parts are cut, balanced, and correct
  • Drill Fly Wheel
  • Oversee Cut and Balance machine
  • Made and package engines into boxes
  • Apply labels to correct engines and boxes

Heavy Machinery Operator

Muhlenberg Career Development Center
Greenville, KY
05.2009 - 03.2010
  • Operated heavy construction equipment suitable for civil and housing works
  • Trained in and completed programs to ensure safety of property and personnel

Education

Heavy Machinery Operator -

Muhlenberg Career Development Center
Greenville, KY
03.2010

Heavy Equipment Operation Certification -

Muhlenberg Career Development Center
Greenville, KY
01.2010

Standard Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School
Tuskegee, AL
01.2008

Skills

  • Caterpillar 924G
  • Machinery operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Inventory management
  • Quality assurance
  • Basic troubleshooting
  • Safety compliance
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Material handling
  • Team coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Employee training
  • Machine maintenance
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Machinery cleaning
  • Shipping and labeling
  • Machinery operations
  • 311 CAT Excavator
  • 314C LCR Excavator
  • Wheel Loader
  • Strong work ethic
  • Heavy lifting
  • D8K Dozer
  • D5H Series II Dozer
  • Excavator
  • D7
  • John Deer 690 Track Hoe
  • Toyota Warehouse Forklift
  • Army Jeep Dump Truck
  • D4 with a 6 Way Blade
  • Case 580M Backhoe
  • Case 580L Backhoe
  • 1840 Skid Steer Loader
  • Vibromax Rollers
  • Bomag Rollers
  • Ford 4500 Tractor
  • Bush hog
  • Box blade
  • CDL Holder
  • Truck Driver

Volunteer Experience

Volunteered in the Center Cafeteria providing service and maintaining cleanliness

Awards

  • HEO Student of the Month Certificate, 10/01/09
  • Completed Leadership I Training

Accreditations

  • 10 hour Occupational Safety & Health Training Course (OSHA)
  • National Center for Construction Education & Research Certification (NCCER) and Card
  • Forklift Operator Safety Training Completion Card
  • American Traffic Safety Services Association Registered Flagger
  • Adult First Aid/CPR

Timeline

Extruder Tech

Aptar
05.2023 - 10.2024

Blender Operator

Pharmatite
04.2022 - 12.2025

Machine Leader

Baxter Healthcare
04.2018 - 10.2021

Driver Local

Swift Transportation
09.2017 - 02.2018

Driver OTR

CRST
03.2017 - 09.2017

Floater

Masterbrand
01.2013 - 01.2017

Fly Wheel Operator, Assembly line operator

Briggs and Stratton
12.2011 - 01.2013

Heavy Machinery Operator

Muhlenberg Career Development Center
05.2009 - 03.2010

Heavy Machinery Operator -

Muhlenberg Career Development Center

Heavy Equipment Operation Certification -

Muhlenberg Career Development Center

Standard Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School

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