Michael Pollard
Forest,VA
Summary
Retired veteran seeking opportunity to work with my wife and spend as much time together as possible. Hardworking and a real problem solver. Able to identify problem areas before they become a issue. A range of experience that would benefit a small hotel owner. After all the challenges in life I have faced I have the ability to adapt to any situation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Frito Lay
Lynchburg, Virginia
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Warehouse Material Handler
Hanawa Azdel
Lynchburg, VA
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping, dusting, organizing shelves and disposing of trash.
- Operated powered industrial equipment such as order pickers, stand-up reach trucks, turret trucks, and electric pallet jacks safely according to company guidelines.
- Reported any discrepancies between physical count versus system count to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
Warehouse Worker
Mohawk Carpet
Buena Vista, VA
06.2018 - 04.2020
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
Medical Laboratory Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Lackland, TexA
03.2009 - 07.2015
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments.
- Verified patient information and collected specimens according to established protocols.
- Prepared reagents, media, stains, solutions, and other materials used in testing procedures.
- Conducted microscopic examinations of body fluids such as urine or blood samples.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Certificate - Machine Shop Technology
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA04-2024
Welding - Welding
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05-2018
Certificate - Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2010
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Management
- Workplace Safety
- Machinery Operation
- Machinery Cleaning
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment monitoring
- Parts Fabrication
- Basic Math
- Regulatory Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Quality Control
- Machine Maintenance
- Equipment Inspection
- Quality Assurance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Operation
- Precision measurement
- Manufacturing
- Good Communication
- Heavy Lifting
- Assembly procedures
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
- Power and hand tools
- OSHA
- Problem-Solving
- Modifications and adjustments
- Polishing work
- Operations Support
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Shipping and Labeling
- Start Up Procedures
- Measuring and Cutting
- Lifts up to 100 pounds
- General laborer
- Welding and electrical knowledge
- Tool Maintenance
- Meat Cutting
- Stock Rotation
- Inventory Stocking
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Processing
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Knife Skills
- Equipment Sanitation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Problem assessment and resolution
- Tile application
Timeline
Machine Operator
Frito Lay
02.2022 - 08.2023
Warehouse Material Handler
Hanawa Azdel
08.2020 - 12.2021
Warehouse Worker
Mohawk Carpet
06.2018 - 04.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2009 - 07.2015
Certificate - Machine Shop Technology
Central Virginia Community College
Welding - Welding
Central Virginia Community College
Certificate - Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of The Air Force