Nicholas Taylor
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and quality control, demonstrated at Concept Powder Coating through advanced coating techniques and effective team collaboration. Skilled in hazardous materials handling and problem-solving, achieving significant waste reduction. Excelled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing safety and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Coating Technician
Concept Powder Coating
2023.03 - 2024.02
- Trained others on operation and setup of powder coat operations.
- Communicated and escalated with peers and principles.
- Measured and improved processes to meet organization goals.
- Performed powder, troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
- Set up and operated powder coating and assorted power and hand tools.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives focused on streamlining workflows within the department.
- Assisted engineering team with research projects aimed at enhancing product performance through advanced coatings.
- Reduced waste by streamlining material usage and minimizing defects during the manufacturing process.
- Implemented quality control measures that led to a noticeable decrease in defects and rework incidents.
- Conducted tests on coated samples to evaluate durability, adhesion properties, and overall performance characteristics.
Hazardous Waste Technician
Heritage Environmental Services LLC
2023.03 - 2024.02
- Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols.
- Removed soil, debris and other materials from spill sites and placed in appropriate containers.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular hazard assessments and providing timely recommendations.
- Streamlined hazardous waste disposal processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced risk of contamination.
- Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
- Moved and loaded drums and containers weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
- Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
- Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
- Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses across [Location].
- Audited hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety controls.
- Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
- Managed disposal of non-hazardous and special waste materials such as [Type].
Ups Driver
UPS
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
Amazon Package Handler
Amazon
2018.06 - 2020.05
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Streamlined workflow by coordinating with team members on efficient loading and unloading procedures.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
Dish Washer
JW Marriott Hotel
2018.06 - 2019.04
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2019
Skills
- Power Tool Operation
- Epoxy Coatings
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Surface cleaning
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Coating Inspection
- Surface Preparation
- Masking techniques
- First Aid Training
- Confined Space Entry
- Spray equipment operation
- Coating Thickness Measurement
- Waste disposal
- Visual Inspection
- Solvent Selection
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Lifting Techniques
- Environmental Compliance
- Powder coating
- Protective coatings knowledge
- Chemical Mixing
- Adhesion Testing
- Electrostatic spraying
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Safety Procedures
- Team building
- Paint mixing
- Color mixing
- Quality Control
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Coating Technician
Concept Powder Coating
2023.03 - 2024.02
Hazardous Waste Technician
Heritage Environmental Services LLC
2023.03 - 2024.02
Ups Driver
UPS
2021.11 - 2022.01
Amazon Package Handler
Amazon
2018.06 - 2020.05
Dish Washer
JW Marriott Hotel
2018.06 - 2019.04
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
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