Ouzzie L. Shields Jr
Brighton,Alabama
Summary
To secure a position with a dynamic, cutting-edge company who encourages their employees to think beyond the box, offers challenge, flexibility, personal and professional growth with opportunities for advancement, as well as the opportunity to make contributions toward the productivity and success of the company.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Bricklayer
Bisco Refractories
05.2018 - Current
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares, and levels.
- Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
Community Service Volunteer
Brighton Community Service
Brighton, AL
06.1990 - Current
- Supported the coordination of themed events and innovative programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Street Sanitation Supervisor
City of Brighton
Brighton, Alabama
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Ensuring that all Sanitation Employees are trained in proper sanitation practices; ensure that the city streets and/or grounds are in compliance with all Sanitation regulations; ensuring that proper documentation is prepared showing that Sanitation has been conducted in accordance with all required regulations
- Report production performance and provide objective feedback on opportunities for improvement and corrective actions
- Ensure that all employees follow all company policies and procedures for the safe, quality, efficient and ethical operation of the city
- Assure that only company approved sanitation supplies and tools are used
- Work closely and report to the City Mayor of Brighton directly.
Gestamp, Assembly Production Line
McCalla, Alabama
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Produce auto parts for Mercedes plant
- Inspecting and unloading metal automotive parts as they come off of the stamping press; Quality Checks and Inspections; Comply with all OSHA Safety and Health rules; Cross Train on additional work stations; Backfill when necessary at other workstations.
United States Army, Military Spouse
Remscheid, Germany
06.2011 - 04.2015
- Relocation due to spousal order transferred to Germany.
Shipping/Receiving Specialist
PreCoat Metal
Hueytown, Alabama
05.2011 - 07.2011
- Verified inventory computations by comparing data against the physical inventory in-house
- Investigate discrepancies, made the necessary documentation along with input the adjusted errors
- Requisitions and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock
- Prepare documents of work orders, bills of lading and shipping orders to route materials.
Maintenance Technician
AL Employment
Hoover, Alabama
06.2009 - 05.2011
- Calculated amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements and work requirements.
Assembly Operator
Spherion Services
Vestavia, Alabama
09.2005 - 07.2006
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment
- Trained co-workers/peers to read gauges, dials and indicators properly
- Assigned tasks to co-workers to perform daily to ensure the quality of production.
Titian Coating Inc, Paint Batch Adjuster
Bessemer, Alabama
03.2002 - 05.2005
- Set-up, operate and tend the machines to mix or blend materials such as chemicals, liquids, color pigments and/or explosive ingredients.
Bus Driver
Jefferson County Board of Education, Environmental Services
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2001 - 03.2002
- Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition
- Perform heavy industrial cleaning duties
- Transported clients and students with disabilities to various locations while adhering to all state safety rules and regulations during transport.
Education
Computer Aid Drafting and Design -
Lawson State Community College
Birmingham, Alabama06.2020
Diploma -
Brighton High School
Brighton, Alabama06.1987
Skills
- Brick cutting
- Scaffolding setup
- Site preparation
- Concrete mixing
- Hand tool proficiency
- OSHA safety standards
- Mortar preparation
Timeline
Bricklayer
Bisco Refractories
05.2018 - Current
Street Sanitation Supervisor
City of Brighton
09.2016 - 05.2018
Gestamp, Assembly Production Line
06.2016 - 09.2016
United States Army, Military Spouse
06.2011 - 04.2015
Shipping/Receiving Specialist
PreCoat Metal
05.2011 - 07.2011
Maintenance Technician
AL Employment
06.2009 - 05.2011
Assembly Operator
Spherion Services
09.2005 - 07.2006
Titian Coating Inc, Paint Batch Adjuster
03.2002 - 05.2005
Bus Driver
Jefferson County Board of Education, Environmental Services
08.2001 - 03.2002
Community Service Volunteer
Brighton Community Service
06.1990 - Current
Computer Aid Drafting and Design -
Lawson State Community College
Diploma -
Brighton High School