Ralph Hastings
Paris,TN
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Tank liner by trade with strong ability in performing all task's needed . Offering a wide verity of skills for any job needing don. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Rebuild
Paris Tank Lining
Paris, TN
09.2023 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Effectively clean out disassemble then reassembled after being lined aired to specified psi to be leek tested .
Line Operator
Allegro Fine Foods
Paris, TN
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following all safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on how to properly use machines, follow safety protocols.
- Inspected finished products for defects before packaging them for shipment.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors when performing tasks on the line.
- Recorded daily production data accurately into company database systems.
- Kept line material levels within required levels to meet production goals.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met customer specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for improving efficiency of line operations.
- Monitored production line for any potential problems or malfunctions.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Maximized production quality by inspecting, calibrating and adjusting equipment to stay within optimal operational parameters.
- Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating machines on the line.
- Read and understood job orders to meet specific product specifications, including acceptable tolerances, general specifications and required production sequences.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize product quality, speed, and output levels.
- Assisted coworkers in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues quickly.
- Operated multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously during peak times of operation.
- Repaired and maintained production machinery as needed to keep the lines running smoothly.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for raw materials, work in process and finished products.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, conveyors and conveyances.
- Observed machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
- Troubleshot various issues that arose during shift operations using problem-solving skills.
- Calibrated tools and gauges used in manufacturing processes according to standard procedures.
- Completed thorough inspects of finished products in compliance with established protocols and compared results against production specifications.
- Loaded raw materials into machines according to instructions from supervisors.
- Used hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.
- Adhered to optimal manufacturing procedures when using various types of production equipment.
- Made proactive adjustments to machinery feeds and speeds to optimize performance and deal with malfunctions.
- Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with established guidelines.
- Identified areas of improvement within production processes and recommended solutions accordingly.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Forklift Operator
MTD
Martin, TN
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
Blaster Spray Painter
Universal coatings co.
Henry, TN
01.2007 - 12.2016
- Assisted other team members with tasks such as masking off areas before beginning a new job.
- Repaired damaged surfaces by sanding, filing and grinding prior to painting them again.
- Mixed paint to desired color and texture according to specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance on all painting equipment including changing filters and lubricating moving parts.
- Recorded information related to jobs completed such as type of paint used, number of coats applied, into log books.
- Sprayed multiple layers of paint on product surfaces using hand-held airless spray guns.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by removing dirt, rust and grease with abrasive blasting equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained all tools, materials and work areas in a safe manner.
- Applied primer coats or sealers with spray guns or brushes.
- Removed dried paint films from surfaces using chemical solvents or sandblasting techniques.
- Adjusted nozzles, pressure levels, flow rates and spraying angles to achieve desired results.
- Identified potential hazards associated with specific tasks and took steps to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Adhered strictly to established company policies regarding health and safety protocols while performing duties.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times while operating equipment.
- Set up protective covers over areas not intended for painting in order to avoid contamination from overspray.
- Evaluated quality of finished products against specified standards prior to shipment.
- Inspected painted products for flaws such as runs, sags and bubbles.
- Monitored environmental conditions such as humidity levels, temperature and ventilation in order to ensure optimal conditions for painting operations.
- Notified supervisors when supplies were running low so that orders could be placed in a timely manner.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Performed abrasive blasting and cleaning of steel surfaces with high-pressure water jetting, sandblasting, and other methods.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all equipment used in the blasting process.
- Inspected blasting equipment for proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Assessed and inspected equipment to keep properly maintained and in service.
- Trained new employees on safe use of equipment as well as various types of abrasives used in different processes.
- Maintained records of all work performed including materials used, job time estimates, and any adjustments made to the surface.
- Cleaned out blast tanks after each use according to company procedures.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for painting, using air-powered sandblasting equipment.
- Masked specified area of objects to protect from abrading action.
- Assisted in the setup of blast containment systems and ensured that they were properly maintained throughout the duration of the project.
- Set up grit recycling systems for efficient reuse of abrasives during blasting operations.
- Monitored environmental conditions during blasting operations to ensure that no damage was done to surrounding areas or personnel.
- Documented changes made during the course of a job as needed.
- Provided technical support when troubleshooting problems encountered during a job.
- Applied protective coatings to metal surfaces after blasting process was complete.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, air hammers. to prepare surfaces prior to blasting.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating heavy machinery or working with hazardous materials.
- Placed safety cones around blast areas to alert other workers of danger zones.
- Lifted and loaded materials into machines for blasting preparation.
Education
GED -
Henry County High School
Paris, TN02-2008
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Customer Service
- Data Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Organization
- Interpersonal Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rebuild
Paris Tank Lining
09.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
MTD
06.2021 - 09.2021
Line Operator
Allegro Fine Foods
01.2017 - 12.2021
Blaster Spray Painter
Universal coatings co.
01.2007 - 12.2016
GED -
Henry County High School
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