Richard Sholes
Scotia,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven expertise in heavy equipment operation and team leadership, honed at Steve Wills Trucking and Root 101 Nursery. Skilled in forklift operation and fostering safety awareness, I excel in streamlining operations to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction. Successfully mentored staff, boosting morale and performance, while achieving significant inventory management efficiencies.
Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Root 101 Nursery
03.2017 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Delivery Driver.
- Forklift Trainer.
- Loaded and Loaded Semi Trucks, Customers pickups and trailers using forklifts, skid steers and mini excavators.
- Safety Coordinator.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining operational processes.
Utility Operator
Green Leaf Power
11.2012 - 11.2017
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Performed thorough pre-and post-operation equipment checks, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by expertly operating loaders and heavy equipment for timely material handling.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Operated Cat 966 and 980 Loaders, Bob Cat skid steers in extremely fast paced environment safely and effectively.
- Took and recorded gauge readings.
Safety Coordinator
Steve Wills Trucking & Logging
04.2014 - 03.2017
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problemsolving.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Implemented hazard communication programs for chemical handling/storage procedures, maintaining MSDS records for easy access by employees during emergencies or routine operations.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Managed worker''s compensation claims process, expediting cases and minimizing costs associated with work-related injuries.
- Wrote safety program plans to manage hazards, reduce incidents and save company money through less time lost and lower insurance payouts.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Did General Manager duties When General Manager was unavailable.
- Operated front end loader to unload Log Trucks when needed.
- Operated forklift when needed.
- Set chocker when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ferndale Union Highschool
Ferndale06-1992
Skills
- Forklift operator certification
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Safety awareness
- General laborer
- Equipment inspection
- Heavy equipment operation
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Task delegation
Certification
- Forklift Certified Classes 1,4,5 2023
- Forklift Trainer Certified 2023
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Root 101 Nursery
03.2017 - Current
Safety Coordinator
Steve Wills Trucking & Logging
04.2014 - 03.2017
Utility Operator
Green Leaf Power
11.2012 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Ferndale Union Highschool
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