Rickey FERGUSON
BWXT
Limestone,TN
33
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with over eight years of experience in hazardous waste management and manufacturing operations. Skilled in teamwork, communication, and time management, contributing to improved safety and efficiency in waste processing and training initiatives.
Work History
Hazardous Waste Technician
8 Years 1 Month- Managed hazardous waste disposal in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conducted inspections and assessments of waste materials to ensure safe handling.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and waste management procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in waste processing operations.
- 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 10000 pounds.
- Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
- Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
Manufacturing Technician
16 Years- Operated and maintained advanced manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify adherence to industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and implement corrective actions.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and operational best practices to enhance team performance.
- Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by employing effective time-management skills and maintaining focus on task completion.
Supervisor of Factory Operations
7 Years 9 Months- Oversaw daily operations to ensure production targets were met consistently.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency across factory workflows.
- Managed inventory control systems to optimize supply chain processes.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational best practices.
- Established clear lines of responsibility among staff members by clearly defining roles and expectations, resulting in increased accountability and performance.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback and support for continuous improvement efforts.
Manufacturing Operator
1 Year- Monitored quality control processes, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Waste identification
Hazard communication
Personal protective equipment
First aid training
Confined space entry
Teamwork and communication
Problem-solving
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Timeline
Hazardous Waste Technician
BWXT
07.2018 - CurrentRead More
Manufacturing Technician
BWXT
07.2002 - 07.2018Read More
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Superior Industries International Inc
10.1994 - 07.2002Read More
Manufacturing Operator
Superior Industries International Inc
10.1993 - 10.1994Read More
Daniel Boone High School
High School Diploma
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