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Robert Sutton

5050 Old Salem Rd, Rockvale,TN

Summary

Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in machine operation, setup, and maintenance. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs. Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality. Factory forklift and hoist operator as well as heavy equipment on various construction sites. Class B CDL with 25+ years voluntarily operating passenger buses for local churches with experience on various interstate, city and rural routes with no safety or traffic incident.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Machine Operator/Forklift Operator

Bridgestone Americas
04.2011 - 07.2025
  • Operated machinery following safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and basic troubleshooting.
  • Loaded materials into machines, ensuring proper alignment for optimal performance.
  • Assisted in monitoring production processes to identify and address issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals efficiently.
  • Documented operational data accurately to support quality control measures.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Methodically staging bulk materials on tire assembly machines using forklift and hoists in timely manner to minimize downtime thus optimizing machine production.

Construction Foreman/Bricklayer

Carney Masonry
05.2005 - 03.2011
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and construction standards.
  • Coordinated subcontractor activities to maintain project timelines and quality expectations.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on equipment operation and best practices in site management.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced material waste on-site.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to resolve design discrepancies during construction phases.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints and specs to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Verified and submitted team timesheets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Franklin Road Christian School
Murfreesboro, TN

Skills

  • Strong work ethic with perfect attendance for 20 years (0 unexcused absences)
  • Class B CDL (passenger bus/26ft box truck)
  • OSHA safety compliant equipment operation
  • Practices proper heavy lifting technics
  • Forklift and hoist operation
  • Quality minded attention to detail
  • Start up and assembly procedures
  • Versatile at various skills to aid production
  • Heavy construction equipment operator
  • Good communication/record keeping skills

Timeline

Machine Operator/Forklift Operator

Bridgestone Americas
04.2011 - 07.2025

Construction Foreman/Bricklayer

Carney Masonry
05.2005 - 03.2011

High School Diploma -

Franklin Road Christian School

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