Robert W. Slough
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 27 years of experience in shipping and quality inspection. Expertise in ensuring product quality and compliance with safety standards, significantly reducing defects and enhancing operational efficiency. Extensive experience in powered industrial truck operation. Proven track record in maintaining safety compliance and optimizing shipping processes for enhanced efficiency.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Material Handler
Yokohama Tire
Salem, VA
08.1998 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport tires and materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently to maintain workflow.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and accuracy before storage.
- Organized inventory in designated areas for easy access and retrieval.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the shipping area daily.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping processes effectively.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained a clean work environment in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Processed orders by picking items from shelves and packing them into boxes according to customer specifications.
- Used computer systems to track incoming and outgoing shipments and generate reports.
- Performed daily inspections on all equipment used in the shipping process to ensure safety standards were met.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and hand truck to move materials within warehouse and to and from shipping vehicle.
- Reported any issues or discrepancies encountered during the shipping process to supervisors immediately.
- Followed established protocols for reporting accidents or incidents involving personnel or property.
- Verified that all material was properly packed, labeled, and free from damage.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding hazardous materials handling procedures.
- Operated machinery such as hoists, lifts, conveyors, and other equipment to move material within the facility.
- Utilized a forklift to move heavy materials around the warehouse.
- Stacked materials onto pallets and shrink-wrapped them for safe storage or transport.
- Provided training to new employees on shipping department procedures.
- Loaded outgoing shipments onto trucks using proper lifting techniques and safety precautions.
- Unloaded incoming shipments from trucks manually or with assistance of powered lift devices.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Operated lift equipment to safely move stock in and out of high bay areas and around premises.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Logged unit quantities and entered data into inventory database.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to meet scheduling requirements.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
- Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
- Troubleshot issues related to shipping and receiving in compliance with corporate procedures.
Finishing Quality Inspector
Yokohama Tire
Salem, VA
08.1998 - 03.2026
- Inspected tire quality for defects and ensured compliance with company standards.
- Operated inspection equipment to assess tire performance and durability.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records of findings.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality concerns promptly.
- Conducted routine safety checks on machinery and equipment used in inspections.
- Trained new employees on inspection processes and quality control protocols.
- Reviewed production processes to identify areas for improvement in quality assurance.
- Ensured proper labeling and tracking of inspected tires for inventory management.
- Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
- Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
- Monitored production process to ensure quality control standards are met at all times.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
- Attended regular meetings with management team members to discuss current status of quality control efforts.
- Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while inspecting materials or products.
- Recommended corrective actions to minimize rate of product defects.
- Reviewed and inspected products for conformance to established standards, specifications and customer requirements.
- Collaborated with other departments on improvement projects related to quality assurance initiatives.
- Measured product dimensions to assess compliance with specifications.
- Identified root causes of defective parts through analysis of data, inspections, tests.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Assisted in the development of processes or procedures related to quality assurance activities.
- Provided technical support to production staff regarding quality issues.
- Observed employee fieldwork and usage of materials for quality and consistency.
- Trained professionals to perform and document quality inspections and audits.
- Tested and items to determine proper functionality.
- Inspected and tested products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.
- Repaired malfunctions, reassembled items, and performed final tests.
Laser Marking Machine Operator
Vitramon
Roanoke, VA
02.1991 - 08.1998
- Operated machinery to ensure smooth production flow.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to prevent breakdowns.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Trained new operators on machinery usage and safety standards.
- Adjusted machine settings for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Read job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Trained new operators to improve retention rates and increase production.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
- Promoted efficient operation of production processes through careful control system monitoring
- Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
Tape and Reel Product Packaging
Vitramon
Roanoke, VA
02.1991 - 08.1998
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Utilized various equipment and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Byrd High School
Vinton, VA06-1990
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Quality inspection
- Shipment processing
- Safety compliance
- Logistics coordination
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Heavy lifting
- Quality assurance inspections
- Package handling
- Manual handling
- Equipment monitoring
- Compliance with company standards for parts processing
- ISO 9001 manufacturing experience
- Shipping operations
- Optimizing efficiency
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment inspections
Accomplishments
Recognized for cost efficiency savings in identifying defect in machine operation that would have resulted in a extremely large loss of product.
Affiliations
Mechanical Interest and Hobbies including automotive building and repairs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shipping Material Handler
Yokohama Tire
08.1998 - 03.2026
Finishing Quality Inspector
Yokohama Tire
08.1998 - 03.2026
Laser Marking Machine Operator
Vitramon
02.1991 - 08.1998
Tape and Reel Product Packaging
Vitramon
02.1991 - 08.1998
High School Diploma -
William Byrd High School