Rodney Bostick
Wills Point,TX
Summary
Dynamic material handler with expertise in safe practices and inventory management at VEKA Inc. Proven ability to enhance workflow and reduce downtime through effective collaboration and training. Skilled in operating forklifts and implementing safety measures, fostering a supportive environment while ensuring high standards of material handling and storage efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
VEKA Inc.
Terrell, TX
01.2020 - 01.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials throughout warehouse.
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure accuracy and maintain stock levels.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper handling techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Implemented safety measures that improved workplace conditions and reduced incidents.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting malfunctions for prompt repairs.
- Developed best practices for material storage, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.
- Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
- Operated various types of equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to safely transport materials throughout the facility.
- Loaded trucks with outgoing shipments, adhering to weight restrictions and proper stacking methods to minimize risk of damage during transit.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Operated material handling equipment, ensuring safe and efficient movement of materials.
Welding Fabricator
Longhorn Fabrication & Design
Terrell, TX
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Operated MIG and TIG welding processes to fabricate high-quality metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products for adherence to safety and design standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and reduce production time.
- Fabricated metal structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
Material Handler
Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
Terrell
07.2012 - 03.2014
- Operated material handling equipment, ensuring safe and efficient movement of materials.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and conducted regular stock audits.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper handling techniques for materials.
- Monitored equipment performance, performing routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Coordinated shipment schedules, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
Education
GED -
Windham School District
Huntsville, TX08.2010
Skills
- Safe material handling practices
- Material handling expertise
- Inventory picking
- Supportive demeanor
Loading and unloading
Order picking
Workplace cleanliness
Heavy lifting
Package handling
Warehouse operations
Customer service
Equipment safety
Pallet jack operation
Warehouse organization
Material packaging
Forklift operations
Hand trucks and dollies
Pulling and staging
Manufacturing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Licensed forklift operator
Timeline
Material Handler
VEKA Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2026
Welding Fabricator
Longhorn Fabrication & Design
09.2017 - 12.2019
Material Handler
Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
07.2012 - 03.2014
GED -
Windham School District