Ronald Higgins
Forest City,North Carolina
Summary
Highly knowledgeable Nuclear Security Officer with over a decade of experience of prioritizing protection, prevention of nuclear sabotage, theft of high value and high-risk materials. Methodical [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in enforcing state and federal laws and city codes according to departmental policies, procedures and regulations. Proven skills in [Skill] with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Company Police Officer
Duke Energy
01.2009 - Current
- Monitor all security threat areas of facility with from nuclear terrorism and radiological sabotage and theft of nuclear materials, nuclear reactors, and other high-risk valuable assets
- Manage access to highly regulated and authorized areas by ensuring personnel were qualified, of proper ranking, and safety criteria is met
- Escort visitors, station staff, and materials to controlled areas and perform proper search integrity upon entrance and exit of premises
- Patrol facility of any suspicious activity with team of over 10 other officers through continuous detail-focused round-the-clock supervision and operation of metal detectors and other screening equipment.
- Responsible for safety of all plant team members and nearby surrounding radius through deterrence of criminal activity
- Document daily operations and surveillance reports
- Maintain annual compliance of federal and state regulated NRC (Nuclear
- Regulatory Commission) procedures and protocols
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
- Managed lawful access control functions at Owner Controlled Access (OCA) entry points to prevent unlawful access to area with any weapons.
- Conducted random vehicle searches to prevent import of weapons, contraband and prohibited items.
- Performed regular foot patrolling on entire protected area, vital area and gates to monitor nuclear facility security.
- Deterred attempts by unauthorized persons seeking to gain entry into protected or vital areas with continuous surveillance and strong access control.
- Prepared and monitored communication and security systems to supplement security essentials.
- Monitored and checked vehicles, personnel and possessions at entry and exit points.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Injection Molding Process Technician
United Southern Industries, Handling
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Coordinated all shipping of plastic industrial parts warehouse for local and national orders
- Maintained precise, and organized inventory and location of materials to ensure accurate finished products
- Maintained and up kept plastics machine to ensure high performance and output
- Troubleshot issues with molds, pipes, belts, chains and equipment.
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies.
- Read specifications, blueprints and work orders to determine setups, temperatures and time settings required to mold, form or cast plastic materials as well as to plan production sequences.
- Selected and installed blades, tools or other attachments for each operation.
- Loaded and unloaded bulk product pallets through safe forklift operation
- Inspected finished products to certify it is properly packaged and accurate order quantities and quality is met
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
Warehouse Manager
First Industrial Supply
04.2006 - 12.2008
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming merchandise.
- Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
- Managed inbound receiving departments.
- Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
- Enhanced performance of receiving dock associates through training, guidance and motivation.
- Gathered and processed merchandise returns.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing packages per day.
- Expedited resolutions of shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Maintained strong vendor connections by arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
Education
Associates Degree - Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas
Criminal Justice
Isothermal Community College
Spindale, NCSkills
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dependable and Responsible
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Nuclear Experience
- Microsoft Word
- Python Programming
- Time Management
- Reading Comprehension
- Computer Technology
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Hardware and Software Integration
- Testing Documentation
- Electronics Units Assembly
- Electrical Safety
- Planting Procedures
- Electronics Maintenance
- Power Plant Equipment
- Manual Testing
- Electronic Communication
- Scripting Languages: PHP, Python, JavaScript
- Team Meetings
- Security Planning
- Safe Work Practices
- Property Patrol
- Arrest Techniques
- Safety and Security
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Public Safety
- Surveillance Technology
- Sworn North Carolina Police Officer
- Diagnostic Test Performance
- Electrical Systems
- Handheld Devices
- Equipment Safety
- Systems Analysis
- Use Testing Equipment
- Meter Inspections
- Accident Reporting
- Valid Driver's License
- Organization and Time Management
- MS Office
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Electrical Wiring and Fixtures
- Terminating Cables
- Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
- Word Processing
- Voltage and Current Meters
- Radio and Telephone Communication
Timeline
Nuclear Company Police Officer
Duke Energy
01.2009 - Current
Injection Molding Process Technician
United Southern Industries, Handling
01.2009 - 10.2009
Warehouse Manager
First Industrial Supply
04.2006 - 12.2008
Associates Degree - Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology
University of Arkansas
Criminal Justice
Isothermal Community College
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