Maintained the condition of equipment by performing regular inspections and servicing.
Loaded trucks with materials using a variety of mobile equipment.
Performed preventative maintenance tasks on mobile equipment including changing oil, lubricating parts, and replacing filters.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery.
Repaired minor mechanical issues on mobile equipment when needed.
Cleaned work area after each job was completed.
Followed instructions from supervisors regarding daily work assignments.
Assisted other workers in completing various tasks related to operations of mobile equipment.
Monitored instruments and gauges to ensure proper functioning of machinery during operation.
Communicated effectively with co-workers about project progress and potential hazards related to the job site.
Inspected all mobile equipment prior to use for any defects or malfunctions that may cause injury or damage to property.
Identified causes of errors or problems encountered during operations of machinery and took corrective action when necessary.
Removed debris from construction sites using appropriate tools and and or attachments for the type of machine being operated.
Adhered to standard operating procedures while operating mobile equipment in order to maintain safety standards.
Provided assistance in loading and unloading cargo onto trailers or flatbeds using forklifts or cranes when required.
Organized supplies before beginning jobsite operations in order to minimize downtime due to lack of materials.
Utilized lift assists when moving large objects around the worksite safely.
Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations involving malfunctioning machinery onsite.
Operated locomotive, track mobile and forklift to support production.
Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
Manufacturing Technician
Corning Incorporated
Midland, NC
04.2020 - 06.2020
Assisted with troubleshooting issues related to the manufacture of products.
Operated automated systems to produce product according to customer specifications.
Assisted in training other technicians on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating machinery.
Followed detailed instructions from engineering personnel during production runs.
Maintained a clean work area by disposing of waste materials properly.
Performed machine set-up activities prior to start up of production run.
Identified problems within the assembly line and implemented solutions accordingly.
Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
Collaborated with team members to promptly accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
Troubleshot problems with equipment, devices and products.
Evaluated final products for quality and compliance with product standards.
Adhered to regulations and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
Lead Forklift Operator
Concrete Pipe and Precast
Oakboro, NC
06.2014 - 06.2019
Operated forklift to move and store inventory in warehouse.
Conducted daily safety inspections on all equipment and reported any issues to management.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with palletized products in a timely manner.
Coordinated with other employees to ensure efficient operations.
Assisted in organizing inventory for maximum storage efficiency.
Adhered to all safety regulations when operating forklifts or other machinery.
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as changing oil, refueling, and cleaning the lift truck.
Trained new employees on the proper use of forklift equipment.
Maintained accurate records of product movement within the warehouse facility.
Monitored stock levels and communicated shortages or discrepancies to management.
Assessed work areas for potential hazards and took appropriate steps to mitigate risks.
Ensured that all materials were handled safely and securely during loading and unloading process.
Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding current job assignments.
Followed company policies and procedures related to material handling activities.
Contributed ideas for improving workflow processes within the warehouse environment.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Provided assistance with loading and unloading containers from trailers when necessary.
Organized supplies, tools, parts., in an orderly fashion throughout the workplace.
Checked shipment documents against actual loads prior to shipping outbound orders.
Stacked items onto pallets according to customer specifications before shipping them out.
Recorded count and condition of cargo received.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
Reported safety and quality issues to management.
Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Stanly High School
Oakboro, NC
06-1991
Skills
Load Calculation
Heavy Equipment Operation
Worksite safety
Regulatory Compliance
Equipment Inspections
Materials transportation
Expert in forklift driving
expert in loading and unloading pipe for 10 plus years