Sherman Holzendorf
Savannah,GA
Summary
Adept at heavy equipment operation and committed to worksite safety, I significantly enhanced productivity and efficiency at OA Logistics. My expertise in equipment inspections and loader operation, coupled with a proactive approach to training and safety protocols, ensures optimal performance and minimal incidents. Achieving a notable reduction in fuel consumption, I excel in both technical skills and team collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
W-8 Shipping
03.2021 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Achieved significant reduction in fuel consumption by implementing best practices in equipment operation.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements during equipment operation, maintaining high standards of safety and legality.
- Working with lifting cars requires a high level of skill, precision, and safety awareness. It involves using specialized equipment, such as hydraulic lifts or jacks, to raise the vehicle off the ground for maintenance, repairs, or inspection. Proper techniques must be followed to ensure the car is lifted securely, preventing accidents or damage. The lifting process should always be conducted on a stable, level surface, and safety measures like wheel chocks and appropriate lifting points must be observed. Additionally, technicians must be familiar with the weight distribution and the car’s specific lifting instructions to avoid undue stress on the vehicle's frame or suspension. With the right tools, knowledge, and safety protocols, working with lifting cars can be performed efficiently and safely.
High Reach Forklift Operator
OA Logistics
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established quotas for daily tasks and assignments.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating high reach forklifts for loading and unloading tasks.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assisting coworkers in completing time-sensitive tasks as necessary.
- Reduced product damage, carefully handling fragile items during transportation and storage processes.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through ongoing participation in relevant training programs and workshops designed to enhance high reach forklift skills.
- Expedited order fulfillment by efficiently locating, retrieving, and transporting pallets to appropriate staging areas.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
Heavy Machinery Operator
Dyna Craft Ltd
04.2013 - 02.2019
- Assisted in the training of new team members on safe and efficient heavy machinery operation techniques.
- Improved heavy machinery performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Safeguarded project progress by diligently inspecting job sites for potential obstacles and hazards before commencing machine operations.
- Consistently maintained records for daily inspections, service intervals, scheduled maintenance, and repairs completed on each piece of equipment used.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new heavy equipment models and technologies as they were introduced to the company fleet.
- Enhanced job site safety by adhering to strict safety protocols while operating heavy equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of construction projects involving heavy equipment use.
- Upheld company standards for quality control by consistently adhering to established guidelines for heavy machine operation.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Education
GED -
Coastal Community
Kingsland, GA05-2008
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Loader operation
- General labor
- Site preparation
- Hazardous materials
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Equipment Operator
W-8 Shipping
03.2021 - Current
High Reach Forklift Operator
OA Logistics
05.2019 - 03.2021
Heavy Machinery Operator
Dyna Craft Ltd
04.2013 - 02.2019
GED -
Coastal Community
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