Tearance Smith
Texarkana,TX
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
TCI
Texarkana, TX
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Crane Operator
TCI
Texarkana, TX
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
Production Worker
Flowers Bakery
Texarkana, AR
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Concrete Worker
Ne Tex Construction
New Boston, TX
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
Lead Machine Operator
Coca Cola Refreshments
Fort Worth, TX
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Vet Technician
Texarkana Animal League
Texarkana, AR
05.2011 - 11.2016
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
LAB TECHNICIAN
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Texarkana, AR
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample collection and processing procedures.
- Contributed to successful research outcomes through accurate data analysis and interpretation.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for timely completion of research projects.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Performed complex laboratory tests with precision, supporting clinical diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that increased overall lab performance.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Texarkana, AR05.2005
Skills
- Overhead Cranes
- Shipping and Receiving
- Accounts Payable Discrepancy Resolution
- Coordinating Work Orders
Accomplishments
- Consistently determined load weight to within Number pounds.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Certified Vet Technician
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Certified Crane Operator
- QTC - Quality Technician Certification
- CQT - Certified Quality Technician
Timeline
LAB TECHNICIAN
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
08.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
TCI
01.2022 - 01.2023
Crane Operator
TCI
01.2022 - 01.2023
Production Worker
Flowers Bakery
04.2021 - 12.2021
Concrete Worker
Ne Tex Construction
05.2020 - 05.2021
Lead Machine Operator
Coca Cola Refreshments
06.2017 - 06.2019
Vet Technician
Texarkana Animal League
05.2011 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
- Certified Vet Technician
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Certified Crane Operator
- QTC - Quality Technician Certification
- CQT - Certified Quality Technician