Thomas Mercer
Kenansville ,NC
Summary
Experienced Material Handler and Frame Operator with 26 years in logistics and livestock care. Skilled in efficiently transporting goods and hazardous materials while maintaining safety protocols. Proven expertise in equipment maintenance and fostering team collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and ensure animal health.
Overview
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29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler/ Frame Operator
Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear
Kenansville, North Carolina
08.2000 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently across production facility.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality compliance and accuracy.
- Documented material movement in inventory management systems to maintain accurate tracking.
- Organized inventory in designated storage areas for optimal accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material handling processes and improve overall productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on material handling protocols and machinery operation.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in work areas to prevent hazards.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory records.
Hog Farmer
Todd Smith Farms
Albertson, North Carolina
03.2022 - Current
- Managed daily care and feeding of hogs, ensuring optimal growth and health.
- Operated and maintained farm equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak seasons.
- Maintained accurate records of livestock growth and health data for tracking purposes.
- Trained new employees on farm protocols and safety procedures for compliance.
- Assisted in construction of structures for hog housing and feed storage.
- Identified health issues in hogs due to age or illness, implementing corrective measures.
- Monitored feed intake levels to guarantee adequate nutrition for hogs.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trailers using a backhoe.
- Backhoe operator
- Grounds keeper
School Bus Driver
Duplin County Schools
, nc
01.1998 - 05.2000
- Transported students safely to school and events, ensuring adherence to schedules and routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on buses to maintain safety compliance.
- Monitored student behavior on buses, enforcing rules to promote safety.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly to enhance bus reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with school staff to address transportation needs effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness of buses while inspecting for mechanical problems.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist students with special needs.
- Attended regular staff meetings and training sessions for professional development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Champion Edcation Center
North Carolina 05-1997
Skills
- Livestock management
- Equipment maintenance
- Health monitoring
- Record keeping
- Feed optimization
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Quality inspection
- Time management
- Farm equipment operation
- Sanitation practices
- Housing maintenance
- Growth monitoring
- Feeding strategies
- Waste management
- Animal nutrition
- Forklift operation
- Process improvement
- Employee training
- Safety compliance
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Forklift operations
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse operations
- PPE policy adherence
- Production support
- Heavy lifting
- Pallet jack operation
- Operations support
- OSHA
- Production deadline management
- Warehouse safety
- Equipment safety
- Equipment operation
- Hand trucks and dollies
- Paperwork completion
- Verbal and written communication
- Materials handling and transport
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Hog Farmer
Todd Smith Farms
03.2022 - Current
Material Handler/ Frame Operator
Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear
08.2000 - Current
School Bus Driver
Duplin County Schools
01.1998 - 05.2000
High School Diploma -
Champion Edcation Center