Thomas Meyers
Lovelock
Summary
Operations professional with track record of maintaining high standards and delivering results in production environments. Proven ability to ensure smooth operations and uphold stringent safety protocols. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing demands, with focus on precision and problem-solving.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leach Pad Operator
Florida Canyon Mine Integra
02.2025 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
Plant Operator
Gold Acquisition Company
10.2020 - 02.2025
- Performed routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs.
- Executed stacker and belt moves to manage raw material distribution.
- Move and strip gold from carbon
- Prep for refinery pour
- Stacked ore coming from crusher in Windsor pattern
- Ongoing maintenance of stacker and crusher
- Responsible for stacker and belt moves
- Operated machinery to efficiently process and extract gold from ore.
- Monitored plant operations, ensuring optimal flow rates and pressures.
- Conducted regular sampling and analysis of solutions to maintain quality standards.
Assistant Manager
Jim’s Tire Shop
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted in managing daily tire replacement and repair operations, ensuring high-quality service for customers.
- Coordinated with vendors to maintain an effective inventory system, ensuring timely restocking of essential products.
- Trained and mentored new staff members on company policies, customer service techniques, and operational procedures.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring prompt resolution and satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions, ensuring data integrity and accountability.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
Sergeant
United States Army
04.2001 - 06.2007
- Bradley vehicle driver, requiring weekly maintenance
- Supervised the daily operations of the post gym, ensuring facilities were maintained to high standards.
- Served as the Arms Room NCO, overseeing millions of dollars worth of equipment and weapons.
- Led after-action reviews to assess mission effectiveness and implement lessons learned into future operations.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Led a team of soldiers in tactical operations, ensuring mission readiness and effective execution of assigned tasks.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers on operational protocols and military procedures, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Conducted performance assessments to evaluate soldier capabilities and identify areas for improvement.
- Managed resource allocation for training exercises, ensuring effective use of equipment and personnel.
- Enforced military policies and standards, maintaining discipline and order within the unit.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment and facilities to uphold safety standards and operational readiness.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Temple College
Temple, TX05-2010
High School Diploma -
Pershing County High School
Lovelock, NV06-2000
Skills
- Team Leader
- Daily Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Identification of and Solution to Problems
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Effective communication
- Valid Driver's license
- Safety compliance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift operation
- Tool operation
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
Accomplishments
- Purple Heart
- Army Commendation Medal
- Expert Marksman (Pistol, Rifle, Grenade Launcher)
- Global War on Terrorism Award
- Eagle Scout
Certification
- MSHA Certified - October 2020 - Present
- Equipment Certifications
- CAT 336 Excavator
- D5 Dozer
- Water Trucks
- 430E and 430F Backhoes
- Jerome Operations
- AA Machine
- Hyster Forklifts
- The Extreme Forklift
- D6 Dozer
- CAT 943D Extendafork
- CAT 1255D Extendafork
Languages
English
Timeline
Leach Pad Operator
Florida Canyon Mine Integra
02.2025 - Current
Plant Operator
Gold Acquisition Company
10.2020 - 02.2025
Assistant Manager
Jim’s Tire Shop
06.2019 - 10.2020
Sergeant
United States Army
04.2001 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Temple College
High School Diploma -
Pershing County High School