Thomas Sturgill
Massillon,OH
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator and Shipping Coordinator with a proven track record at Galion-Godwin Truck Body. Expert in shipping procedures and transportation planning, I excel in problem-solving and optimizing warehouse operations. Recognized for enhancing inventory accuracy, ensuring timely order fulfillment and high-quality standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Shipping Coordinator
Galion-Godwin Truck Body
Winesburg, Oh
02.2023 - Current
- Managed complex shipping schedules, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance to meet strict deadlines.
- Established strong working relationships across departments
- Managed warehouse inventory by conducting regular audits, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and optimizing storage space utilization.
- Resolved shipment issues promptly by collaborating with internal teams and external partners to find effective solutions.
- Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used verbal communication and radio to communicate with other individuals throughout the company.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Maintain loads to be under the height of 13' 6"
- Used hand signals to direct trucks and guide them to the right loading/unloading locations.
- Climb, maneuver and multitask.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Trained on 18 ton and 30 ton Grove yard crane.
Assembly Mechanic/Inventory Manager
Ambaflex
Canton, OH
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured product quality by conducting thorough inspections and making necessary adjustments during the assembly process.
- Assisted in the development of new assembly techniques, improving both speed and accuracy.
- Operated various equipment proficiently, including hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
Shipping Coordinator
Galion-Godwin Truck Body
Winesburg, Oh
11.2017 - 06.2022
Skills
- Shipping procedures
- Transportation planning
- Warehouse operations
- Equipment operations
- Documentation skills
- Heavy equipment operator
- Power and hand tools
- Hand and power tools
- Problem solving
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Shipping Coordinator
Galion-Godwin Truck Body
02.2023 - Current
Assembly Mechanic/Inventory Manager
Ambaflex
06.2022 - 02.2023
Shipping Coordinator
Galion-Godwin Truck Body
11.2017 - 06.2022