Timothy Mangum
Shelbyville,KY
Summary
Proactive Forklift Operator, Toolmaker, and Machinist with extensive experience in safely operating machinery, reducing downtime, and improving warehouse efficiency. Expertise in precision measuring instruments, materials science, and OSHA compliance. Bringing strong technical skills, safety awareness, and a commitment to team collaboration to advance in a dynamic role.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
03.2003 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
Toolmaker
Computec Manufacturing
North Kansas City, MO
02.1998 - 03.2003
- Ensured accurate measurements for tool making with the use of micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Utilized expertise in materials science when selecting appropriate raw materials for tool making, optimizing performance, and durability in various applications.
- Consistently met deadlines for project completion through effective time management and organizational skills.
- Maintained clear communication with team members throughout projects to ensure all requirements were met accurately and efficiently.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity by promptly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in the manufacturing process.
- Developed new project tooling to meet exact tolerances.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to develop solutions for complex manufacturing challenges that improved workflow speed while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Seamlessly interacted with quality control team ensuring adherence to specifications and contributing to a reduction in the number of rejected products.
Machinist
Lawler Gear
Lee's Summit, MO
03.1992 - 02.1998
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Loading and unloading
- Team Player
- Material Handling
- Measuring
- Precision machining
- Deburring Operations
- Mill Operation
- Surface grinding
- Hand tool safety
- Machine setup
- Manual Machining
- Lathe Operation
- Metalworking Techniques
- Milling
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Ford Motor Company
03.2003 - Current
Toolmaker
Computec Manufacturing
02.1998 - 03.2003
Machinist
Lawler Gear
03.1992 - 02.1998