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Timothy Rister

Paint Lick,KY

Summary

With over 30 years of forklift expertise and a proven track record at Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, I excel in maximizing productivity and enhancing team efficiency. My hands-on experience in product assembly and adeptness with hand and power tools, coupled with a leadership role managing 20 employees, showcases my ability to drive significant improvements in assembly line operations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembly Line Worker

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
05.2014 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
  • Operated a forklift replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
  • Operated various tools, machinery, and equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently and accurately.

Mca/ Assembler

Employment Plus (contractor of Hyster Yale)
06.2011 - 03.2014

I was employed and ran my 12 month contract out 3 times during my employment I was an MCA drove in support of small parts paint supplying raw parts to paint and hauling away finished painted parts .

My second and third time through employment plus i worked large mast assembly and 1 to 3 ton assembly

Reach Truck Operator

Bellisio Foods
10.2007 - 05.2011
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Assisted with training new employees on reach truck operation and best practices in warehouse settings.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices for reach truck operation.
  • Provided support during peak times, willingly working overtime hours when necessary to meet customer demands.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by accurately operating reach trucks for order picking and pallet storage.

Slitter Operator

Kentucky Steel Center
05.2004 - 09.2007
  • Consistently met production deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks.
  • Maximized material utilization by analyzing job specifications and selecting the appropriate tooling for each project.
  • Contributed to a reduction in downtime by identifying potential mechanical issues early and addressing them proactively.
  • Assisted in training new employees on slitter operation procedures, enhancing overall team productivity.

Forklift Operator/3rd Shift Supervisor

Accu-tec
11.1997 - 04.2004
  • 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.
  • Was in charge of 20 employees and manged their tasks each night

Education

High School Diploma -

Portsmouth High School
Portsmouth, OH
05-1994

Residental And Commercial Electric

Scioto County Jvs
Lucasville, OH
05-1994

Skills

  • Product assembly
  • Assembly and production
  • Hand and power tools
  • 30 Years of forklift experience

Timeline

Assembly Line Worker

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
05.2014 - Current

Mca/ Assembler

Employment Plus (contractor of Hyster Yale)
06.2011 - 03.2014

Reach Truck Operator

Bellisio Foods
10.2007 - 05.2011

Slitter Operator

Kentucky Steel Center
05.2004 - 09.2007

Forklift Operator/3rd Shift Supervisor

Accu-tec
11.1997 - 04.2004

High School Diploma -

Portsmouth High School

Residental And Commercial Electric

Scioto County Jvs
Timothy Rister