Tito Burgess
Opelika,AL
Summary
Dedicated machine operator with a strong work ethic and proven ability to enhance production efficiency at All State Packaging. Skilled in machinery operations and quality control, I successfully trained new employees and streamlined workflows, ensuring adherence to safety protocols while maintaining high standards of product quality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
All State Packaging
Opelika, AL
02.2012 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Forklift Operator
Joann Fabrics
Opelika, AL
03.2021 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- 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.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Construction Worker
Burgess Construction
Opelika, AL
05.2004 - 09.2010
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
Education
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL05.2004
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- Machinery cleaning
- Machinery operations
- Assembly and production
- Power and hand tools
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Start up procedures
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator All State Packaging
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Joann Fabrics
03.2021 - 06.2022
Machine Operator
All State Packaging
02.2012 - Current
Construction Worker
Burgess Construction
05.2004 - 09.2010
Opelika High School