Wesley Sutton
Enoree,SC
Summary
Experienced warehouse and material handling professional with forklift, pallet jack, and shipping and receiving expertise. Known for safety compliance, attention to detail, and efficient material staging to support smooth daily operations.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Swafford Transport and Warehouse/TDI
Greer, SC
12.2021 - 10.2026
- Operated forklifts to load and unload materials from trucks safely and efficiently.
- Handled materials to minimize damage during loading and unloading.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline material handling processes. to coordinate material handling tasks.
Material Handler for BMW
MAU
Greer, SC
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Transported parts efficiently across production areas using pallet jacks and forklifts to support assembly operations.
- Loaded and unloaded freight with precision, ensuring timely availability of materials for production needs.
- Picked, staged, and kitted parts accurately for assembly areas, facilitating smooth workflow and operations.
- Supported MAU production lines with timely material deliveries.
Forklift Operator
Palmetto Vermiculite
Enoree, South Carolina
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated forklift to load and unload materials, ensuring timely delivery and accessibility.
- Operated forklift to move vermiculite bags and bulk materials across Palmetto Vermiculite yard.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with palletized product and incoming raw materials.
- Maintained organization and safety standards through precise placement of materials, supporting smooth warehouse operations.
- Staged finished vermiculite orders for shipping and warehouse distribution.
Production Worker
Trelleborg
Spartanburg, South Carolina
12.2015 - 04.2021
- Monitored production output to ensure adherence to quality specifications.
- Operated machinery following safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Conducted routine equipment checks to uphold operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Trained new employees on safe operation of machinery and adherence to production protocols.
- Recorded production data to track performance and highlight areas for improvement.
Temporary Production Worker
Precept Staffing Inc, Laurens
Laurens, South Carolina
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Set up and operated production machinery, ensuring optimal workflow and minimizing downtime.
- Organized work area to enhance efficiency and eliminate hazards, promoting a safer workspace.
- Conducted routine cleaning and sanitation tasks to uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with production requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets and quality standards.
- Operated production equipment on Precept Staffing Inc assignments in Laurens
Temporary Employee
Staffworks Group
Greenville, SC
01.2015 - 02.2015
- Evaluated steering components, identified potential issues, and recommended effective solutions to enhance performance.
- Inspected steering gears for compliance with quality standards, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Adult Caregiver
for Father
Enoree, South Carolina
05.2014 - 12.2014
- Monitored changes in health, comfort, and behavior to ensure well-being for father
- Provided emotional support through meaningful conversations to enrich quality of life during daily activities.
- Facilitated mobility, transfers, and safe walking to enhance independence within the home
Production Worker
Piedmont Bushings & Insulators
Woodruff, South Carolina
07.2011 - 05.2014
- Poured chemicals into molds to create high-quality electrical parts.
- Mixed chemicals to create poly resin used in manufacturing electrical insulators.
- Operated forklift to transport materials and finished products, maintaining workflow efficiency.
- Prepared and labeled products for shipment, ensuring compliance with documentation standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
Construction Worker
AM Tuck Inc/With Equipment & Contracting, Inc
Greenwood, South Carolina
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently and safely.
- Operated various types of heavy machinery used in bridge construction projects.
- Operated construction equipment for AM Tuck Inc equipment and contracting projects.
- Followed safety protocols, ensuring secure work environment for team members.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup to maintain a safe and organized work area.
- Performed manual labor tasks including lifting, digging, and material handling to support construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Constructed temporary supports for shoring up beams or columns during construction processes until permanently set.
Electrician Top Helper
Bill Black Electric Co, Inc
Dacusville, SC
07.2009 - 04.2011
- Collaborated with electricians to install wiring systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Installed conduit systems in commercial and industrial facilities. and pulled electrical wire for commercial and industrial projects.
- Supported journeyman electricians in wiring, conduit, and device installation at Bill Black Electric projects to ensure compliance with standards.
- Aided team in configuring electrical components to enhance system reliability and performance.
- Adhered to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Complied with safety regulations on electrical job sites., PPE requirements, and lockout procedures on active electrical sites.
- Performed electrical tasks in chemical plants while maintaining safety standards.
- Recognized chemical volatility and implemented safety practices during installations.
Cleaning Crew Member
Diversco Integrated Services
Enoree, South Carolina
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Sanitized restrooms, breakrooms, and high-touch surfaces across Diversco Integrated Services sites.
- Executed thorough cleaning and sanitization of high-touch surfaces throughout facility.
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors to maintain orderly facility conditions.
- Emptied waste bins and handled recycling pickup for Diversco Integrated Services.
- Restocked essential paper products and soap in restrooms to enhance user convenience.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline cleaning operations and ensure timely task completion.
- Followed cleaning schedules and supervisor instructions for Diversco Integrated Services operations.
- Organized and maintained janitorial closets for easy access to supplies.
Pipefitter
Atlas Mechanical LLC
Spartanburg, South Carolina
12.2007 - 01.2008
- Installed process piping for Atlas Mechanical LLC commercial mechanical systems.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Measured and marked pipes accurately for precise cutting and threading.
Electrician Top Helper
Bill Black Electric Co, Inc
Dacusville, SC
06.2004 - 11.2007
- Assisted journeyman electricians with wiring, conduit, and device installations to ensure timely project completion at Bill Black Electric.
- Coordinated communication between electricians, supervisors, and customers to facilitate efficient project workflow.
Bridge Construction Worker
AM Tuck, Inc
Greenwood, SC
11.1999 - 06.2004
- Constructed and repaired bridge components to ensure structural integrity and safety.
- Executed precise measurements and alignments, ensuring accuracy for bridge assembly and repair.
- Participated in team meetings to share project updates and collaboratively resolve construction challenges.
- Adhered to safety regulations to minimize risks and maintain a safe work environment.
- Prepared AM Tuck job sites for grading, trenching, and concrete work.
- Handled loading and unloading of materials for construction crews in active work zones.
- Assisted with formwork, framing, and basic site layout duties.
- Removed debris and organized work areas to ensure safety during AM Tuck projects.
- Followed blueprints and instructions for accurate construction placement.
- Supported crew members with lifting, positioning, and material handling.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Prepared construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground, and erecting scaffolding to facilitate efficient project progression.
Truck Driver
Leeds Builders
Spartanburg, South Carolina
12.1998 - 10.1999
- Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance
- Navigate various routes while adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations
- Coordinate delivery schedules to meet project deadlines and client expectations
- Ensure accurate loading and unloading of materials to prevent damage during transport
- Collaborate with dispatch and warehouse staff to optimize delivery efficiency
- Operated delivery truck for Leeds Builders across construction supply routes.
- Loaded building materials using secure handling and safe lifting practices.
Print Machine Operator/Starch Galley Operator
Springs Industries
Lyman, SC
01.1994 - 08.1998
- Operated textile print machines for Springs Industries fabric production lines.
- Monitored print quality and adjusted machine settings during production runs.
- Loaded fabric materials and prepared machines for scheduled print orders.
- Operated a variety of printing machines to produce high-quality printed materials.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Prepared and mixed chemical solutions for treating various fabric types accurately
- Followed safety protocols while handling chemicals to ensure a safe working environment
Bridge Construction Worker
AM Tuck, Inc
Greenwood, South Carolina
05.1985 - 12.1993
- Prepared AM Tuck job sites for grading, trenching, and concrete work.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
- Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
Education
CDL - Truck Driver
NEI Truck Driver Training
Charleston, SC08-1998
High School Diploma -
Woodruff High School
Woodruff, SC06-1984
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Material staging
- Inventory tracking
- Shipping receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Safety compliance
- Load planning
- Equipment inspection
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Material Handler
Swafford Transport and Warehouse/TDI
12.2021 - 10.2026
Material Handler for BMW
MAU
11.2021 - 11.2021
Forklift Operator
Palmetto Vermiculite
05.2021 - 09.2021
Production Worker
Trelleborg
12.2015 - 04.2021
Temporary Production Worker
Precept Staffing Inc, Laurens
07.2015 - 12.2015
Temporary Employee
Staffworks Group
01.2015 - 02.2015
Adult Caregiver
for Father
05.2014 - 12.2014
Production Worker
Piedmont Bushings & Insulators
07.2011 - 05.2014
Construction Worker
AM Tuck Inc/With Equipment & Contracting, Inc
01.2010 - 07.2011
Electrician Top Helper
Bill Black Electric Co, Inc
07.2009 - 04.2011
Cleaning Crew Member
Diversco Integrated Services
01.2008 - 06.2009
Pipefitter
Atlas Mechanical LLC
12.2007 - 01.2008
Electrician Top Helper
Bill Black Electric Co, Inc
06.2004 - 11.2007
Bridge Construction Worker
AM Tuck, Inc
11.1999 - 06.2004
Truck Driver
Leeds Builders
12.1998 - 10.1999
Print Machine Operator/Starch Galley Operator
Springs Industries
01.1994 - 08.1998
Bridge Construction Worker
AM Tuck, Inc
05.1985 - 12.1993
CDL - Truck Driver
NEI Truck Driver Training
High School Diploma -
Woodruff High School