Manager Machine Operator

C. David Rodgers

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Primary Phone: 936-***-****

Secondary Phone: 936-***-****

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Objective: Find placement with an organization that will allow me to utilize my skills and experiences to allow the organization to grow and prosper.

Licenses, Certifications and Training

10 Hour OSHA General Industry Safety and Health course.

CPR trained with current card.

N.B.C. Emergency trained first responder.

Fire emergency trained first responder.

Licensed by the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force to operate MHE rated up to 50,000 lbs.

Certified by U.S. Army and DOD to handle and transport High Explosives and Ordinance.

Awarded Confidential Security Clearance for Secure Computer use by U.S. Army and Air Force.

Awarded Security Clearance to enter secure flight lines/areas on overseas bases by U.S. Army and Air Force.

Licensed by Curtis Steel to operate MHE including overhead cranes up to 40,000 lbs.

Trained and Authorized by Tenaris to operate Petti-Bones for oil and gas pipe handling.

Over 25 years of heavy and light equipment operation including forklifts rated up to 50,000lbs, FEL’s for moving aggregates and pipe. Also tractors, skid steers, and other assorted MHE.

Proficient in several computer programs. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, building spreadsheets, and other computer skills.

Professional History:

Assistant Operations Manager Concrete Enterprises, Wilbert Vaults, Wiltex Trucking-Feb. 09 2015 to Dec. 09 2015

Manage and Supervise up to 25 production employees, 15 drivers and 6 office personnel in the operation of a pre-cast concrete plant for the production and distribution of burial vaults, Redi-Rock blocks for the building of retention ponds and retaining walls, and numerous other pre-cast concrete products. Implementing and maintaining a rigorous safety program. Providing all the tools necessary to aid in the safe and efficient production process. Maintaining all aspects of inventory control. Including daily inventory control on certain items, weekly and monthly inventory on all other products and supplies. Oversee all shipping and receiving of products and supplies. Implementing and maintaining a maintenance schedule for 18 vehicles, 8 pieces of mobile MHE’s, 8 overhead cranes and hoists and over 100 molds for pre-cast concrete products. Negotiate with multiple vendors and suppliers to provide the best safety products, tools, and supplies to provide a safer and more efficient working environment.

Plant Supervisor Argos Corporation March 2014 to February 2015

Oversee and run the complete day to day operations of several Redi-Mix concrete plants. Including total plant maintenance and upkeep. Supervising a fleet of up to 25 mixer trucks and drivers, keeping up with maintenance to insure DOT compliance and driver safety. Maintaining all VIR records and driver records. Familiarizing myself with multiple concrete designs and mixes to insure that the customer is guaranteed the proper PSI for safe building of all structures. Controlling slump, flow and spread. Complete knowledge of all Ad-Mixes and their effects. Maintaining aggregate, Ad-Mix, and all other inventory controls,

Production Supervisor Mauser Corp. February 2013 to March 2014

Supervise up to 35 employees in a very high paced production/assembly line process for the manufacture of 55 gallon drums for the oil and chemical industries. Maintain and implement a rigorous company and personal safety policy. Helped implement and utilize The Shoplogix system to determine strengths and weaknesses in the manufacturing process to increase volume and decrease man hours. Oversee all of the final preparation and shipping of the end product to insure safe handling, proper loading, and 100% customer satisfaction.

Independent Contractor-May 2008 to Present

Residential remodeling and reconstruction to include carpentry and plumbing. Logistics Specialist for residential and commercial moving company. Inventory Control Advisor for industrial construction company and aluminum fabrication facility. Machine Operator for high output sheet metal and extrusion plant. Equipment Operator for oilfield pipe yard.

Plant Manager Omni Metals-March 2010 to May 2011

Oversee the day to day operations of a sheet metal production plant/warehouse. Responsibilities included overseeing and supervising all production, shipping and receiving, inventory control and quality assurance of material for. Hiring and training of employees in proper safety and production to insure an efficient and safe environment. Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to provide best possible tools, equipment and supplies to maintain lowest possible operating cost without compromising safety or quality.

Department of Defense Contractor-January 2002 to May 2008

Deployed to bare base overseas operating locations in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Uzbekistan and other locations to provide technical expertise to the U.S. Army and other coalition forces during deployment/re-deployment of troops, equipment and materials. Provide guidance, assistance and supervision to military officers and personnel with logistical expertise including Transportation Control Movement Documents, Deployment Load Lists, and Shippers Declarations for all material for air or ground transportation. Supervise the preparation and build up of material/cargo on 463L airlift pallets and insured all loads were properly restrained and transport ready. Receive all inbound cargo and coordinate proper delivery. Schedule and monitor the workload of personnel including U.S. military persons and host country and third country nationals. Maintained proficient and safe operation of all necessary MHE. Responsible for the upload and download of general cargo, mail, perishables and ordinance including insuring proper packaging and labeling. Monitored all inbound and outbound air/ground traffic utilizing the Global Decision Support System and all applicable computer software including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Curtis Steel Co.-February 2006 to November 2009

Oversee and participate in the loading and unloading of raw and finished material using proper MHE insuring proper restraint and loading procedures were followed. Train and supervise employees on the safe and efficient production of pallets and skids. Maintaining lumber/material levels keeping within budget restraints and maintaining man hours within company standards. Operate leveling/cut to length lines in a safe and efficient manner. Assist on heavy slit coil production line. Supervise and assist in all aspects of material packaging and transport preparation.

IAH-May 1996 to January 2002

Acted as Warehouse Lead/Supervisor for multiple commercial airlines overseeing the daily function of international and domestic freight warehouse operations. Supervised crews of up to 30 persons in a fast paced and demanding environment taking responsibility for maintaining the safety of persons equipment and cargo. Supervised and controlled the inventory of all inbound and outbound cargo including all applicable documentation control. Oversee all general warehouse upkeep, equipment maintenance and maintain all applicable documentation. Responsible for cargo preparation for air and ground transport. Ensure Hazardous Substance placement and compatibility and restraint in compliance with all FAA and DOT regulations. Maintained safe and efficient operation of all applicable MHE and other applicable equipment including-Cargo Tug MA-50, Belt Loaders, Aircraft Air Start Units, Aircraft Loading Equipment including belt loaders and scissor lifts. Proficient and familiar with the loading and unloading of multiple commercial airframes including MD-11, DC-10 and Boeing 747 and 777. Loaded and unloaded all forms and manner of cargo including oversized cargo, rolling stock and various types of Unit Loading Devices.

References both personal and professional available upon request.

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