Gary Powell
318-***-****— Doyline, LA, *****— *************@*****.***
S U M M A RY
Hardworking Truck Loader with 19+ years of experience in loading trucks correctly and efficiently. Possesses a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. P R O F E S S I O N A L S K I L L S
Hand Tools/Tape Measure
Vehicle Operations
DOT Regulations
Skidsteer Certified
Sky Lift Experience
Power Tools
Safety Procedures
Forklift Certified
Frontend Loader Certified
Yarddog Experience
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Bulk Loader Feb 2005 - Aug 2024
Purina Mills Shreveport, LA
Successfully loaded up to 12 trucks per day with a high degree of accuracy and precision. Roughly 240 Tons daily per average. Managed 28 separate bins used for loading.
Customer invoicing and weight tickets.
Maintained accurate records of all truck loading and unloading activities. Adhered to all safety protocols and regulations while loading and unloading trucks. Inspected and maintained loading and unloading equipment, ensuring safety for all personnel. Identified and reported any problems with loading and unloading operations to supervisor. Member of Purina Safety Committee for a minimum of ten years. Oversaw quality control and sampling of product.
Owner Operator Jun 2000 - Mar 2022
Beaver's Stump Grinding Doyline, LA
Owned and fully managed successful stump grinding business for over twenty years. Oversaw all customer retention, and lead generation. Oversaw all company marketing.
Quoted and completed all grinding jobs, singlehandedly. General Manager Jan 1978 - Jun 2008
Powell's Grocery Doyline, LA
Addressed all customer inquiries promptly and professionally to ensure customer satisfaction. Utilized excellent communication skills with customers, staff, and vendors to maintain alignment across various business functions. Scheduled and delivered regular team meetings to discuss business updates, issues, and recommendations. Advised daily site operations and managed all departments to achieve highest level of guest satisfaction. Identified and resolved problems in timely manner, maintaining composure and excellent customer service skills throughout. Developed strong relationships with local officials, businesses, vendors, and customers. E D U C ATION
May 1982
Dolyine High School Doyline, LA
R E F E R E N C E S
Jody Roberts, Logansport, LA
19 years, Purina Mills
Jeff Lewis, Doyline, LA
40 years, Webster Parish Sheriff's Department
Lindy Day, Keatchi, LA
19 years, Diamond D's Trucking