Justin Hicks
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Experienced CNC Machine Operator with Forklift Certification (Class C),offering 5+ years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments, shipping and receiving, inventory, and material management. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Looking to find a full-time position with growth opportunity, and establish a good working relationship with the right company in Sumter. CNC Machine Operator
Caterpillar - Sumter, SC
August 2021 to August 29, 2022
• Set up and Operate CNC Machines and equipment
• Rod Press Machine and Cat Press Machine Experienced and Certified
• Loading and unloading large shipments of materials using a Forklift.
• Documents Actions by completing production quality logs Shipping and Receiving Manager
LJS Solutions, LLC - Sumter, SC
June 2020 to March 2021
• Established a Shipping and Receiving Protocol for Materials to be examined and stored to fill orders for Lowe’s.
• Supervised and trained a small crew of 4-5 in invoiced order filling, packaging, and staging product for shipping.
• Loading and unloading large shipments of materials using a Forklift.
• Management of Shipping and Receiving while logging current inventory and creating storage space. • Meetings with CEO and other management to troubleshoot issues and develop a plan to meet the customers needs. Production Specialist
Norman Williams (Sumter Packaging) - Sumter, SC
June 2019 to December 2019
• Production of specific boxes scaled and labeled to the specific need of the Customer • Loading pallets of boxes meeting Production Expectations in quantity desired by the Customer. • Machine operations including folding and assembling as specified by blueprints. • Performed general labor functions by cleaning, end-sorting, operating machinery and completing paperwork for proper documentation while following all safety and quality procedures. Construction Laborer
Trojan Labor - Charleston, SC
March 2019 to April 2019
• Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards. • Sustained safety protocols by observing proper and safe usage of equipment and materials. • Prepared sites and maintained safety of both workers and public by setting up scaffolding, fences and temporary structures. • Retrieved materials, tools and equipment from trucks and delivered to skilled workers. • Performed general labor functions by cleaning, end-sorting, operating machinery and completing paperwork for proper documentation while following all safety and quality procedures.
Glass Installer
Baker Glass Inc - Georgetown, SC
June 2018 to March 2019
• Repaired and installed different types of commercial glass in both commercial and residential settings. • Maintained neat, clean and safe work areas.
• Prepared work areas, applied priming compounds and monitored the curing process after installations. • Removed foreign matter and glass from damaged areas prior to completing repairs. • Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications. Certified Forklift Operator
Colgate - Greenville, SC
March 2017 to June 2018
• Loaded items in the optimal manner to maximize efficiency of work.
• Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
• Secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
• Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements. • Used equipment such as loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and cranes in a safe and efficient manner. • Identified and troubleshot issues with equipment and completed basic repairs to restore functionality. • Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Production and Forklift Operator
Coronado Stone - Simpsonville, SC
August 2016 to April 2017
• Adjusted machines for daily operations and ensured there were no malfunctions. • Examined final products to check conformance with quality standards and production tolerances. • Helped machine operators set up and tend equipment to complete runs.
• Tended to running machines to detect problems and correct or report concerns. • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment based on current production needs.
• Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes. • Packed merchandise into boxes and containers to prepare for safe shipment. • Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs. • Secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Production Worker
Country Fresh - Greenville, SC
January 2016 to June 2016
• Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. • Completed product assembly according to standardized procedures.
• Operated hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts safely and efficiently.
• Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment based on current production needs.
• Examined final products to check conformance with quality standards and production tolerances. • Helped machine operators set up and tend equipment to complete runs.
• Troubleshooted problems with equipment, devices or products.
• Maintained clean and organized work areas.
• Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers. Education
High School Diploma
Hemmingway High School
1996
Skills
• Equipment operation
• Certified forklift operator (8 years)
• Safety awareness
• OSHA training
• Materials movement
• Warehouse best practices
• Motivated self-starter
• Shipping and receiving
• Power and hand tools
• Machining and production standards •
Construction background
• Carpentry expertise
• Construction health and safety
• Strong work ethic
• Production line/assembly line forklift experience • Detail-oriented
• Residential construction
• Production
• Glass Installation
• Drywall
• Remodeling
• Landscape Maintenance
• Moving Experience
• Forklift
• Packaging (8 years)
Certifications and Licenses
Forklift Certified
January 2021 to January 2024
Gas and Battery Powered Class C Certification
Assessments
Warehouse Associate — Proficient
May 2020
Assesses the tendencies that are important for success in warehouse roles Full results: Proficient
Work Style: Reliability — Completed
August 2019
Tendency to be dependable and come to work
Full results: Completed
Work style: Reliability — Completed
August 2019
Tendency to be dependable and come to work
Full results: Completed
Attention to detail — Completed
June 2020
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information. Full results: Completed
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