Dustin W. Sparks
**** ***** ** ***, *** ** Long Beach, CA 90810
562-***-**** ******.**@*****.***
Objective
To enhance my professional skills, capabilities and knowledge in an
organization which recognizes the value of hard work, dedication and
integrity. Taking initiative to go over and beyond expectations and
welcoming challenges encourages me to succeed and grow professionally.
To find my rightful position where I can utilize my skills and knowledge
appropriately.
Experience
CIE MANUFACTURING (CIMC INTERMODAL EQUIPMENT LLC) MAY 2022 - MARCH 2023
-HEAVY LIFT OPERATOR
-YARD SPOTTER
-YARD ASSOCIATE
Duties included unloading flatracks and containers with extremely heavy and unbalanced sections of chassis. Once the production line assembled each chassis I, as well as my team, would fill up the uards with stacks of 40ft-53ft chassis 5 high. In addition, we made thousands of road stacks to fill orders.
USD Products January 2020 - May 2022
Shipping & Receiving Lead / Equipment Operator
Started off in Shipping: getting familiar with the company's vast amounts of
products, vendors, customers, as well as carriers. In addition, I would utilize the
Internet (and in some cases, certain programs) in order to compare various carrier
rates, duration of delivery and reliability. These were key factors in determining
which carrier would best suit our customers expectations. Afterwhich, I would
book shipments accordingly and properly generate Bill of Lading.
Furthermore, I possess computer proficiencies including MS Excel, Outlook,
Quickbooks, Word, ItemMaster Software, and much more.
7+ years experienced forklift driver of various types, including: Turret,
Cherry-Picker, Stand-up and Forklift.
Upon finalizing my employment, I obtained extensive experience and knowledge
as Receiving Lead: My responsibilities consisted of NUMEROUS tasks such as...
- Leading 4-man teams during floor offloads 20ft-40ft containers
- Verifying the correct quantity and quality of each part number received (Making
sure EVERYTHING on Packing Slip was properly accounted for).
- Logging received information and product transfers into QuickBooks.
- Filling Home Locations with such products and overstock.
- DownStocking
- Inventory Management / Weekly Cycle Counts.
- Providing management with detailed information regarding P.O.'s and Back-
Order Fullfillment.
I developed Knowledgeable skills executing these tasks on a daily basis. Moreover,
I can say with confidence that I obtained extensive knowledge utilizing crucial
programs such as Excel, Word, QuickBooks. PowerPoint, ItemMaster, RF Scanners,
etc.
Lastly, I learned how to sufficiently delegate specific tasks while maintaining
respectable morale throughout the workplace.
Regal Logistics / Sunrise Staffing September 2018 - December 2019
Receiving Lead / Equipment Operator
- Recieved inbound freight
- Managed multiple teams of lumpers and forklift operators on a daily basis.
- Responsible for off-loading multiple containers a day.
- Accurately account for correct quantities of various part numbers from various
vendors.
- Log information manually on tally sheets in order to compare to packing list and
log information into inventory Software (ItemMaster).Utilizing computer and RF
Scanners.
- Delegate cycle counts to proper employees.
- Put aside specific products and correct quantities for pickers (i.e. Back Order
Fulfillment)
- Strategize for overstock
- Experienced and Skilled Turret Operator, Stand-up/Reach Operator,
Cherry-Picker and Sit Down Forklift Operator.
Local 188 Glaziers Union / Benson Industries June 2016 - May 2018
Journeyman Glazier
My recruitment to this Union provided me with amazing opportunities to refine
my skills as a architectural metal and glass installer. I'm proud to say that I worked
on some of Seattle's most recognized Amazon buildings/structures such as the Bio-
Domes and Tower 42.
We installed structural metal framing and glass panelling. Learned how to
accurately read blueprints and elaborate detailed information to crews of
apprentices and other skilled laborers.
Certified equipment operator e.i. scissor lift, swing stage and boom lift.
Scheduled operations efficietly and successfully met deadlines for residential and
large-scale commercial projects.
Architectural metal and glass (assembling, installation, repairing, remodeling, etc.)
W.I.S. Installations April 2011 - June 2016
Glazier / Skilled Laborer
- Confident ability to understand and elaborate blueprints.
- Installations of architectural metal and glass for projects ranging from
residential homes to very large scale commercial size buildings.
- Finish Carpentry including windows, Cabinetry, Door Installments,
Hardware for said installments, specialized flooring, etc.
- Operated Forklifts, Scissor Lifts, Boom lifts.
Needless to say, these tasks left absolutely ZERO room for error, perfection
was demanded on every project therefore extreme attention to detail was a must.
Nelse Construction September 2007 - December 2010
Carpenter / Framer / Sider / Finish Carpentry / Skilled Laborer
Assisted company crews on various projects involving all stages of the
construction process.
- Demolition
-Foundation preparation
- Framing
- Earthquake prevention
- Trim & Siding (Hardy Plank, Vinyl, Cedar Shake, T & G, etc.)
- Glazing
- Floor installation
- Base & Case
- Finish carpentry
- Equipment Operator (including Forklifts, Scissor Lifts, Boom Lifts, etc)
MADDEN Industrial Craftsmen February 2004 - August 2007
Skilled Labor
As a staffing agency, MADDEN would send me to construction sites that
needed additional workers to ensure deadlines were met. These
assignments consisted of...
- Finishing framing projects for inspections.
- Tilework
- Siding projects
- Excavating Earth, constructing forms and tying off re-bar for
foundations and driveways.
- Forming and pouring retainer walls.
- And SO much more!
- In fact, MADDEN assigned me to one of Nelse's projects, who became so
impressed with my skills and work ethics, Nelse decided to hire me onto
their Company full-time.
Education
White River High School 1999-2003
Diploma
GPA 3.7
South University Online 2017 - Present
Business Administration / Bachelors
3 Courses Remaining
Skills
10+ years experience operating Turrets, Reach Lifts, Cherry-Pickers and
sit-down Forklifts.
Possess extensive knowledge regarding Shipping & Receiving.
Extremely attentive to detail.
Constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency.
Take immense pride in my work.
Always willing and ready to learn and improve my skills.
Enjoy making customers happy.
Definitely a Team player
Confident in my abilities to complete tasks on my own
Always maintain a positive attitude
Ability to lead and delegate
Skillful in mathematical equations
Effective at motivating others and boosting employee morale
Able to retain detailed information
Effective problem solving skills
Personal Details
Date of Birth : 03/01/1984
Marital Status : Single
Reference
Pablo Bravo - "USD Products (Formerly)"
Warehouse Manager
Sherri Castro - "Regal Logistics "
Warehouse Manager
Lori Nothstine - "Rainier State School"
ATP Director
Daniel Esquivel - "USD Products"
Operations Manager