Versatile Industrial Professional with Driving & QC Expertise
Resume:
CHRISTOPHER RICHARDS
CORE
COMPETENCIES
Planning and organizing
Excellent communication
Flexible
Quick thinker
Adaptability
Problem solving
Forklift
Heavy machine operation
EDUCATION
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Midland Park
CDL CLASS A
2025
METAL FABRICATION
2020
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CLASS A DRIVER PRESENT
Contact Transport- Des Moines, IA
- Secured cargo properly to prevent shifting, damage, or safety hazards during transport.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local transportation laws and company policies.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate schedules, resolve delays, and ensure on-time deliveries.
QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR 4 MONTHS
Katecho- Des Moines, IA
- Performed detailed inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Identified and reported non-conformities, coordinated with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues, and implemented corrective actions.
- Utilized measuring tools and equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) to verify product dimensions. Maintained a clean and safe working environment by following company safety policies and procedures.
MACHINE OPERATOR 6 MONTHS
Osceola Foods- Osceola, IA
- Operated commercial meat slicer and followed safety procedures for setup, use, and maintenance.
- Worked in HPP and CIB areas, including molding and racking tasks.
- Safely operated walk-behind forklift to move materials within warehouse and production zones.
SIDING INSTALLER/ROOFER 3 YEARS
Homes for Iowa- Newton, IA
- Installed drywall, insulation, sheathing, weather barriers, vents, and shingles on residential and agricultural structures.
- Measured, cut, and secured panels to building frameworks using hand and power tools.
- Performed roofing work including steel installation on barns, shingle installation, tear-offs, resheeting, and shake roofs.
SHEET METAL FABRICATOR 8 YEARS
H & H Trailer Company-Clarinda, IA
- Read and organized daily work orders to prioritize tasks during shifts.
- Pulled materials from inventory and measured accurately per layout plans.
- Cut and prepared sheet materials for production according to specifications. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Motivated and adaptable professional with a strong track record of fostering positive, productive work environments. Known for being resourceful, resilient, and highly organized, with a team-oriented mindset and the ability to quickly learn and apply new skills. Demonstrated expertise in managing resources and staff efficiently to exceed expectations, solve problems effectively, and consistently meet deadlines.
christopher.richards3246
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Des Moines, IA
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