Brandon Redd
Sparta
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety, my tenure at Midsouth Aggregates honed my heavy equipment operation and leadership qualities. Skilled in weather conditions awareness and conflict resolution, I've significantly reduced downtime and improved team cohesion, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and proactive problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Professional operator with significant experience in heavy equipment management and safe transport operations. Expertise in navigating and maintaining large-scale vehicles, ensuring efficient and secure material handling. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving operational goals. Reliable, safety-conscious, and results-driven with keen eye for performing under changing conditions.
Reliable transportation professional prepared to contribute to operational efficiency. Adept at maintaining and operating heavy vehicles while ensuring safety and compliance. Known for strong collaboration skills and focus on achieving results, adaptable to changing work environments. Skilled in load management and route optimization, valued for dependability and teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Haul Truck Driver/Plant Operator
Midsouth Aggregates
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting pre-shift inspections and maintenance checks on haul trucks.
- Maintained high levels of safety awareness, performing regular hazard assessments and reporting any issues promptly to management.
- Reduced downtime with consistent adherence to safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
- Streamlined communication between departments by effectively utilizing radios for clear transmission of essential information during work shifts.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to various weather conditions and terrains, ensuring timely execution of assigned tasks.
- Ensured seamless handovers between shifts by providing clear and concise information about work completed, potential hazards, or challenges faced during the shift.
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
Heavy Equipment Operator /Rail Operator
Vulcan Materials
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Streamlined operations by consistently updating route knowledge and staying informed of track changes.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt assistance during ticketing, boarding, and disembarking processes.
- Directed operations during disruptions in service, providing for diversion of trains, adding stops and connections, general train movements and flow of information to crews and customers.
- Added or detached loads by coupling or uncoupling cars.
- Set up warning signals in front of and behind trains for emergency stops.
- Maintained optimal train performance by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and post-trip evaluations.
- Reduced delays by swiftly addressing minor technical issues on the train or tracks when encountered.
- Supported fellow operators through mentoring and sharing best practices, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
Forklift Operator/Machine Operator
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Temp Agency
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Enhanced machine longevity with proactive maintenance and timely replacement of worn parts.
- Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and maintaining production schedules.
- Contributed to product innovation by suggesting improvements to machine settings for new materials.
- Achieved significant reduction in setup times by developing quicker changeover procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on high-speed packaging equipment, preventing unexpected downtime.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Boiler Operator
Georgia-Pacific
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Maintained boiler room log by recording meter and gauge data readings, water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
- Assisted in emergency situations, quickly addressing malfunctions to minimize damage and ensure employee safety.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools, maintaining an organized workspace for efficient repairs.
- Monitored heating and cooling system performance through alarms, temperature and pressure differentials.
- Adjusted valves and controls to set specified water level and steam pressure of boiler.
- Scheduled and assigned preventive maintenance for boiler and mechanical equipment.
- Trained [Number] new operators on job responsibilities and safety issues and standards.
Quality Control Inspector/Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Temp Agency
03.2009 - 02.2012
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
North American Pipe
11.2007 - 02.2009
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hancock Central High
Sparta, GA05-2007
Skills
- Safe driving
- Safe driving practices
- Weather conditions awareness
- Heavy equipment operation
- Railroad signaling understanding
- Time management
- Leadership qualities
- Timetable adherence
- Safety regulations compliance
- Route planning
- Train operation
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Stress tolerance
Timeline
Haul Truck Driver/Plant Operator
Midsouth Aggregates
07.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator /Rail Operator
Vulcan Materials
06.2020 - 07.2024
Forklift Operator/Machine Operator
Dr Pepper Snapple Group
12.2018 - 08.2019
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Temp Agency
06.2016 - 11.2018
Boiler Operator
Georgia-Pacific
02.2012 - 05.2016
Quality Control Inspector/Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Temp Agency
03.2009 - 02.2012
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
North American Pipe
11.2007 - 02.2009
High School Diploma -
Hancock Central High
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