Shaun Lawson
Summerville
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in forklift operation and production management. Known for mechanical troubleshooting and commitment to quality assurance, consistently contributing to streamlined processes and reduced downtime in high-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Department Clerk
Ingles Grocery Store
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Learned proper meat handling and storage procedures to ensure product freshness.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided cooking advice to enhance their experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat display area to comply with safety standards.
- Supported inventory management by restocking shelves and tracking product availability.
- Operated meat cutting equipment safely while adhering to operational guidelines.
Meat Cutter
Cost Kutters
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Operated band saws, grinders, and slicers for precise meat cutting and processing
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during meat preparation
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and equipment to meet hygiene standards
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and product rotation
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill customer orders efficiently
Forklift Operator
Roper GE
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment to ensure operational compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from delivery trucks accurately and promptly.
- Maintained organized inventory storage, facilitating quick access to materials.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Production Line Technician
Lifetime
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and quality output.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, identifying issues for timely maintenance and minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and standard operating procedures for equipment usage.
- Monitored product quality during production runs, implementing corrective actions as needed to meet standards.
- Assisted in implementing process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity on the line.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss performance metrics and address challenges impacting production flow.
Machinist
JTEKT Automotive
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Operated CNC machines to manufacture precision components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate production.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Maintained machinery by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Operated forklift to move parts
Production Line Technician
Timkin
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Documented production data accurately, ensuring compliance with company reporting requirements and standards.
- Increased safety standards through proactive maintenance of machinery and adherence to company protocols.
- Participated in ongoing training and development opportunities, continuously expanding technical skills and knowledge relevant to the Production Line Technician role.
- Achieved continuous improvement objectives by identifying areas for potential enhancements in efficiency or effectiveness within the production.
- Operated forklift to move product for shipment
Production Supervisor
Unique Fabricating
09.2013 - 05.2017
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to optimize efficiency and meet production schedules.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for equipment use.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify training needs and enhance team skills.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Resolved production issues promptly, minimizing downtime and maintaining output targets.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Jefferson City, TNSkills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet jack operations
- Battery charging safety
- Load handling proficiency
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Order picking experience
- Machine operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Assembly line operation
- Quality control
- Production management
- Assembly and production
- Production planning
Timeline
Meat Department Clerk
Ingles Grocery Store
08.2025 - 12.2025
Meat Cutter
Cost Kutters
03.2024 - 01.2025
Forklift Operator
Roper GE
01.2024 - 01.2025
Production Line Technician
Lifetime
02.2021 - 03.2023
Machinist
JTEKT Automotive
04.2018 - 01.2021
Production Line Technician
Timkin
05.2017 - 02.2018
Production Supervisor
Unique Fabricating
09.2013 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School