Terence Merritt
Champaign
Summary
I am currently a night shift Foremen at Austin Industrial, in which I oversee the operations of maintaining proper maintenance on equipment used for production.
Since the start of my work, my team and I have improved production tremendously! Our efforts in maintaining equipment used for production has allowed our employer the ability to produce product at a steady rate in which they seek.
With my knowledge and experience within the maintenance field, I am confident that my efforts will be a great asset to the organization!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
GMP Foreman
Austin Industries
Decatur
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw night shift operations at Austin Industrial, enhancing equipment maintenance to support consistent production.
Certified Forklift Operator
Austin Industries
Decatur
03.2022 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded and moved materials within the warehouse using a forklift.
- Retrieved orders from storage areas utilizing forklift operations skills.
- Inspected forklifts for safety and operational issues prior to use.
- Identified damaged or defective merchandise before loading onto trucks.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating forklifts.
- Communicated effectively with other operators regarding any potential hazards or obstacles encountered while driving a forklift.
- Adhered to quality assurance standards when handling goods and materials.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment.
- Assisted in unloading trucks with heavy lifting equipment.
- Monitored cargo loads to ensure safe transport of goods from one location to another.
- Followed established procedures for material handling equipment operation.
- Organized storage areas to maximize space efficiency and optimize workflow processes.
- Reported any malfunctions or repairs needed for lift trucks immediately.
- Transported materials between departments in accordance with company policies and regulations.
- Delivered supplies to designated locations within the facility as needed.
- Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA 01.2018 - 01.2020
Teachers Aid Apprenticeship - Teaching
Kaskia College
Greenville , IL 03.2015 - 01.2017
Skills
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Forklift operation
- Quality assurance
- Industrial maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment repair
- Job training
- Millwright
- Commercial driving (CDL Class A)
Certification
- CDL A
Timeline
GMP Foreman
Austin Industries
03.2022 - Current
Certified Forklift Operator
Austin Industries
03.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Ashworth College
01.2018 - 01.2020
Teachers Aid Apprenticeship - Teaching
Kaskia College
03.2015 - 01.2017
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