Igor Binjas
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Driven professional with extensive experience in rail car loading and warehouse safety, notably at Shell Scotford Refinery. Excelled in optimizing space utilization and enhancing safety standards, improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and fostering team collaboration, demonstrating a proven track record of achieving significant results in fast-paced environments. Efficient Rail Car Loader dedicated to safely loading and unloading merchandise and thoroughly examining merchandise for defects or non-conformities. Communicative and team-oriented with 25 years of experience in shipping and receiving. Available anytime, including overnights, weekends and evenings. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a relevant entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Loader
Shell Scotford Refinery
05.2018 - Current
- Ensured secure transport of hazardous materials by adhering to all federal, state, and local regulations during loading procedures.
- Assisted in reducing overall shipping costs for clients by effectively managing available resources during the rail loading process.
- Conducted comprehensive safety training sessions for new hires, promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
- Boosted operational efficiency through regular equipment maintenance checks and timely repairs as needed.
- Expedited shipment processing times via cross-functional coordination between warehouse staff, transportation providers, and customers.
- Improved customer satisfaction, promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate shipment information.
- Collaborated with transportation partners to optimize scheduling and minimize delays in the rail loading process.
- Enhanced workplace safety standards with diligent monitoring of employee compliance to company policies.
- Supported environmental initiatives by following waste reduction guidelines during loading activities.
- Optimized space utilization in railcars by meticulously planning load distribution based on weight limitations and material compatibility.
- Contributed to a positive work culture through active participation in team meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Rail Car Loader Operator
Jacobs Industrial Services
09.1999 - 05.2018
- Coordinated with other departments to streamline cross-functional efforts in preparing rail cars for shipment, reducing delays and improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Maintained safety standards during loading operations, ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Minimized risk of damage or loss during transit through proper stowage of cargo and securing with tie-downs, straps, or other appropriate methods.
- Provided training for new hires on proper loading techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, ensuring a well-prepared workforce.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats, locomotives, and truckmobiles to transport cargo and perform maintenance
- Added or detached loads by coupling or uncoupling cars.
- Handled and documented product counts and told supervisor count information or issues.
- Assisted in the development of new standard operating procedures for the rail car loading department, improving overall efficiency.
Maintenance Crew Member
St. Michael Long Term Care Centre
04.1993 - 09.1999
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Performing electrical work, painting, heating, mechanical, and plumbing to ensure the building is maintained
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrician For Air Conditioning And Appliances
Electro Technician School
Prijedor Bosnia Herzegovina06.1989
Skills
- Warehouse Safety
- Paperwork management
- Shipping and receiving
- Stacking and Storing
- OSHA Standards
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Inventory management knowledge
- Quality control measures
- Efficient Space Utilization
- Emergency Response Preparedness
- Adherence to schedules
- First Aid and CPR Training
- Railroad Safety Regulations
- Weight Distribution Principles
- Rail Car Loading Expertise
- Safety Procedures
- Materials sampling
- Hand tool maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Construction Worker Certified - 2004
Hobbies
Outdoor person, I do beekeeping, hunting and fishing.
Timeline
Loader
Shell Scotford Refinery
05.2018 - Current
Rail Car Loader Operator
Jacobs Industrial Services
09.1999 - 05.2018
Maintenance Crew Member
St. Michael Long Term Care Centre
04.1993 - 09.1999
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrician For Air Conditioning And Appliances
Electro Technician School
- Construction Worker Certified - 2004
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