Jacob Peters
Moorefield ,ON
Summary
Dedicated General Laborer experienced in packing, shipping and organizing warehouse orders and items. Flexible individual willing to take on all tasks and projects to assist team. Consistently delivers broad scope of superior and reliable duties with exemplary safety record.
Hardworking General Laborer with 7 years in warehouse, production and manufacturing roles. Skilled in forklift operations, equipment repair and maintenance with high focus on quality and safety. Collaborates with team members to support operation with goal of increasing productivity and decreasing downtime and waste.
Reliable Labor Worker comfortable handling physically demanding tasks across long shifts and through problematic weather conditions. Proven resourcefulness and handling of difficult labor projects. Juggles multiple tasks to keep assignment timelines on schedule. Established reputation for punctuality and dedicated work ethic.
Experienced Laborer with background working in multiple work settings. Skillfully build temporary structures, mix preparations and cut materials to meet job requirements. Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
welding
Linwood, ON
08.2021 - Current
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
General Laborer
Bauman sawmill/ woodsite
Wallenstein, ON
01.2014 - 03.2021
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Printed and applied shipping labels for boxes and packages according to product distribution instructions.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Measured uncut wood for cutting according to design specifications to achieve correct component dimensions.
- Cut wood using handheld manual and power tools, table saws and upright saws.
- Divided raw logs into appropriate segments using chainsaw to prepare for further processing.
- Employed high-powered table and upright saws to handle cuts in large materials.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials like drywall, shingles and plywood for customers.
- Maneuvered heavy loads around lumberyard and job sites with materials handling equipment and forklifts.
- Learned lumber products and manufacturer differences to give customers sound advice on building materials.
- Sorted and stacked lumber based on size and type according to company and regulatory policies.
- Operated saws, forklifts and wood splitters.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
- Adjusted controls to change machine settings, reducing errors of finished products.
- Drove forklift, front-end loader and hoists to move materials and ladles of molten metal.
- Kept cleaning equipment in good condition with proper use and care.
- Swept, vacuumed and mopped different types of floors throughout interior spaces.
- Serviced restrooms to verify cleanliness and replenished supplies.
- Investigated and resolved variances with inventory records.
- Performed cycle counts on daily basis to immediately spot errors and apply remedies.
- Received incoming goods, checked paperwork and reviewed merchandise for accuracy against documentation.
- Transported items using equipment like forklifts and hand trucks.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
Welder/Fitter
Weberway
Rothsay , ON
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
General Laborer
MK Martin
Elmira, ON
02.2012 - 12.2014
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Degrees and pressure wash farm equipment
- Dry equipment/scrap welding splatter, check for missing welds, paint prep/help painter/asmblimg
Voluntary Worker
Food preparation worker
Drayton , ON
09.2011 - 10.2012
- Assisted with facilities maintenance, basic cleaning and trash removal.
- Kept weekly schedule up-to-date in scheduling book and maintained appropriate records according to company procedures.
- Promoted volunteer program through fliers, newsletters and social media.
- Encouraged people to be active in community through organizational events and projects.
- Set up tables and chairs and unloaded equipment for various volunteer events.
- Raised funds for organization through community outreach initiatives.
- Processed, organized and conducted inventory of various donated goods.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Education
Some High School - Automotive Service Technician And Operations
Norwell District Secondary School
Palmerston, ON01-2013
Skills
- Safety protocol
- Welding
- Problem-Solving
- Equipment Repair
- Hand and Power Tools
- Equipment repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Forklift Operations
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
welding
08.2021 - Current
Welder/Fitter
Weberway
01.2015 - 01.2016
General Laborer
Bauman sawmill/ woodsite
01.2014 - 03.2021
General Laborer
MK Martin
02.2012 - 12.2014
Voluntary Worker
Food preparation worker
09.2011 - 10.2012
Some High School - Automotive Service Technician And Operations
Norwell District Secondary School