WILLIAM Cross
Elmira,ON
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION OF CANADA
Elmira, Ontario
04.2019 - 02.2025
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Panel Operator/Lead Hand
JONES FEED MILLS LTD.
HEIDELBERG, ON
01.2008 - 09.2017
- Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
- Assisted in training new operators on panel operation.
- Monitored and adjusted process parameters to maintain desired production rate.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring team adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Utilized computer software programs such as DATASTOR systems for monitoring and controlling processes.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Packaging Line Operator/General Foreperson
Elmira Pet Products Ltd.
Elmira, Ontario
06.1999 - 11.2008
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Operated packaging machinery efficiently, adhering to safety protocols.
- Set up jobs for lines and assisted with printing labels and packaging.
- Changeover machine settings to accommodate different sizes and types of packages or products as required.
- Maintain accurate documentation of production activities, including output, scrap, and downtime.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
- Inspected products before packaging to prevent shipping defective and damaged goods to customers.
- Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
- Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
- Sorted and weighed products after packaging to assess quality, identify defects and grade resulting items.
- Sealed products by applying appropriate fastenings and ties and confirmed seal integrity to prevent product and packaging damage.
- Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
- Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
- Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Coordinated tasks to complete residential and commercial mopping, scrubbing and sanitizing of all assigned areas.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized facility.
- Reassembled production lines to restore production with minimal downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arthur District Secondary School
Arthur, ON06-1996
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Valid Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Employee training
- Batch mixing
- Production scheduling
- Process control expertise
- Operation Monitoring
- Team leadership qualities
- Packaging processes
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Machinery operation
- Pellet mill operation
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Forklift operation
- Materials handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Punctual and reliable
- Order picking and processing
- Transportation
- Clean driving record
- Processes and procedures
- Navigational systems and GPS
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Facility housekeeping
- Sanitizing skills
- Clean background check
- Fast-paced environment
- Fall protection
- Adaptive learning
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Confined space entry
- First aid and CPR
- Personal protective equipment
Timeline
Driver
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION OF CANADA
04.2019 - 02.2025
Panel Operator/Lead Hand
JONES FEED MILLS LTD.
01.2008 - 09.2017
Packaging Line Operator/General Foreperson
Elmira Pet Products Ltd.
06.1999 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
Arthur District Secondary School
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