Adam Brown
Mount Vernon
Summary
Dedicated equipment operator with experience in heavy machinery and manufacturing procedures. Great attention to detail and teamwork, contributing to achieving production goals and enhancing workflow efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Primary Operator
The Allen Company
McKee
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Used daily system logs to document production information and discuss issues with management.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Learned to operate various machinery efficiently, adapting to different production requirements.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Engaged with team members to share insights and improve workflow efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area consistently.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
Primary Operator/Maintenance Crew Member
Heidelburg Materials
Somerset
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Monitored machinery performance and made adjustments to ensure optimal operation.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Assisted team in executing maintenance projects efficiently while ensuring safety and quality standards were met.
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported any issues promptly.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing daily tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery and tools.
- Followed quality control standards during production operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Operated various tools and machinery for maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all maintenance activities.
Deputy Jailer
Rockcastle County Detention Center
Mount Vernon
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain a safe environment.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Facilitated clear communication among staff to ensure efficient operations and safety protocols.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Monitored inmate behavior and reported any violations promptly.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records to ensure compliance with facility protocols.
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured adherence to facility rules.
- Conducted regular security checks and monitored surveillance equipment.
- Assisted in processing new inmates and managing inmate records.
- Responded to inmate requests and addressed concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and legal teams during inmate transfers.
- Enforced safety protocols and maintained order during emergencies.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety standards.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss security strategies and improvements.
- Monitored inmates in the jail facility to ensure safety and security.
- Communicated effectively with superiors regarding any changes in inmate behavior or status.
- Provided support to other law enforcement officers during arrests, searches and seizures.
- Assessed risk levels of individual inmates prior to releasing them from custody.
- Processed paperwork related to bond payments or court appearances for inmates.
- Conducted regular cell inspections for contraband items or dangerous materials.
- Provided guidance to new deputies on procedures related to working in the jail setting.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate information, including intake forms, medical histories and release dates.
- Investigated incidents involving potential criminal activity by an inmate within the jail system.
- Performed searches of individuals entering or leaving the jail facility as needed.
- Interacted with inmates in a professional manner while enforcing discipline policies.
- Assisted with inmate processing, including fingerprinting, photographing and booking.
- Supervised meals for inmates and ensured proper nutrition according to dietary requirements.
- Enforced all rules of the jail facility, ensuring that inmates followed these regulations.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Issued clothing, bedding, and other authorized items to inmates.
- Escorted prisoners to and from court, jail and other jurisdictions or rehabilitation institutions.
- Led grid searches to locate and confiscate potential harmful items and contraband.
- Inspected all incoming and outgoing mail for contraband.
- Facilitated reductions in inmate disturbances and incidents to increase facility safety.
- Managed inventory and distribution of jail supplies, including meals, clothing, and bedding.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior, incidents, and movements.
- Implemented disciplinary measures in accordance with jail policy and legal requirements.
- Enforced jail policies and procedures to prevent escapes and ensure a secure environment.
- Prepared and submitted daily reports and logs detailing jail operations and incidents.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety protocols to prevent the spread of diseases.
- Conducted regular cell checks to ensure inmate safety and compliance with regulations.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
Fork Lift Operator
Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions
Somerset
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouse efficiently.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Documented daily activities and completed necessary paperwork for record-keeping.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Quality Control Inspector/Production Worker
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas
Berea
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth workflow and address any production challenges.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted regular audits of production processes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Documented inspection results and reported discrepancies to management.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues effectively.
- Utilized measurement tools to assess product dimensions and tolerances.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections and corrective actions taken.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
Overhead Crane Operator/Laborer
AK Steel
Middletown
- Operated overhead cranes to lift and move heavy materials efficiently.
- Inspected equipment for safety compliance before each shift.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Maintained accurate logs of crane operations and maintenance activities.
- Ensured proper load handling techniques to prevent accidents and damage.
- Operated Overhead Crane to move, position and transport materials in a safe and efficient manner.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment while operating an overhead crane.
- Utilized hand signals to communicate with co-workers when operating overhead cranes.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks with the use of an overhead crane.
- Assisted in loading, unloading equipment onto, from trailers using an overhead crane as required by company policies.
- Instructed other personnel on how to safely operate an overhead crane if necessary.
- Inspected overhead crane for proper operation prior to use and reported any defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
- Checked hook mechanisms and cables regularly for wear or damage.
- Ensured that all employees working near the area were aware of the movements of the crane at all times.
- Verified load weights using scales and adjusted crane accordingly.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving overhead cranes when needed.
- Used pendant-operated, overhead and gantry cranes in compliance with safety standards and company guidelines.
- Performed routine maintenance on overhead cranes such as greasing, oiling, checking brakes and inspecting wires.
- Adjusted speed controls as necessary while operating an overhead crane.
- Monitored job sites for potential hazards related to the operation of the crane.
- Maintained records of all crane operations including daily inspections, maintenance, repairs and safety checks.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Maintained accurate crane operator log books detailing seat time, jobs, locations, cranes used and daily hours.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Promoted worksite safety by identifying hazards and reporting or correcting immediately.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure proper placement of materials.
- Used floor scales for weighing bundles.
- Cleaned and lubricated cables, pulleys and grappling devices.
- Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
- Used floor scales to weigh pallets and bundles, documenting weights for company records.
- Inspected crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to maintain functionality and identify malfunctions.
- Followed safety protocols during all phases of production and operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure safety standards.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockcastle County High School
Mount Vernon, Kentucky05-2013
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Multi-tasking
- Attention to detail
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy equipment operation
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Production work
- Machine setup
- Maintenance and repair
- Forklift operation
- Hand and power tools
- Manufacturing procedures
- Machine operation
- Materials handling
- Heavy lifting
- Plant safety
- Material loading and unloading
- Teamwork
Certification
Fork Lift Certified
Timeline
Primary Operator
The Allen Company
08.2024 - Current
Primary Operator/Maintenance Crew Member
Heidelburg Materials
Deputy Jailer
Rockcastle County Detention Center
Fork Lift Operator
Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions
Quality Control Inspector/Production Worker
Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas
Overhead Crane Operator/Laborer
AK Steel
High School Diploma -
Rockcastle County High School