Daniel Fortenberry

Experienced Machine Operator and Assembler with over 20 years in manufacturing, warehouse, and production environments. Skilled in machine operation, safety standards, materials handling, and quality control. Adept at working collaboratively, maintaining organization, and adapting to new roles. Seeking a Production Worker position to leverage extensive hands-on expertise and contribute to company growth.

Stocking Associate at Sam's Club (2025-07 – 2025-11)

• Maintained cooler, freezer, and deli areas fully stocked and organized
• Checked product dates for accuracy and rotated stock as needed
• Kept work areas clean and hazard free to ensure safety

Installer, Painter, Laborer at A-1 Investments LLC (2023-06 – 2025-05)

• Rehabilitated homes including hanging drywall, mud work, and painting, improving property value and appearance
• Installed cabinets, doors, toilets, and locks for home improvement, enhancing functionality and security
• Cleaned up work sites to maintain a safe and hazard-free environment, supporting project efficiency and safety

Press Operator at SRS Fiberglass Products (2019-05 – 2022-10)

Responsible for selecting the correct size fiberglass to be loaded into press machine, check for appropriate width/length and make sure trim is acceptable and insure there are no holes or leaks. Also keep work station clean and hazard free.

Machine Operator, Assembler at Adecco (2018-11 – 2019-03)

• Loaded and unloaded welding machines with metal products, supporting continuous production flow
• Inspected welds for quality and sorted items for rework or scrap as needed, ensuring product standards were met
• Used grinder to blend welds for painting, improving surface finish and readiness for next production stage
• Performed additional duties as requested by supervisors, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork

Warehouse Worker, General Laborer at Manpower Inc (2018-04 – 2018-10)

• Lifted up to 50 lbs of boxed material for shipping and receiving, supporting efficient warehouse operations
• Unloaded conveyors of finished production and measured products for accuracy, maintaining quality control
• Maintained a clean and hazard-free work area, promoting safety and compliance

Material Handler, Foundry Worker at Good Temps (2017-10 – 2018-01)

• Loaded and unloaded freight and completed inspections, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries
• Counted materials to ensure accuracy with work orders, reducing inventory discrepancies
• Delivered materials to production lines and kept work areas clean, supporting efficient manufacturing processes

Machine Operator, Assembler, Product Mover at Tyson Foods (2010-10 – 2017-01)

• Loaded bexar box machine and maintained oven temperature for production, ensuring consistent product quality
• Moved meat to production line and used RF scanner for process tracking, improving traceability and workflow
• Entered order numbers and rack tickets into SAP system, supporting accurate inventory management
• Assisted on production line as needed, contributing to team productivity and meeting production targets

Forklift Operator, Shipping/Receiving, Material Handler at Project Outreach (2006-02 – 2010-07)

• Unloaded products from customers using forklift and inspected goods, ensuring safe handling and quality control
• Stocked and processed invoice orders into computer software, supporting accurate inventory records
• Inspected products for damage before shipping, reducing returns and customer complaints

Forklift Operator, Overhead Crane Operator, Foundry Worker at Pacific Galvanizing (2000-12 – 2005-11)

• Operated overhead crane to move hot metal from zinc solution, ensuring safe and efficient material handling
• Used forklift to place metal on racks for cleaning or re-dipping, supporting production flow
• Cleaned excess zinc using file or grinder, maintaining product quality and finish

Machine Operator at Award Metals (1998-06 – 2000-03)

• Operated sheet metal machines to produce rain gutters, meeting daily production targets
• Disposed of non-acceptable rain gutters and ensured die blade sharpness, maintaining product quality
• Cleaned machines of metal shavings and excess grease for quality production, reducing downtime and defects

High school diploma or GED