Daniel Hickson

Contributed to team efforts through diligent work ethic and support for colleagues. Assisted in maintaining quality control standards within team projects. Participated actively in team initiatives with a focus on quality outcomes.

Maintenance/Loader Operator/QC Tech/Scale Clerk at Vulcan Materials (2020-01 – Present)

• Did basic maintenance on loaders and conveyor belts
• Operate heavy equipment
• Loading trucks with heavy equipment
• Training new employees on safe use of machinery
• Unloading trains of rock
• Testing product to make sure it meets the requirements set by the state
• Communicated with truck drivers to get critical information for their tickets

PT/ED Operator at HMGMA (2024-02 – 2026-03)

• Oversaw operations of pretreatment line to ensure optimal performance
• Executed comprehensive quality checks to ensure product standards
• Executed timely chemical additions to ensure optimal performance of processes
• Facilitated training sessions for new operators to enhance operational efficiency
• Conducted tests to verify chemical levels met quality standards

Team Leader at HMGMA (2026-03 – Present)

• Ensured new employees received proper training
• Oversaw employee performance assessments to support professional development initiatives
• Educated employees on recognizing defects and implementing corrective measures to enhance quality control
• Coordinated acquisition and distribution of necessary tools to enhance team performance
• Facilitated conflict resolution to maintain workflow efficiency

Heavy Machine Operator at Southeast Ready Mix

• Operated front end loader
• Loaded and unloaded equipment from trailers
• Inspected and cleaned equipment
• Assisted in replacing parts throughout the plant whenever necessary
• Drove a crew out of state weekly for work
• Operated a mixer whenever necessary

Line Cook at Tijuana Flats

• Prepared food to order
• Cleaned and maintained equipment
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment
• Sanitation and safety

Produce Handler at Strickland Farms Produce Stand

• Assisted with loading and unloading produce for sale
• Worked at counter selling produce and dealing with customers
• Loaded trucks with produce for weekly farmers market

High School Diploma – Southeast Bulloch High school