Cortez Herbert
Chattanooga
Summary
Experienced in production environments, offering abilities in machine operation, inventory management, and teamwork. Demonstrated adaptability and time management skills to ensure efficient project completion while maintaining a safe work environment. Effective problem-solving and materials handling expertise to support various operational needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Muller
Chattanooga, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
Production Worker
Volkswagen
Chattanooga, TN
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors for daily tasks.
- Collaborated effectively with other members of the team to complete projects efficiently.
Production
Chattanooga Seating Systems
Chattanooga, TN
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Perform all tasks as per Standardize Work Instructions and perform repairs on minor quality defects as required.
- Monitored product quality throughout the entire production process.
- Transported materials and equipment to production work stations.
Team Lead
JBS Pilgrim's Pride
Chattanooga, TN
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the team being the primary point of contact for team members, offering guidance, support, and direction and assigning tasks to team members and setting deadlines determine completion timelines and monitor progress to keep the project on track.
- Mentored junior staff members to foster a productive working environment, showcasing leadership capabilities.
- Assisted management in assessing internal staffing, deployment, and training needs, recommending enhancements and changes as appropriate.
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
- Collaborated with functional groups and leadership to evaluate, prioritize, plan, and execute new projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Howard High School
TN05-2009
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Machine operation
- Inventory management
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Materials handling
- Packing and shipping
- Forklift certification
- Cross-training
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team supervision
- People management
Timeline
General Laborer
Muller
09.2025 - Current
Production Worker
Volkswagen
08.2024 - 02.2025
Production
Chattanooga Seating Systems
04.2020 - 08.2024
Team Lead
JBS Pilgrim's Pride
08.2016 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Howard High School