Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

John H. Wilbanks

CaterpillarInc
COUNCE
21
years of professional experience

Dedicated and results-driven professional with a strong work ethic and collaborative spirit. Committed to completing tasks efficiently and effectively. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic environments while focusing on team objectives and overall success. Eager to contribute skills and determination to drive organizational goals forward.

Work History

Quality Technician

2 Years 8 Months
CaterpillarInc | 11.2023 - Current
  • Separated parts from production line for quality assurance.
  • Operated hoist to efficiently place parts into designated boxes.
  • Executed scanning of inventory sheets for each box to maintain organization. and put parts in that box.

Material Coordinator

9 Months
CaterpillarInc | 02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Ordered parts for assembly line and coordinated movement of kit carts to staging areas.
  • Assisted with ordering for other lines.
  • Facilitated material ordering for various assembly lines.
  • Returned unneeded or incorrectly ordered parts to warehouse for inventory management.

3500 Assembly

6 Months
CaterpillarInc | 08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Air tested heads for leaks on 3500 line, ensuring quality control before proceeding.
  • Transferred heads to the oiler after passing inspection.
  • Boxed and banded oiled heads for skidding, maintaining organization for efficient handling.
  • Once the boxes backed up, a forklift driver would move the heads to where they needed to be.

3400 Head Assembly

1 Year 7 Months
CaterpillarInc | 01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Operated end of 3400 head assembly line to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Air testing the heads to make sure there is not a leak.
  • Sent heads passing quality checks to packing for distribution.
  • Sorted heads for distribution to engine line or warehouse based on production needs.

Material Coordinator

1 Year
CaterpillarInc | 01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked at LEF as a material coordinator.
  • Ordered parts for assembly line.
  • Filled kit carts to provide assembly with necessary components.
  • Operated forklift to transport parts and clear empty carts efficiently.
  • Delivered parts schedule to warehouse for timely processing.
  • Received parts schedule from warehouse for assembly line coordination.

Head Assembly

1 Year 10 Months
CaterpillarInc | 03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assembled head on 3400 line by pulling parts from prints on Epix.
  • Checked head for leaks at the vacuum and air test stations.

Turbos

1 Year 2 Months
CaterpillarInc | 01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Sorted turbos by part number to ensure accurate inventory management.
  • Entered turbo data into computer systems using LMS or IPL Meso for tracking purposes.
  • Cross-referenced starter parts with corresponding turbos to ensure accuracy. that go with each turbo and putting them in that specific box too.

Head Disassembly

6 Months
CaterpillarInc | 07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Removed plugs and springs in heads.
  • Utilized torch to safely extract seats from heads as needed.
  • Transported heads along production line for efficient final disassembly.

Logistics Team Member

9 Months
Hamilton-Ryker | 10.2015 - 07.2016
  • Operated swingreach lift to efficiently organize parts on shelves.
  • Utilized sit down lift to stage parts for assembly line operations.
  • Used sit down lift to stage parts on an assembly line.

Produce Manager

1 Year 8 Months
Food Giant | 02.2014 - 10.2015
  • Coordinated produce orders to maintain stock levels and meet customer demand.
  • Ensured proper rotation of produce to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
  • Created fruit baskets upon receipt of the order form.
  • Conducted monthly inventory to assess produce availability and quality.

Assistant Store Manager

3 Years 4 Months
Food Giant | 10.2010 - 02.2014
  • Improved customer satisfaction through exceptional service and prompt resolution of concerns.
  • Increased sales by maintaining store cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Enhanced inventory management with regular audits and efficient stock organization.

Dairy and Frozen Foods Manager

5 Months
Food Giant | 05.2010 - 10.2010
  • Ordered dairy and frozen foods for the store. Maintained product freshness by rotating stock and removing out-of-date items.

Utility Worker/Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler

4 Years 7 Months
ThyssenKrupp Elevator | 06.2005 - 01.2010
  • Bundled jacks, plungers, rails, and pipes for shipping at ThyssenKrupp Elevator.

Education

High School Diploma

Hardin County High School | Savannah, TN | 05-1997

Skills

Assistant manager
Payroll administration
Forklift operation
Hoist operation
Material coordination
Assembly line operations
Safety Blitz Group

Timeline

Quality Technician

CaterpillarInc
11.2023 - CurrentRead More

Material Coordinator

CaterpillarInc
02.2023 - 11.2023Read More

3500 Assembly

CaterpillarInc
08.2022 - 02.2023Read More

3400 Head Assembly

CaterpillarInc
01.2021 - 08.2022Read More

Material Coordinator

CaterpillarInc
01.2020 - 01.2021Read More

Head Assembly

CaterpillarInc
03.2018 - 01.2020Read More

Turbos

CaterpillarInc
01.2017 - 03.2018Read More

Head Disassembly

CaterpillarInc
07.2016 - 01.2017Read More

Logistics Team Member

Hamilton-Ryker
10.2015 - 07.2016Read More

Produce Manager

Food Giant
02.2014 - 10.2015Read More

Assistant Store Manager

Food Giant
10.2010 - 02.2014Read More

Dairy and Frozen Foods Manager

Food Giant
05.2010 - 10.2010Read More

Utility Worker/Packing, Shipping, and Receiving Assembler

ThyssenKrupp Elevator
06.2005 - 01.2010Read More

Hardin County High School

High School Diploma
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John H. Wilbanks