Christopher Chambliss

Publix Warehouse Distribution - Forklift Operator

Sep 2020 to Apr 2024, Dacula, GA

Forklift operators are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Ryerson Metals - Forklift Operator

Feb 2017 to Jun 2020, Atlanta, GA

Certified forklift and crane operator. Dealing with heavy metals.

United Parcel Service - Operations Supervisor

Jan 2007 to Feb 2017, Doraville, GA

Interview, select, and train warehouse and supervisory personnel. Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities. Enforce safety and sanitation regulations. Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments. Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals. Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers. Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked. Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs. Maintain operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results. Direct inbound or outbound logistics operations, such as transportation or warehouse activities, safety performance, or logistics quality management. Supervise the work of logistics specialists, planners, or schedulers. Direct distribution center operation to ensure achievement of cost, productivity, accuracy, or timeliness objectives. Participate in carrier management processes, such as selection, qualification, or performance evaluation. Develop risk management programs to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios.

Blockbuster - Computer Operator

05/2006 to 09/2009, Littleton, CO (remote)

• Monitoring and controlling computer systems and networks to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Running and scheduling computer batch jobs and tasks.
• Performing routine system backups and data restoration.
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Installing and configuring computer hardware and software.
• Maintaining inventory of computer equipment and supplies.
• Providing technical support and assistance to end-users.
• Managing user accounts and access permissions.
• Monitoring system performance and generating reports.
• Following security procedures to protect data and systems.

Compaq - Computer Operator

07/2009 to 10/2012, Astoria, NY (remote)

• Monitoring and Controlling Systems: Computer operators are responsible for monitoring the performance and availability of computer systems and networks. They keep an eye on system logs, error messages, and performance indicators to identify any issues or anomalies.
• Running and Scheduling Jobs: Computer operators are in charge of running and scheduling batch jobs and tasks on computer systems. They ensure that jobs are executed in the correct order and within specified timeframes.
• System Backups and Data Restoration: Computer operators perform routine backups of critical data and systems to prevent data loss in the event of hardware or software failures. They also need to be proficient in data restoration procedures to recover lost or corrupted data.
• Troubleshooting Hardware and Software Issues: When problems arise, computer operators are responsible for troubleshooting hardware and software issues. They diagnose the root cause of the problem and work towards resolving it, either independently or by escalating the issue to the appropriate support teams.
• Installing and Configuring Hardware and Software: Computer operators may be involved in the installation and configuration of computer hardware and software. This includes setting up new systems, upgrading existing hardware, and installing necessary software applications.
• Inventory Management: Computer operators maintain an inventory of computer equipment, peripherals, and supplies. They track the availability and usage of resources and ensure that necessary supplies are stocked.
• Technical Support: Computer operators provide technical support and assistance to end-users. They respond to user inquiries, troubleshoot user issues, and provide guidance on system usage and best practices.
• User Account Management: Computer operators manage user accounts and access permissions. They create and maintain user profiles, assign appropriate access levels, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Monitoring system performance and generating reports on trends and potential areas for improvement.
• Security Procedures: Computer operators follow security procedures to protect data and systems from unauthorized access and potential threats. They implement and enforce security measures, such as password policies and data encryption, to safeguard sensitive information.