Wesley Hightchew has over 7 years of experience in management and leadership roles, including 7 years of military service as an E5 Sergeant in the U.S. Army, where he gained upper-level manager status. He has a reputation for meeting challenging goals and motivating employees. He currently works as a Line Puller at Firestone Building Products, where he helps achieve company goals and oversees warehouse operations.

1. Wesley Hightchew
Summary
Over 7 years of successful management and leadership experience with a reputation for meeting the most challenging
organizational goals and objectives. A pragmatic and focused individual that is highly motivated with 7 years of
experience and achievements: Military Veteran with 10 commendations and awards for superior performance in
academic, tactical and technical capacities. Excellent leader and problem solver. Controlling growth management - able
to motivate and maximize productivity and employee morale. Leadership and training, directing daily activities of large
technical teams in order to excel and achieve mission objectives.
Experience
Line Puller
November 2013 to Current
Firestone Building Products - Florence, KY
Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.
Changed equipment over to new product.
Started machine operations by inserting control instructions into control units.
Coordinated inventory and cost control programs.
Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals.
Reviewed operations and conferred with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing
problems.
Reviewed the performance of subordinates.
Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and
standard operating procedures.
Started up and shut down processing equipment.
Troubleshooted problems with equipment, devices or products.
Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.
Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping.
Conducted monthly, quarterly and yearly inventories of warehouse stock.
Oversaw warehousing and storage practices and housekeeping.
Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles.
Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines.
Verified and recorded the count and condition of cargo received.
Operated powered lift trucks, floor sweepers, pallet jacks and forklifts safely, with a 0% incident rate.
Loaded flat bed by forklift and hand truck.
February 2006 to June 2013
United States Army - Florence, KY
E5 Sargent - Completed 7 years with the U.S. Army.
Gained upper-level manager status.
Participated in the complete revitalization and overhaul of the U.S.
Military in general - and the U.S. Army.
Management:
Set standards for 20 workers.
Evaluated job performance and competed evaluation reports.
Supervised and carried out directions and orders to make sure everything was done up to standard.
Implemented safety and security rules and procedures to ensure a safe work place.
Submitted reports as scheduled, using MS Office and military database software.
Demonstrated professionalism and demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as within a team
environment.
Used written guidance to establish files and complete reports for the health and welfare of my soldiers.
2 Dorothy Dr, Highland Heights KY 41076
Home: 859-640-7544 - Wesleyh22@gmail.com

2. Tracked personnel and supplies within the organization.
Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders.
Maintained full accountability for high value items, equipment and supplies.
Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to my team.
Helped workers understand responsibilities, identified problem areas, and outlined corrective actions.
Used written guidance to establish files and complete reports for the health and welfare of my soldiers.
Planned and implemented training activities such as classes, workshops, and exercises.
Operated and maintained communication equipment.
Personal Interests
Cooking
reading
travel
Watching and playing football and basketball.
Riding my four wheeler and motorcycle.
Spending time with my family.
Additional Information
Certifications Technical Transportation of Hazardous Material
Heavy Equipment
First Aid Certified
Secret Security Clearance
Skills
Administrative
Army
Database Software
MS Office, Personnel
Safety
Workshops