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CERTIFIED FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Summary

Observant and hardworking Certified Forklift Operator able to operate and maintain equipment. Dedicated to moving materials across warehouses or where needed to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity. Basic English and Spanish skills with over 12 years of related experience.

Skills
  • Warehouse best practices
  • Staging and sorting
  • RFID systems
  • Materials movement
  • Computer-savvy
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Loading and unloading
  • Safety awareness
  • OSHA training
  • Equipment operations
  • Snow removal
Experience
Certified Forklift Operator | 10/2008 to Current
Calumet Carton Company - South Holland, IL
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Used equipment such as loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and cranes safely.
  • Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.

Performed inventory cycle counts on monthly basis and recorded information in Carton ERP system.

  • Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Documented movements using computer tracking systems.
  • Removed incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Documented weight and destination production data in detailed daily logs for management review.
  • Identified and troubleshot issues with equipment and completed basic repairs to restore functionality.
  • Secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Operated forklifts and other transportation vehicles to move merchandise to and from target destinations.
  • Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
  • Promoted longevity of warehouse equipment through routine inspection and maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating or recharging batteries of vehicles and auxiliary tools.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
  • Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
  • Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Loaded items in optimal manner to maximize work efficiency.
  • Released product and damaged materials into hoppers with minimal waste.
Executive Director | 04/2006 to 05/2008
Hegewisch Chamber Of Commerce - Chicago, IL
  • Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations.
  • Drove profit increases by leveraging market knowledge and natural leadership talents.
  • Planned and implemented strategies to increase funding through various approaches.
  • Directed and oversaw capital improvement projects.
  • Strengthened company business by leading implementation of new projects and procedures.
  • Generated new client relationships and increased revenue by driving effective business development strategies.
  • Monitored business trend forecasts and adjusted budgets and operational plans to maximize growth and opportunities.
  • Improved organizational processes and regulatory compliance by implementing new personnel structure with clear-cut roles and responsibilities.
  • Drove improvements to accounting oversight and efficient fiscal management by preparing and presenting quarterly P&L reports.
  • Orchestrated successful team and customer events to drive engagement, satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Promoted company public profile by delivering speeches, writing articles and presenting at industry conferences as public face of organization.
  • Provided services including counseling, case management, education and job training to diverse client base.
  • Recruited individuals and built membership rosters through variety of methods including community event attendance and promotional materials.
  • Cultivated and maintained strong industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
  • Achieved regulatory compliance with no adverse audit findings.
  • Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits.
  • Negotiated with third parties to achieve favorable commercial terms.
  • Worked closely with other stakeholders to immediately address issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Devised and integrated training for public health professionals.
  • Directed training improvements to reduce knowledge gaps and eliminate workforce performance inefficiencies.
  • Recruited qualified professionals to build aggressive sales team in support of new product offering.
Loan Processor | 06/2002 to 09/2004
Grinker & Garcia Realty - Chicago, IL
  • Communicated with customers in person and via telephone to answer questions, process transactions and resolve issues.
  • Maintained fast-paced schedule by consistently providing satisfactory application approval turnaround times.
  • Obtained repeat business by building strong customer relations and delivering world-class customer service.
  • Evaluated financial statements and contacted institutions and customers to clarify details.
  • Maintained complete confidentiality of all submitted information according to release guidelines.
  • Supported loan officiant and underwriter teams by ensuring timely, judicious and accurate loan processing.
  • Organized loan files, updated databases, prepared general correspondence and communicated with stakeholders.
  • Secured monthly approvals from management for problematic small business and commercial loans.
  • Followed up with appropriate stakeholders for guaranty approval, charge off and maturity extension.
  • Conducted site visits and issued reports for closed and originating loans.
  • Reviewed and verified borrowers' income, credit reports, property appraisals and supplemental information to prepare documents for underwriting.
  • Discussed loan needs and financial histories with clients and conveyed information regarding application processes.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines and lending program requirements.
  • Evaluated small business and commercial loans for approval.
  • Determined completeness of CPC packages, including recovery documentation, legal fees, valuations and lien searches
  • Managed any conditions sent from underwriting departments.
  • Filed completed packages quickly and efficiently.
  • Checked approvals against established bank and government lending standards.
  • Completed closing process by collaborating with attorneys, title companies and government clerks.
  • Created and completed loan submission packages.
Education and Training
Westwood College - O'Hare Airport - Chicago, IL
Some College (No Degree)
Criminal Justice
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Calumet Carton Company
  • Hegewisch Chamber Of Commerce
  • Grinker & Garcia Realty

School Attended

  • Westwood College - O'Hare Airport

Job Titles Held:

  • Certified Forklift Operator
  • Executive Director
  • Loan Processor

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)

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