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MATERIAL HANDLER
Skills
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Problem Solving
  • Equipment Operation
  • Cargo Sorting
  • Visual Inspection
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Team Collaboration
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Quality Assessment and Assurance
  • Container Tagging and Marking
  • Standards Compliance
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Work Order Following
  • Decision Making
  • Equipment Parts Replacement
  • Adaptable to Changing Needs
  • Bins, Carts and Containers
  • Reaction Time and Speed
  • Sheet Banding
  • Bracing, Padding and Strapping
  • Relationship Building
  • Data Entry
  • Accuracy and Precision
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Deadline Meeting
  • Rate Control
  • Container Packing and Repacking
  • Electric Pallet Jacks
  • Storage Area Maintenance
  • Loose Materials Movement
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Protective Equipment Use
  • Attention to Detail
  • Electrical Power Safety
  • Materials Handling Safety Training
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Damage Prevention
  • Stacking and Staging
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical Thinking
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Tool and Supply Organization
  • Production Documentation
Professional Summary

Results-focused and highly driven professional with strength in multiple areas, easily taught and eager to learn. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging a good work ethic and acquired knowledge to promote a role model employee. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.

Work History
January 2017 to August 2021
Material HandlerCompany Name, City, State
  • Operated pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Demonstrated and applied product knowledge of all company SKUs.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Informed purchasing team of missing or damaged items immediately when unloading and receiving.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Fastened documentation, including receipts, packing slips and bill of lading, to shipments leaving facility.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Assembled and filled shipments per day and prepared all shipping documentation.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets and tape to protect from damage.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Handled daily customer service aspects, including maintaining positive and ongoing relationships with external customers and freight partners.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of any related documents.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Drove vehicles to deliver products and picked-up rejected or defective materials for return.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Maintained strong vendor connections, including arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • In the production area I ran machinery auch as multiple slitters, dye cutter, and PSA rollers. (Some were done manually) I also assisted with proper paper changes as they were always a two person job.
  • I multi tasked daily sometimes switching from department to department with ease as I learned as much as I could about as many positions as I could so that I could be useful as many places as possible as often as needed (we were generally short staffed)
January 2006 to January 2021
General Laborer/Rewind OperatorCompany Name, City, State
  • Regulated pressure roll tension, glue temperature and machine component speed by calibrating machine controls and settings.
  • Lifted tote boxes of finished cartons and dumped cartons into feed hoppers.
  • Filled glue and paraffin reservoirs and positioned rollers to dispense glue onto paperboard.
  • Evaluated final products to verify compliance with work orders and detect defects.
  • Adjusted guide assemblies, forming bars and folding mechanisms according to specifications using hand tools.
  • Moved completed products from machines and onto conveyors, transferring to next work area for additional processing.
  • Integrated specialized attachments to machines as needed to complete custom orders and projects.
  • Guided materials onto machine tracks for proper gluing, coating and slitting.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
  • Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
  • Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
  • Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Solved and identified any complex issues that impacted management.
  • Mentored new employees by providing guidance on safety and proper techniques.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Participated in safety seminars.
  • Generated daily productivity records and assisted senior leadership during executive decision-making processes.
  • Followed written instructions to construct various types of equipment.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Performed thorough quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
  • Carefully cut PVC and steel according to specifications, which in turn reduced wasteful spending.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Read work orders or received oral instructions to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
January 2016 to January 2017
Assistant ManagerCompany Name, City, State
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Mentored sales team in applying effective sales techniques and delivering top-notch customer service.
  • Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements, and evaluate progress toward goals.
  • Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Reduced corporate costs by developing and implementing improved merchandising, receiving and maintenance procedures.
  • Increased sales revenues by promoting complementary products and educating customers about store promotions.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit reports to determine options for increasing market growth.
  • Achieved recognition from senior management for contribution to store success, including managing sales, employees and operations to foster optimal performance.
  • Increased sales by driving operational efficiencies and building excellent customer rapport.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring monetary transactions, including credit card sales and deposits.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.
  • Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
  • Directed merchandising, promotion and brand loyalty efforts for business segment with greatest sales volume.
  • Planned team-building exercises to increase employee performance and job satisfaction.
Education
No DegreeParalegal StudiesUniversity of Cincinnati Clermont College, City, State
No DegreeGeneral Studies/PsychologySouth College of Florida, City
May 1996High School DiplomaBatavia High School, City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • University of Cincinnati Clermont College
  • South College of Florida
  • Batavia High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Material Handler
  • General Laborer/Rewind Operator
  • Assistant Manager

Degrees

  • No Degree Paralegal Studies
    No Degree General Studies/Psychology
    High School Diploma

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