Amherst Powell
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs. Superior work ethic with excellent communication, multitasking and prioritization skills.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Gig Worker
Walmart Spark
Plainfield, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered groceries to customers, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of orders.
Receiving Dock Associate
Amazon
Joliet, Illinois
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Loaded and unloaded trucks on dock.
Mailhandler
United States Post Office
Aurora, Illinois
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Loaded and unloaded trucks/worked on APPS machine.
Mailhandler
United States Post Office
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Sorted incoming mail by size and destination for efficient processing.
- Operated mail sorting machines to ensure accurate distribution of parcels.
- Loaded and unloaded mail trucks to maintain workflow efficiency.
Mail Carrier
United States Post Office
Plainfield, Illinois
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Sorted and organized mail for efficient delivery routes.
- Delivered mail and packages to residential and commercial addresses.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pickups daily.
Shipping/Receiving Technician
7-UP/DR. PEPPER
Northlake, Illinois
03.1999 - 06.2013
- Received and inspected shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Organized stock in designated warehouse locations for efficient access.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport products safely.
Vault Worker
United Armour
Broadview, Illinois
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Picked up and delivered cash from ATM machines.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production schedules consistently.
Warehouse/Warehouse Order Picker
Edward Don
North River, IL
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Operated material handling equipment to move products within the warehouse.
- Picked and packed orders accurately for timely shipment.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and audits.
Machine Operator
United States Post Office
Chicago, Illinois
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Operated mail processing equipment to sort and distribute mail efficiently.
- Monitored production flow to ensure timely processing of incoming mail.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and basic repairs.
Assembly Quality Control Inspector
Consolidated Liquors
Chicago, Illinois
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Inspected assembled products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Conducted routine audits to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Fed bottles on conveyor line and separated defective/broken glass.
- Collaborated with assembly teams to resolve quality issues.
Education
CDL - Truck Driving School
160 Academy
Joliet, IL 01.2022 - 08.2022
Microsoft Word & Excel Certificate - Software Training Program
Donka
Wheaton, IL 01.2012 - 01.2013
Manly High School
Chicago, ILSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Robert Morris College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Order processing
- Quality inspection
Timeline
Gig Worker
Walmart Spark
02.2024 - Current
CDL - Truck Driving School
160 Academy
01.2022 - 08.2022
Receiving Dock Associate
Amazon
12.2021 - 04.2023
Mailhandler
United States Post Office
09.2018 - 07.2020
Mailhandler
United States Post Office
06.2016 - 01.2017
Mail Carrier
United States Post Office
03.2016 - 05.2016
Microsoft Word & Excel Certificate - Software Training Program
Donka
01.2012 - 01.2013
Shipping/Receiving Technician
7-UP/DR. PEPPER
03.1999 - 06.2013
Vault Worker
United Armour
01.1997 - 01.1999
Warehouse/Warehouse Order Picker
Edward Don
01.1995 - 01.1997
Machine Operator
United States Post Office
01.1991 - 01.1994
Assembly Quality Control Inspector
Consolidated Liquors
01.1990 - 01.1991
Manly High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Robert Morris College