Blaine D. Kesler
Holt
Summary
With strong organizational skills and a keen ability to adapt, ready to learn and develop in a purchasing environment. Bringing foundational understanding of supply chain principles and will demonstrate proficiency in committing to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices. Excited to utilize and further enhance these skills in a Purchasing Specialist role.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Dart Container Corporation
12.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Certified Forklift Operator
Maxima Supply
02.2021 - Current
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
HVAC Technician
Bartlett Plumbing and Heating
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Reviewed work of external and internal contractors to guarantee consistency with quality and safety standards.
- Consulted with project management during group installations.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Replaced bearings, pump seals and packing.
Forklift Operator
Dart Container
10.2013 - 11.2018
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Head Stocker
Dart Container Corporation
10.2013 - 11.2018
- Prepared documents, reports regarding tracking of products
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
- Promoted delivery efficiency by accurately labeling and organizing containers.
- Conducted in-depth inspections of both incoming and outgoing shipments to support quality assurance goals.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
- Resolved concerns with products or services.
Forklift Operator
Wolverton
03.2009 - 10.2013
- Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
Forklift operator
Maxima Supply
03.2008 - 08.2009
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Window and Door Installer
KD Kesler Construction
06.2006 - 03.2008
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Collaborated with field technician to maximize efficiency and follow installation technique.
- Operated power tools with safety precautions and protective personal equipment.
- Detailed features of product to consumer with usage demonstration.
- Prepared job site for set up and tear down with appropriate supplies and materials.
- Interpreted work orders and read print drawings to review specified results with client.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Education
GED -
Grand Ledge High School
Grand Ledge, MISkills
SAP
Shipping and receiving expert
Warehouse operations
Material handling
Shipping Documentation
Forklift Operation
Production reporting
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Order tracking
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Dart Container Corporation
12.2021 - Current
Certified Forklift Operator
Maxima Supply
02.2021 - Current
HVAC Technician
Bartlett Plumbing and Heating
08.2020 - 02.2021
Head Stocker
Dart Container Corporation
10.2013 - 11.2018
Forklift Operator
Dart Container
10.2013 - 11.2018
Forklift Operator
Wolverton
03.2009 - 10.2013
Forklift operator
Maxima Supply
03.2008 - 08.2009
Window and Door Installer
KD Kesler Construction
06.2006 - 03.2008
GED -
Grand Ledge High School
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