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Blake Gerholdt

Hixson,TN

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at McKee Foods, enhancing spotting efficiency through superior communication and vigilant safety practices. Skilled in equipment handling and quick decision-making, I consistently foster teamwork and problem-solving to drive operational success and reduce workplace accidents.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Non CDL Freight Spotter

McKee Foods
05.2018 - Current
  • Improved overall spotting efficiency by actively participating in training sessions focused on new equipment usage guidelines and best practices for signal communication techniques.
  • Reduced accidents through vigilant monitoring of the worksite, identifying potential hazards and taking corrective actions promptly.
  • Increased efficiency by maintaining clear lines of communication between lifting equipment operators and ground personnel.

Cashier

Ankar’s Hoagies
04.2017 - 05.2018
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Warehouse Worker

Comcast
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.

Cashier

McDonald’s
08.2013 - 07.2016
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Soddy Daisy High School
Soddy Daisy, TN

No Degree -

Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, Ky

Skills

  • Effective teamwork
  • Quick decision making
  • Superior communication
  • Situational awareness
  • Equipment handling
  • Detail orientation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Non CDL Freight Spotter

McKee Foods
05.2018 - Current

Cashier

Ankar’s Hoagies
04.2017 - 05.2018

Warehouse Worker

Comcast
06.2016 - 04.2018

Cashier

McDonald’s
08.2013 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Soddy Daisy High School

No Degree -

Lindsey Wilson College