Brad Lauersdorf
Plymouth,WI
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Thiel Distribution Center in materials movement and shipping. Demonstrated strong teamwork and efficiency, significantly reducing loading times and enhancing warehouse organization. Skilled in operating forklifts safely and adept at minimizing product damage, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Thiel Distribution Center
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
Forklift Operator
Krier Foods
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Kohler Co.
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Sustained high levels of accuracy in assembly tasks, resulting in fewer defects and returns from customers.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Collaborated with machine operators and engineers to troubleshoot assembly-related issues and meet deadlines.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Complied with safety standards to prevent machinery accidents and personnel injuries.
- Assisted quality control personnel with inspections of completed products, ensuring adherence to strict quality standards before shipping them out to customers.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular inspections and identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Increased overall productivity by optimizing assembly processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Machine Operator
Koenig Machines Inc
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
Shop Cleaner
Jims Auto Service
09.2009 - 08.2013
- Contributed to a positive customer experience by maintaining clean restrooms with stocked supplies at all times.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing schedules or priorities as needed to support the needs of the business.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks and maintaining an organized environment.
- Assisted in seasonal deep-cleaning projects, resulting in a well-maintained facility yearround.
- Performed window cleaning tasks, ensuring clear visibility and an inviting storefront presentation for customers.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors.
- Maintained clean, neat, and professional entrances.
- Washed windows, walls and ceiling fixtures to remove molds and dusts.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Refilled soap dispensers and air fresheners in multiple bathrooms.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
Education
High School Diploma -
Howard's Grove High-school
Sheboygan, WI06.2012
Skills
- Materials movement
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Material handling
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Thiel Distribution Center
04.2023 - 03.2025
Forklift Operator
Krier Foods
09.2019 - 11.2022
Machine Operator/Assembler
Kohler Co.
08.2015 - 05.2019
Machine Operator
Koenig Machines Inc
01.2013 - 03.2015
Shop Cleaner
Jims Auto Service
09.2009 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Howard's Grove High-school
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