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Brian Cunningham

Tinley Park,IL

Summary

Dedicated Freight Handler with 12 years in the freight industry. Skilled at following directions and taking initiative with extensive knowledge of shipping and handling. Successful at remaining safety-oriented and time sensitive deadlines.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Freight

Fedex Freight
Forest View, IL
09.2014 - Current
  • Moving shipments to their next destination with a forklift.
  • Inspected and reported or repaired damaged shipments.
  • Mentor for training new employees for 5 years.
  • Ability to run a dock stand for 9+ lanes
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.

Part Time Dockworker

UPS Freight
Bedford Park, IL
02.2010 - 09.2014
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.

Kitchen Hand

Holiday Inn Convention Center
Tinl, IL
03.2006 - 01.2010
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
  • Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
  • Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
  • Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

Skills

  • Visual Inspection
  • Equipment Operation
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Problem Solving
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Team Collaboration
  • Damage Prevention
  • Problem-Solving
  • Forklift Certified
  • Accuracy and Precision
  • Willing to Learn

Affiliations

  • BZ award in 2022 for helping CGT with their largest onboarding program
  • 7 years of safety performance with no injuries or accidents

Timeline

Freight

Fedex Freight
09.2014 - Current

Part Time Dockworker

UPS Freight
02.2010 - 09.2014

Kitchen Hand

Holiday Inn Convention Center
03.2006 - 01.2010

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Northern Illinois University

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