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
50
50
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Media Preparation Technician / Courier Driver
Eurofins SF Analytical Laboratories Inc.
Horsham, PA
09.2008 - 09.2024
Prepared a variety of agar's and broths to analyze client samples
operated steam and electric autoclaves to sterilize media and glassware
used commercial washers to clean glassware used for testing
Handled transport of client samples using company vehicle, strictly following chain of custody protocols.
Conducted annual laboratory certification tests for GMP and current manufacturing practices.
Utilized hand tools to properly splice cables.
Delivery Driver
Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
Warrington, PA
09.2002 - 07.2008
Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
Reviewed delivery documents and orders and reported errors to supervisor.
Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
Facilitated seamless customer interactions to optimize satisfaction.
Retail Delivery Driver/Route Sales Representative
Bucks County Coffee
Langhorne, PA
07.2000 - 09.2002
Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
Distributed company products to kiosks and supermarket chains.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Deep Run Packing division of Doane Pet Care
Dublin, PA
07.1999 - 12.1999
Performed packaging of pet foods using a fifty-five-foot Standard Knapp machine independently.
Executed tasks using diverse forklift types effectively.
Machine Operator/Batch Weigher
INX International Ink Company
Warminster, PA
04.1990 - 12.1998
Managed the operation of a milling machine to complete ink batches.
Measured essential materials prior to blending needed for producing UV Offset, Heat set, and Poly Inks.
operated forklifts and performed warehouse and inventory duties
Truck Driver
Joe Cipolloni and Sons Inc.
Philadelphia, PA
04.1983 - 12.1989
Managed operations of various types of dump trucks including tri-axle, tandem, and single axle.
Excavation work and delivery of asphalt,gravel and top soil to various locations
Full Time Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
Huntingdon Valley, PA
10.1975 - 11.1982
Organized packages into specific sections corresponding to delivery drivers' territories, loading five trucks.
Categorized packages into color-coded bins based on location.
Executed efficient trailer load and unload operations.
Sales/Labor/Supervised
Danenberger's Landscaping/Nursey
Southampton, PA
01.1975 - 10.1975
Executed various landscaping tasks in a family-owned enterprise for 5 years.
Oversaw garden center merchandise transactions.
Managed team specializing in Christmas tree sales for two decades.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Tennent
Warminster, PA
06-1974
Business adminastration
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA
Skills
Delivery logging
Delivery recordkeeping
Skilled forklift operator
Route logs
Basic vehicle repair
Positive attitude
Local delivery
Excellent sense of direction
Map reading and navigation skills
Advanced planning
Weather adaptability
Quality assurance
Traffic laws
Dry vans
Courteous and polite demeanor
Load securing
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Vehicle inspections
Goods transport
Adaptability and flexibility
Delivery schedule development
Local routes
Order picking and processing
Order verification
Verbal and written communication
Clear communication
Documentation and reporting
Trip planning
Time management
Dispatch communication
Customer service
Multitasking and organization
Route planning
DOT compliance
Dependable and reliable
GPS operation
Valid Driver's license
Teamwork and collaboration
Forklift operation
Physical stamina
Safe driving
Experienced manual transmission driver
Equipment operation
Clean driving record
GPS and route planning
Logistics
Safe driving record
Responsible driver
Attention to detail
Clean MVR
Accomplishments
Team leader for media preparations.
Certification
Good manufacturing practices (GMP) and current good manufacturing (CGMP) and ISO certified while working at Eurofins in a lab setting.