Chely Peterson
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable individual with 20+ years in the manufacturing industry seeking to obtain a lead warehouse operator position. Qualified in overseeing daily operations, process improvement, and employee training. Strong focus on workplace safety and mentoring, ensuring optimal team productivity and efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Drive Team Lead
Utilimaster
Kansas City, MO
12.2023 - Current
- Oversee daily team operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational procedures.
- Mentor team members, foster skill development and enhance overall productivity.
- Coordinate cross-functional communication between departments to optimize the efficient movement of units to be upfitted.
- Train new drive team members
- Transport drive team members to and from multiple locations to collect vehicles that are then transported to specific lots.
- Coordinate with supervisor any damage or maintenance needs and/or issues that arise daily.
- Scan unit VIN numbers to keep track of lot locations
Delivery Driver
Instacart
Kansas City, MO
01.2019 - Current
- Shop and deliver groceries efficiently to customers, ensuring timely and accurate service.
- Navigate routes using GPS technology to maximize delivery speed and minimize delays.
- Communicate effectively with customers regarding order status and delivery updates.
- Manage multiple deliveries simultaneously, maintaining organization and focus under pressure.
Caretaker for Mother
Self-employed
Kansas City, MO
10.2015 - 11.2018
- Managed daily care routines for my mother ensuring her comfort and safety.
- Oversaw medication management, ensuring compliance with prescribed regimens.
- Served as the primary caregiver for my mother, including coordinating transportation to medical appointments and managing care needs.
- Provided compassionate care and assisted with daily tasks such as meal preparation and personal grooming.
Material Handler
Harley Davidson Assembly Plant
Kansas City, MO
02.2000 - 09.2015
- Operated sit-down forklift, stand-up forklift, reach truck and tugger to transport materials efficiently throughout assembly lines.
- Loaded completed motorcycles onto outbound trailers and unloaded raw inventory
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring accurate tracking of parts and materials for production schedules using RF scanner and AS400
- Applied 5S workplace organization principles to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient production area.
- Picking and replenishment of all assembly line parts daily
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced material handling time.
- Assisted in quality control by inspecting incoming parts for defects before assembly integration.
- Collaborated with team leads to streamline material flow, minimizing downtime during assembly operations.
- Developed standard operating procedures that improved consistency in material handling practices across shifts.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Adhered to all OSHA rules and regulations
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School
Kansas City, MOSkills
- Production tracking
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Delegating tasks
- Workflow enhancement
- Workplace safety
- Attention to detail
- Supervising teams
- Team collaboration
- Workforce engagement
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Drive Team Lead
Utilimaster
12.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
Instacart
01.2019 - Current
Caretaker for Mother
Self-employed
10.2015 - 11.2018
Material Handler
Harley Davidson Assembly Plant
02.2000 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Oak Park High School