Chris Blackburn
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with four years of experience working in busy face-paced environments. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level tech/front desk position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Warehouse Material Handler
Giant Eagle
12.2023 - Current
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Amazon.com
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Sorted packages efficiently and accurately
- Operated forklift, pallet jacks & large machinery safely and responsibly
- Managed inventory and maintained organized work area.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 80 pounds.
Sales – Team Lead - Manager
Synaptic
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted in training and interviewing new staff members.
- Increased sales revenue by implementing targeted sales strategies and team training sessions.
- Expanded sales revenues by identifying opportunities and executing customized marketing plans.
- Developed high-performing sales teams through regular coaching sessions, skill development workshops, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive team culture by encouraging open communication channels, celebrating successes, and recognizing individual achievements.
Team Lead
Swagelok
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Assembled and tested various products to meet production requirements and quality control standards.
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Amazon.com
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Selected and scanned packages accurately for shipment
- Operated forklift and other machinery for sorting and packaging
- Demonstrated reliability and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Clark and Rubber
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Manufactured automotive components for major companies such as Toyota
- Operated forklift and machinery efficiently and followed safety protocols
- Worked long hours in demanding environments to meet production goals.
Crew Member
McDonald’s
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Executed various tasks including food preparation, cashiering, and cleaning
- Maintained high standards of customer service and satisfaction
- Adapted quickly to new roles and responsibilities.
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Clark and Rubber
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Manufactured automotive components for major companies such as Toyota
- Operated forklift and machinery efficiently and followed safety protocols
- Worked long hours in demanding environments to meet production goals.
Education
Cyber Security
Case Western Reserve
Cleveland, OH03.2024
High School Diploma -
Euclid High School
Euclid, OH01.2021
Skills
- Analysis Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Heavy Hitting
- Leadership
- Computer Skills
- Assembly
- Manufacturing
- Web Server Management
- Linux Networking
- Linux Security
- Hand Tools
- Sales
- Supervising Experience
Certification
- Comptia Security + Training - 6 - 12 months
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator/Warehouse Material Handler
Giant Eagle
12.2023 - Current
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Amazon.com
07.2023 - 12.2023
Sales – Team Lead - Manager
Synaptic
08.2022 - 07.2023
Team Lead
Swagelok
05.2021 - 08.2021
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Amazon.com
01.2021 - 05.2021
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Clark and Rubber
05.2020 - 12.2020
Crew Member
McDonald’s
12.2019 - 12.2020
Warehouse Associate / Material Handler
Clark and Rubber
06.2019 - 08.2019
Cyber Security
Case Western Reserve
High School Diploma -
Euclid High School
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