Christopher Clay
Lompoc,CA
Summary
Proven warehouse and custodial professional with a track record of enhancing efficiency and cleanliness at Chumash Casino & Resort. Excels in forklift operation and inventory management, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Successfully achieves significant improvements in workspace safety and operational workflows, leveraging abilities in heavy lifting and clear communication to support team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Attendant
Chumash Casino & Resort
Santa Ynez, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Kept work areas clear of trash and debris, effectively minimizing accidents and maximizing output.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to identify areas for optimization within the warehouse processes.
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment through regular inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as data entry, documentation upkeep, and report generation when necessary.
- Operated various material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining inventory systems.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
Custodian
Walmart
Lompoc, CA
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Contributed to positive first impressions with meticulous upkeep of entrance areas and walkways.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Maintained cleanliness in high-traffic areas, contributing to positive public image of facility.
Dishwasher, Prep Cook
Hitching Post 2
Buellton, CA
10.2015 - 12.2021
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storing cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal, and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
Warehouse Worker, Mover
AL&S Inc.
Lompoc, CA
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Supported customer satisfaction efforts through prompt resolution of delivery issues.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Optimized storage space, rearranging items to better utilize available square footage.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Associate In Science - Administration of Justice
Allan Hancock College
Lompoc, CASkills
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse organization
- Pallet jack handling
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jacks
- Order pulling
- Inventory management
- Barcode scanning
- Materials cutting
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organizing
- Multitasking and organization
- Picking and packing
- Clear communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Heavy lifting
Certification
Food Handlers Certified until 2025
Forklift Certified for 3 years as of 2024
Timeline
Warehouse Attendant
Chumash Casino & Resort
05.2024 - Current
Custodian
Walmart
09.2022 - 12.2023
Dishwasher, Prep Cook
Hitching Post 2
10.2015 - 12.2021
Warehouse Worker, Mover
AL&S Inc.
03.2013 - 01.2015
Associate In Science - Administration of Justice
Allan Hancock College