Allen Battles
Grand Rapids
Summary
Skilled order selector with background in warehouse operations and efficient order fulfillment. Familiarity with safety protocols, inventory management systems, and advanced picking strategies. Strengths include quick decision-making, physical endurance, accuracy, and teamwork. Contributed to overall operational efficiency by maintaining smooth workflow and reducing errors in previous roles.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Order Selector
Bunzl Distribution
Grand Rapids
09.2020 - Current
- Selected and organized products for accurate order fulfillment.
- Operated warehouse equipment to streamline order processing.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular checks and updates.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding inventory shortages or discrepancies.
- Attended company safety meetings to maintain knowledge of new and important information.
- Executed the picking, packing, shipping, and unloading of goods in an efficient manner.
- Assisted other personnel in the loading and unloading process if needed.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating material handling equipment.
Material Handler
Lacks Enterprises Inc.
Grand Rapids
04.2016 - 08.2020
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently for inventory management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage locations.
- Assisted in inventory counts to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards and risks.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Amway
Lowell
06.2012 - 03.2016
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and safely.
- Loaded materials into machines for production runs following safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment use and assembly techniques.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of production outputs and machine settings daily.
- Set up and operated production machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
- Performed daily maintenance of machines to ensure smooth running.
- Trained new staff members in the use of production machinery and safety protocols.
- Performed necessary quality checks on finished products before shipment.
Packer Operator
NK manufacturing
Grand Rapids
10.2008 - 05.2012
- Operated packing machinery to prepare products for shipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during packing processes.
- Inspected products for quality before packaging and labeling.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the packing area.
Quality Inspector
Perrigo
Kentwood
02.2005 - 03.2008
- Inspected products for quality compliance and safety standards.
- Documented inspection results and maintained detailed reports.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control procedures and tools.
- Communicated findings to management for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assessed finished items for defects and ordered reworks to eliminate irregularities.
- Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Order fulfillment
- Inventory management
- Warehouse equipment operation
- Data entry
- Picking and packing
- Material handling
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Forklift operation
- Pallet arrangement
- Merchandise restock
- Packing and wrapping
- Mentoring and training
- Barcode scanning
- Pallet jack operation
- Warehouse navigation
- Order picking and processing
- Boxing and labeling
- Goal oriented
- RF scanning devices
- Product location
- Workplace safety
- Workload priorities
- Heavy lifting
- Quality control
- Picking accuracy
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet wrapping
- Reliable and punctual
- Order picking
- Pallet jack usage
- Warehouse safety
Timeline
Order Selector
Bunzl Distribution
09.2020 - Current
Material Handler
Lacks Enterprises Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2020
Machine Operator/Assembler
Amway
06.2012 - 03.2016
Packer Operator
NK manufacturing
10.2008 - 05.2012
Quality Inspector
Perrigo
02.2005 - 03.2008
Grand Rapids Community College