Cody Hastings
Kendallville,IN
Summary
Warehouse Technician experienced in optimizing operations and managing shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks. Achieved improvements in order fulfillment times and inventory accuracy through strong organizational skills and teamwork. Committed to delivering exceptional service and adapting to fast-paced environments while maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Silgan Plastics
Ligonier, Indiana
06.2019 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within the warehouse, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Conducted inventory checks to uphold accurate stock levels, preventing disruptions in supply chain.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently for timely processing.
- Organized warehouse materials by work order, enhancing retrieval speed and accuracy.
- Inspected and tested equipment prior to use in order to ensure safety compliance.
- Changed batteries for forklifts and trains using hoists to move batteries from the vehicles to the rack, and back from the rack to the vehicles.
- Used forklifts to stage orders onto pallets and organized them to be ready for shipment.
- Operated stretch wrap machine to securely package orders for shipment. for orders that needed to be stretch wrapped
Utility Worker
Silgan Plastics
Ligonier, Indiana
11.2010 - 06.2019
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained clean, organized and fully stocked work areas for maximum efficiency.
- Organized tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.
- Gathered and removed trash, debris and liquid waste.
- Operating a trash compactor.
- Discarded defective or damaged equipment following procedures.
- Wore appropriate clothing, erected barricades and signage and used proper equipment and tools.
- Inspected finished work for quality and customer requirements.
- Completed work orders accurately documenting services provided or repairs made.
- Put together skids, by tying, taping, and stretch wrapping skids.
- Operated hand trucks to move glob boxes to designated areas.
Finisher
Silgan Plastics
Ligonier, Indiana
08.2010 - 11.2010
- Inspected finished products for defects and consistency before packaging.
- Inspected products for defects in workmanship or materials prior to completion.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products for defects.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline finishing processes and workflows.
- Trained new employees on finishing techniques and equipment operation.
- Trained new employees on finishing techniques and safety practices.
- Monitored employees by inspecting work for accuracy, quality and throughput.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of finishing area.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace to promote safety.
- Handled delicate items with care during finishing stages.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Cook
Pizza Hut
Ligonier, Indiana
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Prepared pizzas and other menu items following company recipes and standards.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver efficient service during peak hours.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and health standards consistently.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations during shifts.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Managed food inventory to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Assisted in creating daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and fryers, safely and effectively.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Ligonier, Indiana
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Delivered pizzas to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Managed delivery routes to optimize travel time and fuel efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy and quality.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain positive relationships.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Handled cash transactions and processed customer payments accurately.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine maintenance checks.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
Education
West Noble High School
Ligonier, INSkills
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Warehouse organization
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy lifting
- Barcode scanning
- Warehouse safety
- Loading and unloading
- Storage organization
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Work order following
- Task prioritization
- Handheld scanners
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Customer service
- Safety procedures
- Multitasking
- Warehouse tool operation
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Industrial Truck Driving Permit
Accomplishments
- Received the Lead by Example Award.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Silgan Plastics
06.2019 - Current
Utility Worker
Silgan Plastics
11.2010 - 06.2019
Finisher
Silgan Plastics
08.2010 - 11.2010
Cook
Pizza Hut
09.2008 - 09.2010
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
09.2008 - 09.2010
West Noble High School