DAKOTA WILLIS
Bakersville,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented candidate experienced in manufacturing and production environments. Possesses a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently to complete projects in a timely manner. Skilled in operating state-of-the-art machinery, performing quality control inspections, and managing safety protocols.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Sibelco, SchoolHouse
Spruce Pine, NC
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored supply levels and reordered stock as necessary to avoid shortages or excess.
- Prepared parcels for mailing, including labeling, wrapping and sorting packages according to size and weight.
- Performed material handling processes to improve delivery accuracy and productivity.
- Compiled reports on daily operations such as number of orders filled, shipped items, utilizing computer systems or manual processes as required.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents and promoting a safe working environment.
- Inspected product for freight damage and verified cartons, items and packing slip accuracy.
- Performed regular maintenance on warehouse equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with management team on new initiatives related to warehouse operations.
- Prepared and maintained detailed records of inventory, shipments, and receipts for audit purposes.
- Maintained cleanliness of warehouse premises by sweeping floors and removing debris from dock area regularly throughout shift duration.
- Delivered or routed materials to departments using handtruck, conveyor or sorting bins.
- Implemented lean warehouse principles to reduce waste and improve operational flow.
- Assisted in physical inventories by counting stock items and recording results on designated forms.
- Used vendor knowledge to determine shipping procedures, routes and rates.
Production Operator
Sibelco Crystal
Spruce Pine, USA
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Packed finished goods in proper packaging and barrels, reducing damage during transport
- Carried out production procedures, maximizing efficiency and profits
- Packaged, labeled and sorted products to prepare items for delivery
- Loaded and unloaded products on delivery trucks and secured packages to prevent damages
Teamlead
Altec
Burnsville, USA
03.2016 - 06.2023
- Supervised the daily work of staff to ensure work prioritization and quality
- Mentored and coached team members to ensure successful performance
- Delegated tasks to team members according to project requirements and employee strengths
- Enforced company policies while providing guidance and support as needed, revealing sound judgment and decision-making ability
- Monitored daily operations, utilizing organizational and problem-solving skills to identify areas for improvement
- Reported staff progress, deficiencies, and training needed to management
- Resolved problems and escalated high-level issues to supervisor within established timeframes
- Coordinated with management to prioritize assignments based on current issues and business needs
- Communicated work goals and deadlines to employees to increase productivity and meet project benchmarks
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful completion of projects
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members
- Assumed responsibility for resolving technical issues when required; testifying technical troubleshooting competency
Intern
Unimin School House
Spruce Pine, USA
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Collaborated effectively with a team of interns to complete group projects efficiently
- Organized and maintained filing systems to ensure efficient document retrieval
- Worked independently without direct supervision while following company policies and procedures
Education
Unimin School House
Spruce Pine, North Carolina08.2014
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Decision making
- Time management
- Computer Skills
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Data reporting
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse equipment maintenance
- Warehouse safety
- Inventory transport
- Inventory tracking
- Storage organization
- Warehouse organization
- Forklift operation
- Problem-solving
- Professional demeanor
- Computer literacy
- Safety procedures
- Inventory auditing
Certification
Mobile Equipment (fork lift, scissor lift, and boom lift)
References
- Tim Snell, Altec, Maintenance Lead, (828) 284-2396, timsnell72@outlook.com
- Brandon Riddle, Altec, Manufacturing Technician, (828) 208-9020, brandonriddle23@gmail.com
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Sibelco, SchoolHouse
03.2024 - Current
Production Operator
Sibelco Crystal
06.2023 - 03.2024
Teamlead
Altec
03.2016 - 06.2023
Intern
Unimin School House
06.2014 - 08.2014
Unimin School House
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