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Daniel West
Chanhassen,MN
Summary
A little bIt about me Is that I have been working in a consistent manufacturing setting for 6 years now. i am experienced in various aspects of the warehouse and production. During my career at pepsi i have been trained in many different positions such as order selector, forklift operator, production operator, sanitation, janitorial. i was also trained in first aid so that i would be able to assist anyone in need of emergency care.
as a supervisor at UNFI i was required to manage 100+ employees on a daily basis, handle their kronos punches and attendance, use excel spreadsheets/sessions to manage all the inbound and outbound trailers to make sure my loaders were getting the product out on time and my receivers were bringing it in the facility on time. as well as to check all the best buy dates on the product before receiving it.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
Burnsville, MN
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Operated forklifts to move products efficiently throughout warehouse.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded deliveries, maintaining organization in storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and warehouse protocols.
- Assisted in cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI, United Natural Foods
Hopkins, MN
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Supervised daily warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and efficiency standards.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing delivery schedules and minimizing delays.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for inventory management and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing operational costs.
- Monitored inventory levels, conducting regular audits to maintain accuracy and prevent stock discrepancies.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Body Weld Engineer
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
San Antonio, TX
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and optimized resource allocation.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques for structural integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes, reducing downtime.
- Inspected completed welds for quality compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Warehouse Order Selector
PepsiCo
Burnsville, MN
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently transport products within warehouse.
- Selected and packaged customer orders accurately for timely dispatch.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and adjustments.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues to maintenance for prompt resolution.
- Exceeded daily performance metrics by consistently meeting or surpassing established picking goals and standards.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying each picked item against the pick list.
- Increased productivity by quickly locating and picking items using a handheld scanner for barcode verification.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaska Highschool
Chaska, MNSkills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse organization
- Truck loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy lifting
- Materials handling
- Pallet jack operation
- Workplace cleanliness
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Hand-eye coordination
- First aid training
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Staff management
- Quality checks
- Stock audits
- OSHA compliance
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Certified forklift operator, PepsiCo - have had this official certification since last year.
- Certified scissor lift, PepsiCo - last year
- first aid Training - last year
Interests
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
01.2024 - 02.2026
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI, United Natural Foods
02.2021 - 12.2023
Body Weld Engineer
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
04.2020 - 12.2020
Warehouse Order Selector
PepsiCo
04.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Chaska Highschool