David Hofer
Sweet Home
Summary
Skilled in various aspects of distribution and material handling, including inventory control, order fulfillment, and logistic coordination. I have experience with maintaining efficient warehouse operations ensuring timely and safe delivery of products to clients. My strengths include team collaboration, working alone, time and task management, and using problem-solving skills to complete the tasks that are given to me. I contribute to the company i work for not just with my own work ethic but to help those around me as well.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Weyerhaeuser
Lebanon, OR
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated heavy machinery to support production processes efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure safe operations.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain workplace safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance activities.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Assisted in meeting customer deadlines with timely preparation, packaging, and dispatching of finished goods from the mill site.
Distribution Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
Lebanon, OR
07.2020 - 05.2025
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with workplace regulations and standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues promptly to prevent workflow disruptions.
- Analyzed distribution methods, suggesting improvements that enhanced productivity in daily operations.
- Enhanced order accuracy by conducting thorough quality checks before shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely using appropriate equipment, minimizing risk of injury or accidents.
- Reduced product damage during transportation by implementing proper packaging procedures.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by taking on additional responsibilities during peak periods or as needed to support overall team objectives.
- Utilized power equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Stayed flexible during shift to adapt to changing work conditions
Inventory Clerk
Safeway Grocery
Sweet Home, OR
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage, and documented variances.
- Assisted in physical inventories, verifying counts against existing records for improved accuracy in reporting data.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments regarding inventory needs and adjustments, leading to better overall efficiency in operations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to warehouse safety regulations and guidelines.
- Supported purchasing department by verifying stock levels before placing orders for new items.
- Filled the stores order and helped keep product on the sales floor
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School
Cupertino, CASkills
- Equipment operations
- Safety compliance
- Loader operation
- General labor
- Following instructions
- Proficient with manual floor jack, power floor jack, bobcat skid loader, bobcat ride behind, Crown 5500 stand up electric(forklift and clamp attachments),Hyster sit down forklift, and the Kalmar DCG 100
- Hazardous materials procedures
- Materials movement
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- OSHA compliance
- Decision-making
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Weyerhaeuser
08.2025 - 09.2025
Distribution Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
07.2020 - 05.2025
Inventory Clerk
Safeway Grocery
01.2018 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School