David Lystila
Bradley,IL
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Manager at Belson's Steel Center with proven expertise in logistics and team leadership. Skilled in inventory management and conflict resolution, I enhanced operational efficiency and ensured employee safety. Recognized for maintaining a clean, organized environment and fostering strong customer relationships through effective communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Belson's Steel Center
Bourbonnais, IL
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Ensured employee safety and productivity while overseeing operations at New & Used Steel Center.
- Created purchase orders for incoming stock to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Maintained a clean, safe warehouse through regular oversight and organization.
- Organized and dispatched drivers for safe, timely deliveries.
- Managed delivery logistics, including operation of 18 ft flatbed for direct shipments.
- Handled daily customer interactions via phone, email, and walk-in inquiries effectively.
Office Assistant
Belson's Scrap Steel
Bourbonnais, IL
06.2016 - 05.2023
- Coordinated truck dispatch operations while weighing customer materials to ensure accuracy.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies, first aid kits, and personal protective equipment.
- Organized employee uniform records, ensuring compliance with contracts and necessary adjustments.
- Participated in monthly safety meetings to improve workplace safety protocols.
- Assisted with catering for office events while managing file organization and cleaning duties.
- Handled daily operations including phone and email correspondence, cashiering, and payment processing.
Delivery Driver
Busse & Rieck Flowers, Plants and Gifts
Kankakee, IL
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Coordinated timely delivery of flowers, gifts, and various items to customers' homes, businesses, hospitals, or funeral services.
Customer Service / Bartender
Winnie's Gaming Cafe/ Winnie's & Wash
Bradley, IL
01.2014 - 06.2016
- While at Winnie's I was a cashier, stocked inventory, maintained the laundry mat, and tended bar at multiple facilities that the company owned.
Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor
Riverside Health & Fitness
Bourbonnais, IL
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Conducted children's swim lessons and adult private sessions to enhance aquatic skills.
- Lifeguard during open swim hours and private events to ensure safety and compliance.
- Provided individualized instruction in swimming techniques for diverse age groups.
- Monitored pool activities, enforcing safety regulations to prevent accidents.
Education
Associate's - Fine Arts
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL05.2015
High School GED - Bradley, IL
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
Bradley, IL05.2010
Skills
- First aid and CPR certification
- Team leadership
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Excel proficiency
- PowerPoint proficiency
- Customer service expertise
- Interpersonal skills
- Work ethic
- Instructional experience
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Forklift operations
- Inventory and stocking
- Warehouse operations
- Heavy lifting
- Organizational skills
- Creative abilities
- Problem-solving skills
References
- Missy Barman, Manager at Busse & Rieck, (815) 933-2295
- Lisa, Manager at Winnie's Gaming Cafe, (815) 936-9906
- Dave Dillon, Manager at Belson Scrap & Steel, (815) 932-7416
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Some
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Belson's Steel Center
05.2023 - 09.2025
Office Assistant
Belson's Scrap Steel
06.2016 - 05.2023
Delivery Driver
Busse & Rieck Flowers, Plants and Gifts
01.2014 - 06.2016
Customer Service / Bartender
Winnie's Gaming Cafe/ Winnie's & Wash
01.2014 - 06.2016
Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor
Riverside Health & Fitness
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate's - Fine Arts
Kankakee Community College
High School GED - Bradley, IL
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School