Donald Savage
Monongahela,PA
Summary
Dynamic Material Handler with qualifiable experience from prior employment with both Ductmate & Barchemy, exercising inventory management and shipment coordination. Proven ability to enhance warehouse accuracy through effective supply replenishment and team collaboration. Skilled forklift operator committed to safety compliance, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery of materials.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Barchemy
Donora, Pennsylvania
08.2026 - 10.2026
- Loaded and unloaded raw materials for Barchemy production lines.
- Staged ingredients and packaging supplies for daily manufacturing orders.
- Transferred pallets using forklifts and pallet jacks throughout warehouse areas.
- Verified labels, lot codes, and material counts before storage.
- Replenished workstations with needed supplies for ongoing production runs.
- Organized inventory locations to support Barchemy warehouse accuracy.
- Followed safety rules while handling chemicals, ingredients, and finished goods.
- Maintained cleanliness of material storage areas to promote efficiency. and maintained orderly storage spaces.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to meet scheduling requirements.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
Packaging Operator
Barchemy
Donora, Pennsylvania
01.2026 - 08.2026
- Operated packaging equipment for Barchemy product lines.
- Monitored fill levels, seals, and label placement during production runs.
- Cleaned packaging equipment and followed Barchemy sanitation procedures.
- Reported line issues and coordinated repairs with maintenance teams.
- Trained new operators on packaging steps, safety rules, and workplace standards.
- Monitored the quality of products being packaged throughout the process.
- Verified that labels were correctly attached to packages before boxing them up for shipment.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for packaging, equipment operation and inventory management.
- Reported any malfunctions or irregularities to supervisors immediately.
- Followed standard operating procedures during all stages of the packaging process.
- Operated pallet jacks, forklifts, and other manual material handling equipment safely according to company standards.
- Utilized hand tools such as knives, scissors, and tape guns when necessary.
Traffic Control Lead
Southpointe Energy Resources
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Led traffic control crews for Southpointe Energy Resources worksite access and safety.
- Coordinated flagging operations around heavy equipment, haul routes, and active field operations.
- Installed traffic cones, barricades, signs, and detour routes for site protection.
- Monitored vehicle flow near energy project zones and restricted unsafe access points.
- Communicated with supervisors, drivers, and crews about changing traffic conditions.
- Inspected traffic control setups for compliance with company and site safety standards.
- Trained new flaggers on signal use, lane guidance, and hazard awareness.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations involving vehicles or pedestrians.
- Provided guidance to subordinate staff on proper safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensured adherence to local and state regulations governing traffic control operations.
- Assisted in developing training materials for personnel involved in traffic control operations.
- Maintained records of all personnel assigned to traffic control duties.
- Prepared detailed reports on daily activities related to traffic control operations.
- Placed temporary construction signs, arrow boards and variable message boards in work area to facilitate communications.
- Monitored safety requirements, PPE usage and compliance with company standards for team of traffic control technicians.
PRODUCTION WORKER
DMI Industries
Monongahela, PA
05.2020 - 10.2024
- As a production worker I would go on to perform the following actions - Forklift Operations and material handling, cutting Insulation blanket, Using the Ban Saw to cut down materials, Building insulation and ventilation dampers, denesting laser-cut pieces, Banding/building pallets, Building/banding 10' bundle pallets, Processing UPS/FedEx orders, Weighing pallets, Machine wrapping pallets, Driving the transfer truck, and Loading/Unloading transfer truck. I would also operate the following machinery - Seam Welder, Spot Welder, Spot Riveter, Spot Clincher, Heto boot Co-latch, Bending press, plastic strip bander.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
Monongahela, PA
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Customer Service
- Filling prescriptions
- Inventory management
- Documenting sensitive customer information
- Processing transactions
RESIDENT CARE AIDE
Residence at Hilltop
Monongahela, PA
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Handled personal hygiene of convalescents, such as bathing, grooming and getting dressed every morning.
- Listened to and resolved patient concerns.
- Aided families in adjusting to lifestyle changes.
- Collected and maintained client records.
- Followed preorganized schedules for clients and ensured on-time arrival to appointments.
- Administered basic medical necessities and treatments.
RETAIL PARTS ASSOCIATE
Advance Auto Parts
Monongahela, PA
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity.
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs.
- Collaborated with personnel to plan, develop and implement plans for progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies.
- Conducted market research to learn of current trends and to perform sales activities accordingly.
- Contacted existing and new customers to discover their needs and to explain how certain products could be useful to them.
- Contributed to the department's sales initiative, which enhanced the company's revenue by percentage.
- Effectively communicate with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers.
- Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities.
- Employed knowledge of engine parts to make appropriate product recommendations for customers.
- Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements.
KITCHEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ASSISTANT
Mancan Temporary Staffing Employment Agency
Washington, PA
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Cleaned and organized tableware.
- Cleaned customer tables and prepared them for the next customers.
- Interacted and communicated easily with customers, coworkers and management.
- Implemented programs to help team members see eye to eye and defuse stressful situations during high customer rush times.
- Swept and mopped dining areas, food preparation areas, halls and restrooms.
- Trained new employees to help them be efficient and customer service oriented.
- Cleaned and replenished any and all
- Worked efficiently with a team for optimum customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned food preparation areas including equipment.
MAINTENANCE CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
Monongahela, PA
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Conducted troubleshooting to identify malfunctions in site systems. Directed planned and unplanned maintenance.
- Cooperated with a team of maintenance employees and resolved mechanical conflicts. Identified and reduced waste.
- Planned maintenance scheduling for downed systems. Adhered to company standards of departmental operational goals.
- Tracked and managed departmental assets. Supported company operations through comprehensive departmental supervision. Pinpointed waste occurrence in workflow chain.
DISHWASHER
Denny's
Belle Vernon, PA
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using dishwashers or by hand. Clean garbage cans with water or steam. Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas. Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas. Sweep and scrub floors. Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food and supplies.
- Receive and store supplies. Stock supplies such as food and utensils in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars. Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks. Maintaining clean and sanitized hands. Cleaning restrooms and removing trash, waste, and other materials for the area. replacing paper towels, toilet paper, changing station wipes, and toilet seat covers. Maintaining a clean parking lot area. Cleaning and sanitizing food, drink, vomit, and chemical spills.
(Seasonal) RECEIVING ASSOCIATE
Wal-Mart
Belle Vernon, PA
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment. Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials. Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies for reporting, accounting, or record-keeping purposes. Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock. Confer or correspond with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications.
Education
High School Graduate -
PA Cyber Charter School
Midland, PA06-2011
Skills
- Forklift Operator
- Inventory staging
- Pallet jack handling
- Forklift operation
- Supply replenishment
- Shipment coordination
- Stock rotation
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Materials handling and transport
Timeline
Material Handler
Barchemy
08.2026 - 10.2026
Packaging Operator
Barchemy
01.2026 - 08.2026
Traffic Control Lead
Southpointe Energy Resources
05.2025 - 12.2025
PRODUCTION WORKER
DMI Industries
05.2020 - 10.2024
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
05.2019 - 07.2020
RESIDENT CARE AIDE
Residence at Hilltop
02.2016 - 12.2018
RETAIL PARTS ASSOCIATE
Advance Auto Parts
04.2015 - 03.2016
KITCHEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ASSISTANT
Mancan Temporary Staffing Employment Agency
08.2014 - 02.2015
MAINTENANCE CREW MEMBER
McDonald's
01.2014 - 09.2014
DISHWASHER
Denny's
09.2012 - 11.2012
(Seasonal) RECEIVING ASSOCIATE
Wal-Mart
04.2012 - 06.2012
High School Graduate -
PA Cyber Charter School