Dwayne Houston
Decatur,IL
Summary
Efficient professional in material handling and logistics, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks quickly without compromising safety. Skilled in operating a variety of industrial trucks, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and tractors with precision. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator/Order Picker
Caterpillar
Decatur, Illinois
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Deli Clerk
Walmart
Decatur, IL
04.2019 - 01.2023
- Responded to customer questions regarding product availability.
- Inspected labels on deli products to verify accuracy of pricing.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Trained new employees on proper handling of food, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
MacArthur HighSchool
Decatur, IL05-2018
Skills
- Assembly and production
- Shipping assistance
- Supply chain distribution
- Work order processing
- Materials handling
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Assembly line experience
- Scheduling
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Heavy lifting
- Valid Driver's license
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexible schedule
Timeline
Forklift Operator/Order Picker
Caterpillar
01.2023 - 10.2024
Deli Clerk
Walmart
04.2019 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
MacArthur HighSchool