Erick Soto
18n621 Woodcrest Ln ,IL
Summary
At Flenders, I spearheaded warehouse efficiency, significantly enhancing productivity by adeptly utilizing forklifts and implementing inventory management systems. My expertise in material handling and my commitment to teamwork led to a safer, more organized work environment. Known for a positive attitude and a proactive approach, I excel in logistics and fostering collaborative success.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Flenders
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Education
Diploma - Regular Ed
Streamwood High School
Streamwood, IL05.2006
Skills
- Material Handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order Picking
- Positive Attitude
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Package handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials handling and transport
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Warehouse Safety
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Material packaging
- Logistics
- Willing to Learn
- Team Collaboration
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Protective Equipment Use
Timeline
Material Handler
Flenders
12.2023 - 09.2024
Diploma - Regular Ed
Streamwood High School
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