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Ferdinand Serrano

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Energetic Inventory Specialist eager to support team objectives and contribute to business success. Open and clear communicator specializing in merchandising, tagging and display set-up.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Frozen Inventory Specialist

Meijers Warehouse
Kenosha, WI
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.
  • Conducted periodic inventories and physical counts of product supplies.
  • Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of products.
  • Utilized barcode scanners to quickly update inventories in the system.
  • Identified obsolete or slow moving items for disposal or sale at discounted prices.

Forklift Operator

Tachen International Inc
Pleasant Prairie, WI
07.2018 - 07.2022
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.

Order Picker

BrightStar Information Technology Group
Libertyville, IL
07.2014 - 07.2018
  • Completed paperwork related to order picking tasks accurately and promptly.
  • Completed shipping paperwork, attached appropriate labels and scanned barcodes for tracking.
  • Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
  • Carried or transported orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Performed regular cycle counts of inventory levels in assigned areas.
  • Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

EMCO
North Chicago, IL
06.2010 - 07.2014
  • Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
  • Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
  • Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
  • Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Apollo San Antonio School, Vega
San Antonio
06-1983

Skills

  • Shipping Coordination
  • Discrepancy Resolution
  • Material Handling
  • Loss Prevention
  • Data Management
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Recording Shipments
  • Process Implementation

Certification

  • Forklift License

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Frozen Inventory Specialist

Meijers Warehouse
07.2022 - 07.2023

Forklift Operator

Tachen International Inc
07.2018 - 07.2022

Order Picker

BrightStar Information Technology Group
07.2014 - 07.2018

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

EMCO
06.2010 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

Apollo San Antonio School, Vega

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