Frank Reyes
Chicago,IL
Summary
I'm extremely hard working and adaptive individual who strives to be the best at everything he does.
Dedicated with strong work ethic and background in training and coaching others. Knowledgeable in troubleshooting methods to alleviate loading issues.
Cooperative Forklift Operator with 20 years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Hardworking Machine Operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks.
Self-motivated Successful in collaborating with consultants, area leaders and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Scale Operator / Purchaser
South Shore Recycling
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored and adjusted process variables to ensure product specifications were met.
- Recorded data from scales, gauges, meters, and other instruments in logbooks or computer databases.
- Performed daily equipment inspections and maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts.
- Maintained accurate records of all production processes including materials used, waste produced, and quality control results.
- Operated several types of weighing systems according to established procedures for verifying weights of products being processed.
- Calibrated scales on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of measurements taken.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when operating machinery or working around hazardous materials.
- Troubleshooted mechanical problems associated with scale operation.
- Checked incoming shipments against packing slips for accuracy in quantity and type of items received.
- Reported any issues encountered during shift directly to supervisor.
- responsible for safely and efficiently weighing ferrous and nonferrous scrap materials in and out. Providing customer service to customers
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Carl Budding and Company -
South Holland, IL
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Was responsible for setting up all lines and areas with parts products and materials needed for production and maintaining the material or products necessary to assure production runs smoothly throughout the day.
- Pull and verify materials and supplies on production orders.
- Maintain in-process inventory at work areas by delivering or opening products for line and or department leads.
- Keep loading areas and machinery clean.
Certified Forklift Operator
Linc
Hammond, IN
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Leveraged skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Unload check and scan in all materials while simultaneously loading set materials and scanning them into the proper trucks for the various different Walmart locations allocated
Floater
First America Metal Corporation
Morris, IL
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Operated Baler as well as Shredder
- Order Preparation
Plant Manager/Operations Manager
Intercon Solutions
Chicago Heights, IL
11.2005 - 04.2014
- Developed preventative maintenance program for plant operations.
- Identified and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
- Monitored daily operations of the plant, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Prepared monthly reports on operational performance indicators.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to develop new processes for better quality assurance.
- Managed budgeting and forecasting activities related to plant operations.
- Analyzed data from factory automation systems to identify areas of improvement in production line efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding plant operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
- Evaluated employee job performance and provided feedback as needed.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the plant.
- Scheduled routine maintenance activities for all machinery used in production processes.
- Organized team meetings to discuss operational issues or changes in procedure.
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Accountable for recycling department and facility for P&L, safety, and environmental duties
- Tech Dump safety and environmental policies, procedures, and programs (inc.EPA, OSHA, MPCA, etc.)
- Provide business and technical leadership necessary to ensure both the recycling department and facility meet and/or exceed goals in success areas (safety, cost, customer service, health/safety/environment, etc.).
- Analyze production reports with KPIs in a timely manner to track department progress.
- Ensure materials are stored as expected and organized for smooth material flow.
- Hiring and employee development.
- The lawful execution of recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and terminations, working with the Training Manager to ensure participants are set up for positive results.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Operations Manager
Baltic Bakery
Chicago, IL
10.1998 - 09.2005
- Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations overseeing bakery staff, managing the inventory, resolving customer complaints, maintaining financial records, and hitting sales goals.
- Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
- Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping
- Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
- Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
- Monitor operations and trigger corrective Actions
- Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop plant staff
- Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
- Developed systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
- Address employees’ issues or grievances and administer collective bargaining agreements
- Stayed up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts
Education
Morton East High
Cicero, IL05.1999
Skills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Document Management
- Equipment Inspection
- Safety Requirements
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Money Handling
- Merchandise Stocking
- Records Review
- Loss Prevention
- Self-Directed
- Product Inspection
- Materials Handling
- Materials Movement
- Inventory Staging
- Warehouse Support
- Staging and Sorting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Documentation
- RFID Systems
- Equipment Operations
- Staff Management
- Route Optimization
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Space Planning
- Logistics Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- RF Scanner
- Forklift Operator
- Machine Operator
Timeline
Scale Operator / Purchaser
South Shore Recycling
02.2022 - 05.2022
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Carl Budding and Company -
12.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Forklift Operator
Linc
05.2021 - 12.2021
Floater
First America Metal Corporation
04.2014 - 05.2016
Plant Manager/Operations Manager
Intercon Solutions
11.2005 - 04.2014
Operations Manager
Baltic Bakery
10.1998 - 09.2005
Morton East High