Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Forklift certification
Timeline
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Gary Packer

Certified forklift operator
SeaTac,WA
Gary Packer

Summary

Dynamic Metal Shop Floor Coordinator at Stafford Creek Corrections Center, recognized for enhancing employee morale and implementing effective training programs. Demonstrated strong leadership and adaptability while managing operations and optimizing workflow. Skilled in precision cutting and materials handling, consistently ensuring workplace safety and fostering team collaboration for improved performance.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
4
Certification

Work History

Stafford Creek Corrections Center

Metal Shop Floor Coordinator
09.2017 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

  • Assisted in staff training for consistent performance standards across all team members.
  • Achieved high levels of employee morale through recognition programs, open communication channels, and team-building activities.
  • Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement and development.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to reduce shrinkage and maintain a secure store environment.
  • Maintained a well-organized floor layout, optimizing merchandise presentation and customer experience.
  • Improved communication between departments by organizing regular meetings and fostering collaborative relationships.
  • Managed daily store operations effectively, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to company policies.
  • Operated hand tools and machines to cut material and achieve proper fit around obstructions.

Correctional Industries

Forklift Operator
04.2001 - 06.2012

Job overview

  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Education

United States Air Force
Albuquerque

On The Job Training from Civil Engineering
09.1990

University Overview

Began operating sit down forklifts in 2001 through 2017. Have certifications for maintaining safety, knowledge, and the use of such forklifts.

Corvallis High School
Corvallis, OR

Graduated
06.1986

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Policy enforcement
  • Sales support
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Strong leadership
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Team collaboration
  • Materials handling
  • Deadline management
  • Task delegation
  • Precision cutting
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Strong organization skills
  • Attentive to detail
  • Confident and positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Self motivation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Adaptability

Certification

Certified forklift operator

Certified production clerk

Certified on multiple fabrication machines

Forklift certification

Available on request

Timeline

Metal Shop Floor Coordinator

Stafford Creek Corrections Center
09.2017 - 03.2024

Forklift Operator

Correctional Industries
04.2001 - 06.2012

United States Air Force

On The Job Training from Civil Engineering

Corvallis High School

Graduated
Gary PackerCertified forklift operator