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Gene Prohaska

Cedar Rapids,IA

Summary

Diligent Material Handler offering experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Nordstrom
05.2004 - 11.2023
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.

Security Officer

Lindale Mall
02.2001 - 04.2006
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids, IA
06.1981

Skills

  • Cycle Counting
  • Equipment Safety
  • Delivery Tracking
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Truck Loading and Unloading
  • Paperwork Completion
  • Clean Background Check
  • Equipment Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Pick Ticket Orders

Timeline

Material Handler

Nordstrom
05.2004 - 11.2023

Security Officer

Lindale Mall
02.2001 - 04.2006

High School Diploma -

Jefferson High School

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