Glenna Smith
Bardstown,KY
Summary
Driven professional with a proven track record at Sazerac Distillery, adept in forklift operation and warehouse safety. Excelled in roles requiring precision in material handling and fostering team collaboration. Demonstrated exceptional ability to enhance warehouse efficiency and product quality, ensuring compliance with OSHA guidelines. Skilled in conflict resolution and promoting a positive work environment, significantly contributing to team and organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Casefeeder/Forklift Operator
Sazerac Distillery
Bardstown, KY
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Team Leader
Magna Seating
Shepherdsville, KY
04.2012 - 04.2022
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
Quality Control Technician
Tower Automotive
Bardstown KY
07.1996 - 04.2012
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bardstown High
Bardstown, KY05.1984
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Warehouse Operations
- Safety awareness
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
Additional Information
* Compassionate Friends
* March of Dimes
*Suicide Awareness Advocate
Certification
2006: Certified Nursing Assistant
BLS/CPR certified July 2022
Timeline
Casefeeder/Forklift Operator
Sazerac Distillery
04.2022 - Current
Team Leader
Magna Seating
04.2012 - 04.2022
Quality Control Technician
Tower Automotive
07.1996 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Bardstown High