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Jacob Bestich

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Productive Warehouse Associate with forklift certification and over 5 years in warehouse-based logistics. Detail-oriented with extraordinary problem-solving abilities. Skilled in receiving freight, shipping and maintaining and tracking inventory.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Material Handler

Subaru Automotive of Indiana
06.2020 - Current
  • Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
  • Performed detailed evaluations on incoming materials to detect any potential damages or defects.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
  • Safely operated forklift to transport shipments within facility.
  • Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
  • Safely maneuvered stock using lift equipment in high bay areas and around the facility.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks, while utilizing forklifts to move heavy packages and items.

Material Handler

CTI Personnel
11.2018 - 06.2020
  • Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
  • Performed detailed evaluations on incoming materials to detect any potential damages or defects.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
  • Safely operated forklift to transport shipments within facility.
  • Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
  • Safely maneuvered stock using lift equipment in high bay areas and around the facility.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks, while utilizing forklifts to move heavy packages and items.

Manager

Jimmy Johns
08.2017 - 10.2018
  • Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to maintain positive relationships with guests.
  • Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss performance issues and provide feedback.

Senior Cook

Colts Training Facility
05.2016 - 01.2017
  • Prepared meals for large groups according to established recipes, standards and menus.
  • Coordinated with other cooks to ensure timely delivery of meals during peak hours.
  • Managed food waste by ensuring unused ingredients were stored properly or disposed of safely.
  • Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
  • Supervised kitchen staff on the proper use of kitchen equipment and safety procedures.

General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2015 - 05.2016
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
  • Developed efficient staff work schedules and delegated tasks to team members based on their skills and strengths.

Assistant General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2014 - 11.2015
  • Managed daily operations of the store, including scheduling and supervising staff.
  • Managed and mentored staff to carry out operational directives with high productivity and accuracy.

Service Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
07.2014 - 10.2014
  • Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to discuss customer feedback, process improvements, and operational objectives.

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2014 - 07.2014
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.

Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2013 - 04.2014
  • Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
  • Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kankakee Valley High School
Wheatfield, IN

Skills

  • Certified forklift operator
  • Tugger Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Loading and unloading
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Incident Reporting
  • Warehouse Organization
  • PPE Policy Adherence
  • Assembly and production
  • Equipment Inspections
  • Material storage
  • Health Code Compliance
  • Talent Development
  • Food Safety
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Employee Retention
  • Inventory Management
  • Labor Management
  • Cost Control

Certification

Forklift Certification

Tugger Certification

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Material Handler

Subaru Automotive of Indiana
06.2020 - Current

Material Handler

CTI Personnel
11.2018 - 06.2020

Manager

Jimmy Johns
08.2017 - 10.2018

Senior Cook

Colts Training Facility
05.2016 - 01.2017

General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2015 - 05.2016

Assistant General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2014 - 11.2015

Service Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
07.2014 - 10.2014

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2014 - 07.2014

Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2013 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Kankakee Valley High School
Jacob Bestich