James Peterson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seasoned Yard Lead with solid background in overseeing yard operations. Experience includes coordinating tasks, managing team members, and ensuring safety standards. Strong skills in leadership, organization, and problem-solving. Previous work has shown positive impact on operational efficiency and workflow optimization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Lead
Tristate cut stone
Wilmette, Illinois
07.2024 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality or delivery issues promptly.
- Ensured all orders were accurately filled and loaded onto trucks for delivery.
- Performed regular inspections of the yard area to identify hazards or areas needing improvement.
- Monitored yard equipment usage and maintenance schedules to maximize efficiency.
- Managed daily yard operations, including unloading and loading of trucks, inventory control, and safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Provided training for new employees on safe operating practices in the yard.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Analyzed inventory reports to determine stock levels needed to meet customer demands.
Warehouse Worker Area Lead
Kilcoy Global Foods
Mundeline, IL
07.2018 - 02.2024
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Monitored temperature and humidity levels in warehouse.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
Assistant Head Cook
Whales fish and chicken
Chicago, IL
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Directed daily tasks to other cooks including assigning duties, monitoring progress, and providing feedback when necessary.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all ingredients used in production.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen personnel based on restaurant needs.
- Maintained open communication with front-of-house staff members regarding orders placed by guests.
- Checked temperature of ovens and grills to ensure they were at correct temperatures prior to use.
- Established portion sizes and monitored the amount of food served during meal times.
Landscaping Crew Member
Utermark And Sons Quality Lawn Care
Chicago Heights, Illinois
04.2013 - 08.2016
- Maintained landscape features such as trees, shrubs, flowers, turf grasses, and ground covers.
- Provided support in the construction of decks, fences, retaining walls and other structures related to landscape design.
- Operated mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment to maintain lawns and gardens.
- Transported materials between job sites including plants, soil amendments and other supplies needed for completion of projects.
- Checked hoses and connections for leaks prior to use at each job site.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about services offered or providing advice on how best to maintain their landscapes.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Aurora High
Aurora Illinois08-2021
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Order fulfillment
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Logistics coordination
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team building
- Pallet jacks
- Machine operation
- Material loading and unloading
- Good communication
- Continuous improvement
- Attention to detail
- Yard management
- Picking and packing
Timeline
Yard Lead
Tristate cut stone
07.2024 - Current
Warehouse Worker Area Lead
Kilcoy Global Foods
07.2018 - 02.2024
Assistant Head Cook
Whales fish and chicken
07.2017 - 01.2018
Landscaping Crew Member
Utermark And Sons Quality Lawn Care
04.2013 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
West Aurora High