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John Gorleski

John Gorleski

Goodyear,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and self-motivated professional with extensive experience in warehousing. Proven track record in warehouse operations and CDL A driving, excelling in order fulfillment and logistics management. Recognized for attention to detail and effective communication, consistently achieving team goals while ensuring safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver/Dispatcher

USAF
Abilene, Texas
02.1975 - 02.1979
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections and performed basic maintenance checks to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize delivery routes and enhance.
  • Transport crews to aircraft.
  • Use of staff cars, 29 Pax Buses, 5 Ton wreckers, 5 Ton Tractors / 40 ft flatbed trailers.
  • Dispatch specific vehicles according to base needs.
  • Implemented best practices for load securing, reducing risk of damage during transport.
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service Dyess AFB
Abilene, Texas
04.1979 - 05.1983
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations as well as company policies related to warehousing activities such as storage conditions, safe handling procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to warehousing operations.
  • Use of Manual and electric pallet Jacks and sit-down forklifts for unloading OTR trucks, use of hand scanners for daily receiving and inventory.

Warehousing Worker

DECA Commissary / Civil Service Williams AFB
Chandler, AZ
08.1983 - 09.1994

Use of forklifts, manual and electric pallet jacks, hand scanners for in checking OTR trucks and local deliveries. Inventory stock.

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service Hahn AB Germany
Hahn, Germany
11.1986 - 11.1988

Use of manual and electric pallet jacks, Stand up stock selectors, sit down forklifts for unloading OTR Truck deliveries, in check pallets and storage of items once released.

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service
Clovis, NM
01.1989 - 06.2012

Use of manual and electric pallet Jacks, sit down forklifts, stand up stock selectors, use of hand scanners for in checking merchandise of OTR trucks and daily deliveries.

  • Operated forklift to efficiently transport goods within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout work areas to promote a safe environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes and enhance productivity.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.

CDL A OTR Truck Driver

Logiflex
Chicago, Illinois
08.2013 - 12.2024

CDL Class A OTR 48 State Driver

Drive 73 ft Tractor-Trailer delivering loads like Dry, Chill, Frozen and HazMat to various customers.

Maintaining timely deliveries according to loads dispatched.

Pre and Post Trip plus maintaining truck maintenance as needed according to maintenance schedules.

Maintain Safe driving practices.

Apply tire chains when required according to climate changes.

Secure loads with load locks.

Drop and hook trailers when needed.

Adjust tandems to assure axles are within weight limits.

Education

GED -

Seton High School
Chandler, AZ
05.1974

Some College (No Degree) - Math And Physics

Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Everest College
Mesa, AZ

Skills

  • Packaging and labeling
  • Picking and packing
  • Self-motivated and disciplined
  • Cleaning and organizing
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Order picking
  • Clear communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Material handling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

CDL A OTR Truck Driver

Logiflex
08.2013 - 12.2024

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service
01.1989 - 06.2012

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service Hahn AB Germany
11.1986 - 11.1988

Warehousing Worker

DECA Commissary / Civil Service Williams AFB
08.1983 - 09.1994

Warehouse Worker

DECA Commissary Civil Service Dyess AFB
04.1979 - 05.1983

Driver/Dispatcher

USAF
02.1975 - 02.1979

GED -

Seton High School

Some College (No Degree) - Math And Physics

Mesa Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Everest College