Karl Davis
Assembly Worker
Oak Park,MI
Summary
Dynamic Material Handler with proven expertise at Quality-Metalcraft, adept in inventory management and optimizing warehouse operations. Recognized for enhancing productivity through effective forklift operation and fostering teamwork. Committed to maintaining safety standards and achieving quality assurance, ensuring timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Quality-Metalcraft
05.2017 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- 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.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Reduced material waste by implementing sustainable handling and packaging techniques.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by organizing inventory efficiently, leading to quicker retrieval times.
- Assisted in development of just-in-time inventory system, reducing overstock and associated costs.
- Implemented barcode system for inventory management, streamlining tracking process.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues swiftly and maintaining positive relationships.
- Enhanced teamwork and morale with regular, hands-on training sessions for new hires.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels to prevent stock outages, conducting weekly inventory audits.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Increased customer satisfaction by accurately and promptly processing orders.
- Coordinated disposal of obsolete materials, ensuring environmentally friendly practices.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, suggesting several process enhancements.
- Enhanced security measures, conducting regular checks to prevent loss or damage to inventory.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Led team in high-demand periods, ensuring all orders were processed on time without compromising quality.
- Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely shipment of products, reducing delivery delays.
- Improved safety standards, conducting thorough inspections of material handling equipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
Quality Control Inspector
Martinrea
02.2008 - 01.2017
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure more favorable terms for bulk material purchases.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- 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.
Service Technician
Kaufmann Windows
04.1996 - 10.2007
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure more favorable terms for bulk material purchases.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Skills
Stock rotation
Pallet jack operation
Material handling
Material identification
Package handling
Warehouse organization
Production deadline management
Teamwork and collaboration
Shipping documentation
Warehouse operations
Process management
Incident reporting
Equipment safety
Forklift operations
Inventory management
Material packaging
Loading and unloading
OSHA compliance
Truck loading and unloading
Material audits
Warehouse safety
Forklift operation
Customer service
Assembly and production
Pulling and staging
Shipping and receiving
Good housekeeping
Production reporting
Regulations compliance
Workplace cleanliness
Order picking
Attention to detail
Stock management
Materials handling and transport
Clean background check
Load verification
PPE policy adherence
Heavy lifting
Equipment operation
Optimizing efficiency
Hand trucks and dollies
Production support
Production scheduling
Pick ticket orders
Project management
Quality assurance inspections
Paperwork completion
Delivery scheduling
Positive attitude
Manufacturing
Materials management
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Hand tool proficiency
Verbal and written communication
Manual handling
Hazard prevention
Equipment maintenance
Risk assessment
Material stacking
Proper tool selection
Certified forklift operator
Process optimization
Stock allocation
Goods transport
Material storage
Inventory reporting
Barcode scanning
Shipping operations
Pallet assembly
Material transactions
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Relationship building
Multitasking Abilities
Health and safety compliance
Standards compliance
Timeline
Material Handler - Quality-Metalcraft
05.2017 - 05.2025
Quality Control Inspector - Martinrea
02.2008 - 01.2017
Service Technician - Kaufmann Windows
04.1996 - 10.2007
Murray Wright High School - High School Diploma, Mathematics