Karlos Barber
Philadelphia,PA
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Worker
ShopRite
Philadelphia, PA
06.2013 - 02.2024
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards in food preparation.
- Operated ovens and mixers proficiently for diverse bakery items.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining accurate stock levels of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team to streamline production processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Monitored product quality and freshness, addressing any discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive and productive work environment, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Reduced waste by efficiently managing inventory and rotating products to ensure freshness.
- Ensured consistent quality by adhering to strict food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines throughout all stages of production.
- Demonstrated versatility within the role by performing various tasks such as decorating cakes, preparing doughs, mixing batters, and baking pastries as required for business needs.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Machine Operator
Tastykake
Philadelphia, PA
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely resolution and minimizing downtime.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced waste.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Conducted routine maintenance on high-speed packaging equipment, preventing unexpected downtime.
Warehouse General Laborer
Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse
Edgewater, NJ
03.2003 - 02.2005
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to transport materials efficiently throughout warehouse.
- Conducted inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper handling of goods to prevent damage.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order picking processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to comply with safety standards.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments with care to prevent damage to products or packaging materials.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Maintained punctuality and reliability in attendance, contributing to overall team success in meeting deadlines and goals.
- Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes, and balancing weight.
- Enhanced workplace safety through regular equipment inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring proper handling of goods during transportation within the warehouse.
General Laborer
USF Logistics
Philadelphia, PA
01.2001 - 02.2004
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety compliance and operational efficiency.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight, ensuring accurate placement of items for optimal workflow.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
- Followed safety protocols diligently, contributing to a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
Education
High School Diploma - N/A
William Penn
Philadelphia, PA05-1994
Skills
I have skill and forklift operation and pallet jack operation
Timeline
Bakery Worker
ShopRite
06.2013 - 02.2024
Machine Operator
Tastykake
05.2006 - 06.2008
Warehouse General Laborer
Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse
03.2003 - 02.2005
General Laborer
USF Logistics
01.2001 - 02.2004
High School Diploma - N/A
William Penn