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Kaylene Thooft

Alexandria,MN

Summary

I am experienced in material handling, inspections and shipping and receiving. Focused on cost reduction and continual process improvement. Comfortable operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs

Accra
Alexandria, MN
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
  • Assisted in the development of life skills such as communication and mobility.
  • Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
  • Participated and contributed in team meetings to discuss client progress and share information to create new treatment strategies.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.

Materials Distribution Team Member

Alexandria Precision Machine
Alexandria, MN
04.2010 - 12.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
  • Attended staff meetings to stay updated on company policies and procedures.
  • Stacked labeled packages onto pallets and wrapped with shrink wrap to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklifts to move supplies and finished products.
  • Unloaded trucks using pallet jacks, dollies and hand carts.
  • Computer paperwork

Unitizer Operator

Manpower/3M
Alexandria, MN
08.2006 - 04.2010
  • Loaded packaging materials onto machines and ensured that they were properly secured prior to operation.
  • Collaborated with other team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the production line.
  • Stacked finished packages onto pallets for storage or shipment.
  • Trained new employees on proper operation of the Unitizer machine.
  • Placed finished products on skids and wrapped.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Specialist

Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN

Skills

  • Certified forklift operator
  • Good Housekeeping
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to multitask
  • Time management

Timeline

Caregiver, Special Needs

Accra
09.2023 - Current

Materials Distribution Team Member

Alexandria Precision Machine
04.2010 - 12.2023

Unitizer Operator

Manpower/3M
08.2006 - 04.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Specialist

Alexandria Technical College
Kaylene Thooft