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Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Kenneth Roberts

208 Oscar Ave,IL

Summary

Reliable Warehouse Worker with experience operating reach truck,slip truck,clamp truck,electric power jack,fork truck. drove truck for 9 years and trained drivers to get ready to start driving on their own. Done 8 yrs in the Army National Guard with a Honorable Discharge . Knowledgeable with Computers.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Truck Operator

Ryder Integrated Logistics
Wilmington, IL
08.2020 - 09.2022

Operate claw machine , load trucks ,unload trucks, pallet picking,

  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Transported merchandise loads or pallets using forklift.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.

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Waste Management
Aurora, IL
05.2014 - 03.2020

Picking up trash and recycling on designated route in Joliet and Aurora Caterpillar.

Recycling Acetone . Staying up with certifications of Hazardous Materials, haz-waste. Doing a daily checklist of all 90day Hazardous material and waste.

Loader And Unloader

Herman Miller
07.2012 - 01.2014

Inbound/reciever

NewellRubbermaid
Greenfield, IN
10.2010 - 07.2012
  • Unloaded and received product with RF unit. Wrapped and restacked pallets and check for damaged after receiving would also put away pallets into racks.

Truck Driver

D M bowman
07.2008 - 08.2010
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
  • Reported delays, accidents and other traffic and transportation situations to other drivers by using telephones and mobile two-way radios.
  • Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents.

Truck Driver

Clm frieghtline
10.2005 - 06.2008
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Tracked daily logs to meet DOT regulations and financial paperwork to meet tax and other financial responsibilities.
  • Recorded miles driven, packages delivered and signatures accumulated to appropriately maintain daily logbook.

Truck Driver

Stevens transport
09.2000 - 10.2005
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.

Spotter

SpotOn
Elwood, IL
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Strengthened team performance by assisting colleagues in understanding hand signals and other communication methods essential for safe spotting practices.
  • Improved overall spotting efficiency by actively participating in training sessions focused on new equipment usage guidelines and best practices for signal communication techniques.
  • Increased efficiency by maintaining clear lines of communication between lifting equipment operators and ground personnel.
  • Reduced accidents through vigilant monitoring of the worksite, identifying potential hazards and taking corrective actions promptly.
  • Consistently met deadlines through diligent work ethic and effective prioritization of tasks.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by conducting regular inspections of rigging equipment and reporting any issues immediately.

TCC Clerk/trainer/lead

Kenco
Morris, IL
01.2023 - Current
  • Promoted a positive work environment, fostering strong teamwork among clerks through group training sessions and team-building activities.
  • Assisted employees in setting personal performance goals, then provided consistent guidance on how to reach these objectives successfully.
  • Mentored junior trainers on effective instructional techniques and methodologies, elevating the quality of our entire training program collectively.
  • Enhanced workplace productivity with streamlined training processes and clear communication of expectations.
  • Enabled swift adaptation to new software systems by providing thorough technology-focused instruction for all staff members as needed.
  • Implemented effective time management strategies within the team by teaching prioritization techniques during training sessions.
  • Collaborated closely with management to identify areas needing improvement in current training methods, leading to continuous enhancements in our approach.
  • Reduced errors in daily operations by providing detailed guidance on company procedures and policies for all trainees.

Education

High School Diploma - math

Greenfield Central High School
Greenfield, In
1990

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Lifting cargo
  • Lifting 60 lbs
  • Able to unload shipments
  • Able to work independently
  • Comfortable with repetitive motions
  • Excellent physical health
  • Hard working and self motivated
  • Knowledge of safe warehouse practices
  • Multi-tasker
  • Class-A driver
  • 3-axel tractor
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Delivery experience
  • Effective communication skills
  • Excellent personal hygiene
  • Great attitude
  • knowledgeable on computer of software and Autogatehouse
  • Knowledgeable with Prime, Sap and Autogatehouse

Affiliations

OOIDA

Accomplishments

Protective Services

  • Applied safety procedures and policies as outlined in Department Safety Manual.

Responsible for careful handling of all merchandise to avoid damage.Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships and containers tractors and other equipment.Preventative Maintenance

  • Kept forklift operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.

Used propane forklift to load trailer at warehouse.Prepared pallets by following prescribed stacking arrangement and properly tagging pallets.Properly utilized warehouse equipment and tools to increase productivity, efficiency, and safety.

Timeline

TCC Clerk/trainer/lead

Kenco
01.2023 - Current

Spotter

SpotOn
09.2022 - 01.2023

Forklift Truck Operator

Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2020 - 09.2022

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Waste Management
05.2014 - 03.2020

Loader And Unloader

Herman Miller
07.2012 - 01.2014

Inbound/reciever

NewellRubbermaid
10.2010 - 07.2012

Truck Driver

D M bowman
07.2008 - 08.2010

Truck Driver

Clm frieghtline
10.2005 - 06.2008

Truck Driver

Stevens transport
09.2000 - 10.2005

High School Diploma - math

Greenfield Central High School
Kenneth Roberts