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Kevin Kerekes

Mendota,IL

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Order Filler

UNFI
07.2023 - Current
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays.
  • Built pallets and positioned orders on loading dock to safely pile and ship goods.
  • Maintained tidy and organized warehouse environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to transport orders and prepare for shipment delivery.
  • Verified product quantity and quality to determine accuracy of orders and reduce errors.
  • Inspected machinery and equipment to determine functionality and performance.
  • Safeguarded products in storage to protect from spills and damages
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.

Vice President

Precious Ferals Sanctuary Inc.
08.2020 - Current
  • Handles the daily maintenance of facilities.
  • Practices Trap-Neuter-Return and Transports cats to and from appointments.
  • Skilled worker who builds homes and feeding stations for animals in need.


Receiving Associate

Petsmart D.C.
12.2010 - 08.2023
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Recorded regular progress and issues with products.
  • Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
  • Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
  • Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Utilized forklift to transport pallets of goods to and from warehouse.
  • Unloaded and unpacked incoming shipments to facilitate orders and verify accuracy of contents.
  • Properly labeled and stored goods in safe area to provide identification and avoid losses.
  • Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve potential incoming shipment issues.
  • Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.

Lead Line Cook

Norway Store
04.2009 - 06.2021
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.

Education

GED -

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
08.2011

Skills

  • Palletizer safety
  • Product numbering
  • Warehouse safety
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Quality control
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Teambuilding
  • Problem-Solving
  • Manhattan Software Proficiency
  • Spoilage prevention
  • Food processing
  • Plates presentation
  • Kitchen organization
  • Food assembly
  • Safe food handling
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Portioning
  • Food rotation
  • Garnishing
  • Institutional and batch cooking
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Menu planning
  • Supply Management
  • Cooking
  • Vendor liaison
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Deep frying
  • Kitchen equipment sanitation
  • Grill management
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Food inspection

Timeline

Order Filler

UNFI
07.2023 - Current

Vice President

Precious Ferals Sanctuary Inc.
08.2020 - Current

Receiving Associate

Petsmart D.C.
12.2010 - 08.2023

Lead Line Cook

Norway Store
04.2009 - 06.2021

GED -

Illinois Valley Community College

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