KIERSTEN TURNER
Poplar Bluff,MO
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Gates Rubber Company
09.2024 - Current
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes, and other equipment.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Department Head/Associate
Boomgaars
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided guidance and support to team members on daily tasks, projects and initiatives
- Implemented new technologies into existing systems based on industry best practices
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while supervising work environment conditions
- Customer Service
- Assembly of new products
- Collaborated with other departments on cross-functional projects to meet organizational objectives
- Drafted, implemented and monitored policies and procedures for department operations
- Directed special projects as needed, delegating responsibilities among team members accordingly
- Forklift operator
- Pallet Jack operator
Cook/Server
Hayden's BBQ
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment
- Customer Service
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness
- Adhered to safety protocols at all times while preparing meals for customers
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods
- Inspected kitchen equipment regularly for proper functioning; reporting any issues immediately
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries from guests or other departments
Education
High School Diploma -
Neelyville, Neelyville05.2024
Skills
- Customer Service
- Technical Proficiency
- Adaptability
- Task Delegation
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Documentation And Reporting
- Good Judgment
- Continuous Improvement
- Effective Communication
- Written Communication
- Rules and regulations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Staff Training
- Multitasking Abilities
- Product restocking
- Goals and performance
- Flexible Schedule
- Relationship Building
- Safety and Security
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Work instructions
- Staging and sorting
- Loading dock procedures
- Inventory transactions
- OSHA regulations
- OSHA training
- Materials handling
- Safety and quality standards
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Gates Rubber Company
09.2024 - Current
Department Head/Associate
Boomgaars
08.2022 - 09.2024
Cook/Server
Hayden's BBQ
01.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
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