Kyle Johnson
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Resourceful Shipping Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, logistics coordination, and regulatory compliance. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Outbound shipping specialist/ forklift operator
Blue Buffalo Co
Olathe, KS
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated shipping schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Managed inventory levels to support shipping operations effectively.
- Assisted in preparing shipping documentation and labels for orders.
- Inspected outgoing packages to ensure compliance with required specifications.
- Scheduled trucking services for local deliveries within specified time frames.
- Performed periodic maintenance checks on equipment used for loading and unloading cargo.
- Developed relationships with vendors who provide specialized services such as customs clearance or hazardous materials handling.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping processes.
- Communicated with carriers to arrange pickups and track shipments.
- Provided customer service by answering questions regarding shipping procedures and policies.
- Operated forklift to load and unload cargo from trucks and containers.
- Maintained records of incoming and outgoing shipments, including weight, contents and destination points.
Assembler/Auto Mechanic
Honda Performance Team/ Maersk Shipping Logistics
Edgerton, KS
11.2022 - 08.2025
- Assembled automotive components following detailed specifications and blueprints.
- Operated various hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Reported any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors immediately.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling materials and operating machinery.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Inspect finished products for defects and conformance to customer requirements.
- Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
- Applied protective coatings such as paint or powder coating after finishing welds.
- Cleaned and prepared metal surfaces for powder coating application using sandblasting equipment.
- Prepared surfaces for powder coating by sandblasting, degreasing and cleaning with solvents.
- Organized storage shelves for parts awaiting powder coating.
Landscaping Crew Leader
Galvanized Lawn &Landscaping
Greenwood, MO
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Supervised daily landscaping operations and managed crew activities.
- Trained team members on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Coordinated project schedules and ensured timely task completion.
- Inspected job sites for quality control and adherence to standards.
- Assisted in selecting plants, materials, and tools for projects.
- Communicated with clients to address needs and preferences effectively.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine checks and repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired various small engine issues on equipment and vehicles.
- Performed routine maintenance on lawn mowers, chainsaws, and generators.
- Performed diagnostics and repairs on a variety of small engines, including lawn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws and leaf blowers.
Mechanic
Heartland Motors Sales And Service
Raytown, Missouri
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance on various vehicle models and systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Repaired engines, brakes, and electrical systems following industry standards.
- Communicated with customers to explain service needs and recommendations.
- Assisted in training new mechanics on safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and workflows.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
Tire and Lube Technician
KC Tire Group
Raytown, Missouri
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Inspected vehicles for tire and fluid needs.
- Performed tire rotations and installations efficiently.
- Conducted oil changes following safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and tools.
- Assisted customers with service recommendations and inquiries.
- Calibrated tire pressure to manufacturer specifications.
- Collaborated with team members on service tasks.
- Documented services performed for customer records.
- Balanced wheels using a computerized wheel balancer machine.
- Performed oil changes, lube jobs, filter replacements, and other minor maintenance services on customer vehicles.
- Checked all fluid levels including engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid and windshield washer solvent.
- Operated lifts in order to raise vehicle off ground for access underneath it.
- Inspected tires and checked tire pressure to ensure proper inflation levels.
- Ensured that shop area was clean at all times including floors, walls, tools and equipment.
- Tested batteries in order to determine their state of charge.
- Assisted customers by providing advice on the selection of appropriate new tires.
- Lubricated moving parts by injecting grease into springs, universal joints and steering knuckles using hand or compressed-air powered grease gun.
- Monitored inventory of parts, equipment, and supplies needed for tire repair work.
- Replaced worn or damaged tires with new ones according to manufacturer specifications.
- Repaired punctures and patched tubes as needed.
Welder
KC Tire Group & Heartland Motors
Raytown, Missouri
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components for automotive applications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine welding specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment and safety procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery for optimal performance.
- Followed all safety protocols to minimize risks during welding operations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
Order Picker
LKQ of Kansas City
Kansas City, Kansas
01.2018 - 11.2023
- Operated order picking equipment to gather parts for customer orders.
- Inspected incoming inventory for quality and accuracy before storage.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Followed safety protocols while handling materials in the warehouse environment.
- Maintained organized work areas to promote a tidy and efficient workspace.
- Utilized warehouse management system to track inventory levels and locations.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks with precision and care for items.
- Assisted in training new employees on order picking processes and equipment usage.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.
- Utilized scanning equipment for picking, packing and shipping orders.
- Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
- Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.
- Confirmed items picked for orders by keying codes into system.
- Carried or transported orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment.
Wheel repair
R&R Tire and Wheel
Gladstone, MO
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Performed tire repairs, including patching and plugging, as well as wheel balancing and alignment.
- Repaired flat tires, replaced worn brake pads and chains.
- Conducted routine maintenance services on various makes and models.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
Farm Hand
Tiretown of Leavenworth Kansas
Leavenworth, KS
11.2016 - 11.2020
- Operated farming equipment for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the farm facilities and tools.
- Assisted in animal care, feeding livestock, and monitoring their health.
- Collaborated with team members to manage daily farm operations effectively.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
Plumber Pipefitter
Smith and Loveless
Overland Park, Kansas
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Installed and repaired piping systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely project completion.
- Conducted routine maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent failures.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installations.
- Trained junior plumbers on safety practices and plumbing techniques.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using troubleshooting methods and tools.
- Replaced broken drain lines using appropriate materials such as copper tubing or PVC piping.
- Diagnosed problems with plumbing systems by listening for leaks; inspecting exposed pipes; testing pressure gauges; running diagnostic tests.
- Installed and maintained water supply systems, including pumps, valves, piping, tanks, fixtures, and other related equipment.
- Assembled valves and hangers for new installations and repaired existing ones.
Education
Certificate - Welding
ATS of Kansas City Kansas
Kansas City, KS 11.2015 - 11.2015
Shawnee Mission North
Overland Park, KansasSkills
- Inventory management
- Shipping coordination
- Shipping documentation
- Forklift operation
- Quality inspection
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Vendor relations
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Hazardous materials
- Package handling
- Engine rebuilding
- Brake inspection
- Diagnostic testing
- Preventive maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Customer relationship management
- Parts ordering
- Attention to detail
- Repairs
- Troubleshooting
- Vehicle test drives
- Piping installation
- Pipe welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Plumbing maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Training and coaching
- Welding techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Outbound shipping specialist/ forklift operator
Blue Buffalo Co
09.2025 - Current
Wheel repair
R&R Tire and Wheel
07.2023 - 08.2023
Landscaping Crew Leader
Galvanized Lawn &Landscaping
01.2023 - 01.2025
Assembler/Auto Mechanic
Honda Performance Team/ Maersk Shipping Logistics
11.2022 - 08.2025
Mechanic
Heartland Motors Sales And Service
03.2021 - 12.2024
Tire and Lube Technician
KC Tire Group
03.2021 - 12.2024
Welder
KC Tire Group & Heartland Motors
03.2021 - 12.2024
Order Picker
LKQ of Kansas City
01.2018 - 11.2023
Farm Hand
Tiretown of Leavenworth Kansas
11.2016 - 11.2020
Plumber Pipefitter
Smith and Loveless
11.2016 - 12.2017
Certificate - Welding
ATS of Kansas City Kansas
11.2015 - 11.2015
Shawnee Mission North