Kyle Miller
Ladoga,IN
Summary
Journeyman Laborer experienced in construction site safety, worksite preparation, and material handling. Delivered efficient jobsite operations through effective power tool operation and forklift use. Committed to maintaining organized, hazard-free work areas and supporting timely project completion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Laborer
Local 274
07.2026 - Current
- Assisted with site preparation, material handling, and general labor support for daily operations.
- Carried tools, equipment, and supplies to work areas while maintaining organized, hazard-free spaces.
- Followed safety procedures, PPE requirements, and crew instructions to support compliant work practices.
- Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently to keep workflow moving and reduce downtime.
- Communicated with crew members to complete assigned tasks accurately and on schedule.
- Adapted quickly to changing labor assignments while learning core trade skills and procedures.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Used a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Supported construction activities by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and completing routine labor tasks.
- Cleaned work areas, removed debris, and supported housekeeping standards throughout job sites.
- Collaborated with various trade professionals to ensure seamless coordination of tasks for successful project completion.
- Maximized equipment longevity by performing routine maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tools, techniques, and skills to help meet changing project requirements.
- Acted as an effective problem solver, addressing unexpected challenges in a timely manner and preventing project delays.
Shipping Dock Associate & Metal Worker
Indiana Metal
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Loaded and unloaded steel shipments using forklifts and pallet jacks while maintaining dock safety standards.
- Inspected incoming materials for damage, quantity accuracy, and correct labeling before storage.
- Staged outbound orders by matching parts, packaging requirements, and shipping paperwork.
- Verified bills of lading and shipping documents to support accurate order fulfillment.
- Applied safety procedures when handling heavy metal products and operating dock equipment.
- Assisted with inventory counts and material tracking to support accurate stock records.
- Organized dock areas and storage zones to improve material flow and reduce congestion.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring proper packaging of fragile items before shipment.
Delivery Specialist
Stevensons Furniture Company
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Coordinated furniture delivery routes to ensure timely, accurate customer drop-offs and installations.
- Managed truck loading and securing procedures to prevent transit damage and maintain delivery readiness.
- Inspected merchandise for damage before loading, protecting product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Communicated delivery updates clearly with customers, warehouse staff, and sales teams.
- Assembled and placed furniture in homes according to customer instructions and store standards.
- Resolved delivery issues on-site by adjusting routes, handling access challenges, and documenting exceptions.
- Maintained accurate delivery paperwork, signatures, and product records for smooth order completion.
- Supported safe handling practices by following lifting procedures and proper equipment use during deliveries.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, demonstrating empathy while finding solutions that met their expectations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining a friendly demeanor.
- Adapted to changing schedules or routes as needed, demonstrating flexibility in meeting client needs under tight deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication with clients regarding delivery times and special requests.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate deliveries, resulting in seamless handoffs between drivers.
- Coordinated consistent on-time deliveries of damage-free goods.
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and utilizing GPS tracking systems.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with regular maintenance checks, ensuring optimal functionality and reducing repair costs.
- Maintained strict adherence to delivery schedules, ensuring punctuality and reliability in meeting customer expectations.
- Managed time effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance, maximizing daily productivity levels without compromising quality standards set forth by the company policy guidelines.
- Promoted safe driving at all times by observing all speed limits and keeping abreast of road conditions, weather, and other factors.
- Assisted in warehouse operations for streamlined loading and unloading processes, increasing productivity levels.
Material Handler & Operator
Young and Company Rock Art Design
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Picked, staged, and delivered materials to support timely production schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments using pallet jacks and warehouse handling procedures.
- Received, inspected, and organized materials for rock art design production workflow.
- Verified inventory accuracy and updated stock records for supplies and finished pieces.
- Packaged fragile items carefully to prevent damage during storage and transport.
- Coordinated with production staff to prioritize material flow and reduce delays.
- Maintained clean, safe work areas while following handling and safety requirements.
- Trained new material handlers on storage locations, equipment use, and daily procedures.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain a complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Improved safety standards, conducting thorough inspections of material handling equipment.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Reduced material waste by implementing sustainable handling and packaging techniques.
- Led team in high-demand periods, ensuring all orders were processed on time without compromising quality.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against the packing list.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
Education
GED -
Area 30 Career Center
Greencastle, IN05-2024
Skills
- Construction site safety
- Power tool operation
- Forklift certification
- Formwork construction
- Framing techniques
- Masonry techniques
- Rebar installation
- Scaffolding setup
- Concrete stripping
- Hand tool operation
- Worksite preparation
- Material loading and unloading
- Maintenance and repair
- Power and hand tools
- Hand and power tools
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Forklift certification
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Journeyman Laborer
Local 274
07.2026 - Current
Shipping Dock Associate & Metal Worker
Indiana Metal
01.2026 - 06.2026
Delivery Specialist
Stevensons Furniture Company
07.2024 - 01.2026
Material Handler & Operator
Young and Company Rock Art Design
03.2022 - 07.2024
GED -
Area 30 Career Center