LaTanya Gafeney
Elgin,IL
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.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sit down forklift operator
RJW Logistics
Romeoville, IL
02.2026 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded RJW trucks, trailers, and outside carriers to facilitate efficient transportation.
- Staged, checked, and loaded shipments accurately to ensure compliance with shipping requirements.
- Recorded and verified shipment accuracy against paperwork for incoming and outgoing deliveries, enhancing inventory management.
- Operated handheld RF equipment to scan inventory and track shipments.
- Lift up to 50lbs.
Customer Service Associate
The Home Depot
Waterloo, IA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Sought customers' needs and provided tailored assistance.
- Processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Processed checkout and return transactions efficiently.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product order status.
Assembly Worker
John Deere
Waterloo, IA
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Assembled parts and components for engines and cabs to meet production specifications.
- Reviewed and followed detailed work instructions to ensure accuracy.
- Utilized hand and power tools for assembly and maintenance tasks.
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient movement.
- Assisted and supported team members during projects to enhance workflow and collaboration.
Skilled Operator
General Mills
Cedar Rapids, IA
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Operated forklift to transport materials efficiently across warehouse, maintaining safety standards.
- Supported production, packing, and processing operations to meet daily targets.
- Participated in startup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal downtime.
- Troubleshoot problems with machinery and collaborate with maintenance staff.
- Assist in training new employees.
Warehouse Specialist
Nordstrom Distribution Center
Cedar Rapids, IA
04.2015 - 08.2018
- Picked items for orders to support warehouse operations.
- Audited, processed, assembled, packed, and shipped inventory and orders with accuracy.
- Quality oriented with 99% of no errors.
- Repetitive bending, reaching, standing, walking and lifting 50lbs boxes.
- Resolved customer issues to enhance satisfaction.
Screen Printer
The Powers Manufacturing Company
Waterloo, IA
12.1995 - 09.1998
- Operated and maintained screen printing equipment, ensuring production of high-quality prints.
- Collaborated with design team to interpret artwork and prepare screens for efficient printing.
- Conducted quality checks on printed materials, ensuring consistency and adherence to specifications.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, IAHigh school diploma - undefined
East High School
Waterloo, IASkills
- Forklift operation
- Safety procedures
- Shipment verification
- Order fulfillment
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Time management
Certification
- National Career Readiness Certificate Bronze, 2013-11-01, Present
- Forklift Certification, 2022-09-01, 2026-09-30
- Customer Service Professional Certificate, 2018-08-01, 2018-12-31
Timeline
Sit down forklift operator
RJW Logistics
02.2026 - Current
Customer Service Associate
The Home Depot
05.2025 - 08.2025
Assembly Worker
John Deere
09.2022 - 06.2024
Skilled Operator
General Mills
09.2020 - 07.2022
Warehouse Specialist
Nordstrom Distribution Center
04.2015 - 08.2018
Screen Printer
The Powers Manufacturing Company
12.1995 - 09.1998
High school diploma - undefined
East High School
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ellsworth Community College