LATOYA GATER
Taylor,MI
Summary
Hardworking Warehouse Associate with excellent materials handling, storage management and shipment preparation skills. Experienced in picking orders, assembling pallets and preparing containers. Delivers accurate inventory counts and maintains detailed warehouse records.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to transport products between warehouse aisles.
- Organized stock on shelves according to predetermined sequence.
- Verified accuracy of orders prior to loading onto delivery trucks.
- Checked inventory levels and restocked shelves as needed.
- Utilized RF scanner guns to retrieve items from storage locations throughout the facility.
- Recorded item numbers and quantities picked on pick sheets or computer terminals.
- Prepared documents related to shipment such as bills of lading and invoices accurately.
- Monitored expiration dates when selecting items for order fulfillment purposes.
- Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
- Used RF scanner to pick items from bins and complete orders.
- Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
- Confirmed items picked for orders by keying codes into system.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Material Handler /Assembly Line Worker
Neapco Drivelines
Belleville, MI
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
- Operated lift equipment to safely move stock in and out of high bay areas and around premises.
- Logged unit quantities and entered data into inventory database.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
- Monitored inventory levels and informed management when additional supplies were needed.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
- Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
- Packaged finished products and prepared boxes, containers and pallets for shipment to distribution centers.
- Performed quality checks on products to ensure they met company standards.
- Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded parts into machines for processing.
- Maintained accurate records of production output, scrap rates, and other data.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding production goals and objectives.
Quality Control Inspector
Watson eng
Taylor, MI
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
- Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
- Analyzed data from process control systems to identify trends in product quality.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
- Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Selected samples for use as test models.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crossroads
Elfrida, AZ06-2008
Skills
- Operations Supportass
- Product Assembly
- Production Reporting
- OSHA Compliance
- Safety Procedures
- Quality Control
- Supply Chain Distribution
- Machinery Operations
- Quality Inspections
- Manufacturing
- Visual Inspections
- Manufacturing Experience
- Logistics
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
01.2023 - Current
Material Handler /Assembly Line Worker
Neapco Drivelines
03.2019 - 12.2022
Quality Control Inspector
Watson eng
01.2013 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Crossroads