Laurence Kirk
Batavia,IL
Summary
Dedicated Warehouse team member skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. Strong understanding of OSHA standards and optimal safety guidelines. Hard worker consistently arrives early and stays late to get deadline-oriented jobs complete.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
04.2020 - 11.2023
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and optimize productivity levels.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
Cashier
Shell Gas Station
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Warehouse Worker
Miejer
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new employees, contributing to a cohesive and efficient workforce.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
City Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Improved mail delivery efficiency by optimizing route planning and time management techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate deliveries, adhering to strict schedules and protocols.
- Promoted safety standards by maintaining a clean driving record and following proper vehicle maintenance procedures.
- Navigated various weather conditions while delivering mail, ensuring consistent reliability for customers regardless of external factors.
- Assisted customers in resolving issues related to incorrect mail delivery or missing packages, ensuring prompt resolutions.
- Collaborated with fellow carriers to cover additional routes when needed, supporting team cohesion and effective workload distribution.
- Maintained accurate records of undeliverable mail items, reporting discrepancies to appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Conducted regular inspections of assigned vehicle, identifying potential problems early to minimize downtime due to repairs.
- Managed high volumes of incoming and outgoing mail during peak seasons without compromising quality or timeliness of service provided.
- Handled confidential materials with discretion, upholding legal requirements pertaining to privacy regulations within the postal industry.
Assistant supervisor
Northern Michigan University
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Assign work to employees while ensuring the workplace was a safe and clean environment.
- Streamlined communication between departments for enhanced collaboration and improved overall results.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to ensure a consistent learning experience for new hires.
Head Chef
Kentucky fried chicken
05.2016 - 08.2017
- To maintain sanitary conditions with the restaurant while preparing food throughout the work shift.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service during high-volume periods, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
Team Member
Burger King
02.2016 - 08.2016
- To maintain sanitary conditions within the restaurant while providing excellent customer service.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Provided exceptional support to colleagues by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering teamwork.
- Optimized workflows with proactive problem-solving and process improvements that streamlined day-to-day operations.
Education
bachelors - Mechanical & Electrical Engineering / Computer Science
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MIHigh school diploma -
Chandler Park Academy High School
Harper Woods, MI06.2014
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Task Delegation
- Personnel Management
- Process Improvements
- Handheld Scanner Operation
- Route Navigation
- Load Planning
- Reading Comprehension
- Package Handling
- Product Restocking
- Cash Handling
- Customer Assistance
Affiliations
- Playing Alto Saxophone
- Training Martial Arts
- Archery
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
Technical Support Fundamentals, Google, Jan 22 2023
skills abilities
70 wpm, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power point, Microsoft Excel, Java, C++, HTML, 3, 1, True
community service
- Baptist Church of Christ, Detroit, Michigan, 200
- Native Plant site at Northern Michigan University, Northern Michigan University, 10
- Chandler Park Academy High school, Chandler Park Academy High school, 50
Extracurricular Activities
- Highschool Concert Band- The concert band would perform before the parents, faculty, and students of the school.
- Highschool Marching Band- Band Co-Captain, Saxophone section leader of high school marching.
- Michigan Youth in Government- Students create and submit legislative bills and those that are well written and meet guidelines have a chance to become a law within Michigan.
- Upward Bound Math Science- Students complete assignments during the school year and spend three months over the summer at Northern Michigan University taking classes and if they manage to maintain an 85 throughout all the classes they will be invited to take a one-week vacation to the Florida Keyes, and other awards.
- Black Student Union & Latino Student Union- student run organizations used to help shed light and bridge the gap of cultural differences within the NMU campus.
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
04.2020 - 11.2023
Warehouse Worker
Miejer
10.2019 - 02.2020
Cashier
Shell Gas Station
08.2019 - 04.2020
City Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
03.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant supervisor
Northern Michigan University
09.2017 - 01.2018
Head Chef
Kentucky fried chicken
05.2016 - 08.2017
Team Member
Burger King
02.2016 - 08.2016
bachelors - Mechanical & Electrical Engineering / Computer Science
Northern Michigan University
High school diploma -
Chandler Park Academy High School