Leon Quince
Glenn Heights,TX
Summary
Seasoned Warehouse Worker and team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills with training in basic equipment maintenance. Focused Palletizer with a distinguished understanding of pallet repair and power tool use.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pallet Repairman
Bridgestone
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced repair quality by utilizing proper tools and techniques in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, enabling efficient workflow and hazard reduction.
- Reduced waste by recycling damaged components during the repair process.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to identify causes of persistent issues in pallets, implementing solutions that prevented future occurrences.
- Used nail claws to remove nails from incorrectly nailed pallets.
- Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
- Informed supervisor of equipment malfunction quickly to minimize downtime.
- Manufactured wood pallets and crates with nail guns, table saws and chop saws.
Owner
Everything Green
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners and customers
- Defined strategy and trained staff to manage day-to-day business operations
- Implemented strategies to identify and capitalize on market opportunities
- Independently contracted with companies to provide lawn services such as mowing, cutting trees, and trimming bushes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices for timely completion of projects, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
Forklift Driver/Packer
Georgia Warehouse
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Transported materials and equipment to production work station
- Prevented shortages by updating material counts and placed orders for new material
- Labeled and sorted incoming and outgoing shipments
- Operated a forklift used for transporting or shipping materials.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on forklift equipment, ensuring proper functionality and longevity.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
- Aided in maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments through diligent documentation efforts.
Forklift Driver/Loader
PGL Logistics
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Crew Leader
PFG Landscaping
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance on tools and machinery, resulting in uninterrupted productivity.
- Streamlined crew operations by creating efficient daily work schedules and assigning tasks based on individual strengths.
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing landscaping crews and ensuring timely project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication, understanding their needs, and delivering high-quality results within budget constraints.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Education
Trade school -
Belize Rural High School
06.2010
Skills
- Tree Trimming
- Contract Negotiation
- Mowing
- Lawn Care
- Landscape Maintenance
- Forklift Operations
- Warehouse experience
- Pallet Builder
- Loading and unloading
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Organization
- Shipping and receiving
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Order Fulfillment
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Clear Communication
- Materials handling and transport
Timeline
Pallet Repairman
Bridgestone
09.2023 - 12.2023
Owner
Everything Green
03.2020 - 01.2021
Forklift Driver/Packer
Georgia Warehouse
03.2019 - 02.2020
Forklift Driver/Loader
PGL Logistics
09.2018 - 01.2019
Crew Leader
PFG Landscaping
03.2018 - 08.2018
Trade school -
Belize Rural High School