Mathew Cook
15625 Ne 15th Place Vancouver,WA
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in forklift operation and inventory management at Pac Paper. Enhanced process optimization and equipment safety compliance, achieving a 20% reduction in discrepancies. Proven ability to generate repeat business through exceptional customer service and effective communication. Skilled in materials handling and transport, ensuring efficient shipping and receiving operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Pac Paper
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Dockworker
Anderson Dairy
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
CNC Machine Operator
a and J Custom Cabinets
06.2002 - 08.2003
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
- Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
- Adjusted machine settings to achieve desired results and meet customer specifications.
Asst Manager Detail Department
Saturn of Vancouver
02.2000 - 03.2001
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Education
GED -
Clark College
Vancouver, Washington, WA09-2017
Skills
- Pallet assembly
- Cycle counting
- Equipment safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Shipping and receiving
- Stock rotation
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Materials handling and transport
Timeline
Material Handler
Pac Paper
09.2019 - 01.2021
Dockworker
Anderson Dairy
01.2014 - 11.2016
CNC Machine Operator
a and J Custom Cabinets
06.2002 - 08.2003
Asst Manager Detail Department
Saturn of Vancouver
02.2000 - 03.2001
GED -
Clark College