Open To Work
Matthew Petrauskas
Lake Havasu City,AZ
Summary
Experienced warehouse operator skilled in forklift operation, inventory management, and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous quality inspections and effective materials handling, contributing to streamlined warehouse operations.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Worker
928 Steel
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with inventory using forklifts.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for production.
- Monitored inventory levels on shop floor to prevent stockouts and support seamless operations.
- Organized backroom storage area for easy access to merchandise when needed.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damages or discrepancies to uphold quality standards before stocking.
- Sanded surfaces, removed imperfections and applied chemicals to prepare for painting.
- Drove company vehicles to transport tools, equipment and supplies to and from work sites.
- Operated equipment and tools in full accordance with safety procedures.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
Yard Foreman
Havasu Iron & Metal
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
01.2013 - 04.2025
- Supervised yard operations ensuring efficient material handling and storage.
- Managed inventory levels and organized materials for easy access.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for quality assurance.
- Communicated with drivers for timely pickup and delivery of materials.
- Investigated any discrepancies between physical counts and computer records.
- Inspected materials for defects or damage prior to loading onto trucks or railcars.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse, ensuring timely availability for order fulfillment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with inventory using forklifts. Able to unload 80,000 tons of steel in 30 minutes.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Completed forklift training and certification per company policies.
- Received incoming shipments; verified quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during the order fulfillment process.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Maintained yard appearance, ensuring clean and clear grounds to promote safety and accessibility.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Built relationships with contractors and do-it-yourselfers to enhance customer satisfaction and encourage repeat business.
Rigger
Canyon State Crane
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
05.2010 - 01.2013
- Coordinated comprehensive rigging plans for complex lifting operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Developed plans for hoisting objects safely into place using appropriate rigging techniques.
- Identified and assessed potential hazards related to crane and rigging operations, enhancing workplace safety.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards when performing lift operations.
- Followed safety regulations to minimize workplace hazards.
- Coordinated with other trades personnel to ensure smooth operations during projects.
- Planned and prepared rigging for performances, executing timely changes to maintain operational flow.
Field Operations Supervisor
Mansel Welding
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
01.1988 - 01.2010
- Oversaw inventory of welding supplies and tools, ensuring availability for field teams.
- Controlled inventory levels of products and materials for field operations, maintaining optimal supply.
- Enhanced communication flow between field teams and office personnel, supporting operational efficiency.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with inventory using forklifts. Able to unload 80,000 tons of steel in 30 minutes.
- Transported freight and stock between storage, production areas, and loading docks to support operations.
- Checked incoming shipments for proper quantity, condition, labeling accuracy, and adherence to purchase order specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Havasu High School
Lake Havasu City, AZ05-1986
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse safety preparation
- Inventory management
- Inventory transport
- Warehouse organization
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Materials handling
- Supply chain logistics
- Hand-eye coordination
- OSHA training
Timeline
Shop Worker
928 Steel
10.2025 - 01.2026
Yard Foreman
Havasu Iron & Metal
01.2013 - 04.2025
Rigger
Canyon State Crane
05.2010 - 01.2013
Field Operations Supervisor
Mansel Welding
01.1988 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Lake Havasu High School