Michael Alvard
La Crosse,WI
Summary
Detail-oriented professional well-versed in managing movement of goods in, out and around warehouses. Showcases strong attention to detail, remarkable work ethic and solid problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Offering many years of dynamic shipping and distribution experience.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipper
Mettalics
Price, Utah
09.2026 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded shipments using safe handling techniques.
- Packaged products according to company standards and procedures.
- Operated warehouse equipment to facilitate shipping processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shipping area.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking outgoing shipments.
- Collaborated with team members to meet shipping deadlines efficiently.
- Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding shipment discrepancies and issues.
- Packaged items securely using appropriate materials such as bubble wrap, foam, paper and tape.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
- Generated labels for shipping containers according to company standards.
Forklift Operator
City Brewery
La Crosse, WI
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated forklifts to move materials within the brewery facility.
- Conducted daily safety checks on equipment before usage.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks efficiently and safely.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of stored products.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during shifts.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries at worksite.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse layout for optimal workflow.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Northwest Hardwoods Inc.
Onalaska, WI
04.1995 - 09.2018
- Processed incoming shipments and verified accuracy of received items.
- Managed inventory levels and organized warehouse storage efficiently.
- Prepared outgoing orders for shipment and coordinated logistics with carriers.
- Inspected products for quality assurance before shipping to customers.
- Maintained accurate shipping records and updated inventory management systems.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline shipping and receiving operations.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and proper handling techniques.
- Communicated with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in orders received.
- Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Operated computers to access information related to shipping activities.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, dusting, mopping.
- Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
- Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Coached new staff preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
- Inspected outgoing packages for damage before sealing them up for shipment.
- Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
- Prepared documentation to track and report on damaged or missing items.
- Utilized RF scanners to track movements of inventory within the warehouse environment.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Prepared invoices for customers, ensuring accuracy prior to shipment.
- Researched discrepancies between physical count of items versus inventory system reports.
- Managed hazardous material documentation requirements when preparing orders for shipment.
- Received incoming shipments and verified contents against packing slips.
- Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
Education
Boystechnical And Trade High School
Milwaukee, WiSkills
- Shipment packaging
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Shipper
Mettalics
09.2026 - Current
Forklift Operator
City Brewery
08.2024 - 09.2025
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Northwest Hardwoods Inc.
04.1995 - 09.2018
Boystechnical And Trade High School