Michael Dilley
Peckville,PA
Summary
Skilled Warehouse Forklift Operator with background in inventory management, logistics, and safety protocol adherence. Familiarity with warehouse operations and equipment maintenance enhances efficiency and minimizes downtime. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, adaptability in fast-paced environments, and aptitude for maintaining high standards of organization and productivity. Previous work has resulted in improved operational efficiency and optimized workflow processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
Bethlehem, PA
04.2020 - 10.2024
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
- Managed stock rotation ensuring that older stock is used first.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Executive Chef
Cocked
Bethlehem, PA
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
- Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
- Worked closely with purchasing manager to control food costs while maintaining product quality standards.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
- Established a culture of safety in the kitchen by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff regarding reservations and table management.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
AmeriCold Logistics
Bethlehem, PA
03.2011 - 11.2015
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of product onto trucks using a forklift.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
Education
Associate of Science -
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY01-1989
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley Regional High School
Frenchtown, NJ06-1986
Skills
- Shipment Receiving
- Truck loading and unloading
- Materials Handling
- Barcode scanning
- High Rack Storage
- Order Picking
- Forklift Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Warehouse Safety
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc.
04.2020 - 10.2024
Executive Chef
Cocked
11.2015 - 03.2020
Warehouse Forklift Operator
AmeriCold Logistics
03.2011 - 11.2015
Associate of Science -
Culinary Institute of America
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley Regional High School