Michael Harris
Godfrey,IL
Summary
I have had many different jobs from grocery stores restaurants I have also been an assistant manager for a rent to own store I am a hard worker get along with anybody and everybody I’m looking for a career that I can retire from I love meeting new people I have a lot of experience with customers I have over 10 years of experience with operating forklifts I have 2 1/2 years restaurant experience I have over 40 years of experience dealing with the public.
Organized professional experienced in safely moving materials in high-volume warehouse environments. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping and receiving procedures. Ambitious and hardworking with drive to deliver top-quality results.
Hardworking and observant professional with experience operating and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to moving materials to meet challenging demands and promote team productivity. .
Talented professional with several years in warehouse environments successful at working quickly in fast-paced, demanding settings. Efficient team player and problem-solver. Possessing top communication and conflict resolution skills.
Observant professional with experience supporting material and inventory operations. Practiced in securing large loads to minimize damage. Physically fit and reliable with superior work ethic and commitment to supporting team needs. Trained in warehouse operations and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Total metal recycling
Granite City , Illinois
10.2007 - 07.2010
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Tow Truck Operator
Alton Area towing
Alton , IL
05.2005 - 07.2007
- Inspected tow truck and related equipment for safety and operational efficiency.
- Assisted customers with jumpstarts, tire changes, fuel delivery, lockouts and winch outs.
- Maintained records of service calls and completed work orders.
- Performed routine maintenance on the tow truck such as changing oil, lubricating parts and checking fluid levels.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding services provided by the company.
- Loaded vehicles onto flatbeds or dollies in accordance with safety procedures.
- Transported damaged or disabled vehicles from accident sites to repair shops or other destinations.
- Ensured all necessary paperwork was filled out accurately prior to transportation of vehicle.
- Provided roadside assistance such as jump starts, tire changes, fuel delivery and lockout services.
- Operated light-duty wreckers to transport motor vehicles including cars, vans, trucks and buses.
- Adhered to all traffic laws while operating a tow truck in order to ensure safety of passengers and cargo.
- Utilized appropriate communication techniques when interacting with customers during emergency situations.
- Reported any mechanical issues with the tow truck immediately upon noticing them.
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections of the tow truck according to established guidelines.
- Cleaned the interior and exterior of the tow truck regularly in order to maintain a professional appearance.
- Coordinated closely with dispatch personnel in order to ensure efficient routing of service calls.
- Provided reliable customer service while ensuring that all jobs were completed safely and efficiently.
- Followed detailed instructions from employers and clients in order to complete assigned tasks correctly.
- Ensured that all loads were secured properly before transporting them from one location to another.
- Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Conducted regular vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
Order Filler
Brockmans wholesale
Jerseyville , Illinois
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Received orders and prepared them for shipment by selecting items from shelves, packing boxes, labeling, and loading onto delivery trucks.
- Verified accuracy of order picking by comparing items picked to customer invoices.
- Maintained inventory records of products received and shipped in the warehouse.
- Organized shipments according to size, weight, destination, delivery method, and urgency of order.
- Ensured that all shipping documents were accurate and complete before sending out packages.
- Checked incoming goods against purchase orders to ensure quality assurance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jersey Community High School
Jerseyville, IL07-1994
Skills
- Product Inspection
- Shipment Processing
- Stock allocation
- Inventory staging
- Warehouse picking
- Forklift Operation
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Warehouse support
- General construction
- Shipping and receiving
- Communication and presentation
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Flatbeds and utility beds
- Customer-focused
- Stock Rotation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Forklift Operator
Total metal recycling
10.2007 - 07.2010
Tow Truck Operator
Alton Area towing
05.2005 - 07.2007
Order Filler
Brockmans wholesale
09.2003 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Jersey Community High School
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