Mike Blunk
Component Manufacturing Reaves
Sioux Falls,SD
10
years of professional experience
Results-driven Yard Associate with extensive experience at Component Manufacturing Reaves, excelling in loading and unloading operations. Demonstrated strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, optimizing inventory management and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proficient in forklift operation, consistently meeting performance goals while ensuring safety compliance and efficient material handling.
Work History
Yard Associate
4 Years 6 Months- Experience in every field associated with the yard loading roofs floors walls loose lumber pull orders and inventory. Loading 100 foot trusses and bracing loads to ensure safe transportation.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in organizing stock within the warehouse for optimal accessibility.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure functionality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material handling processes.
- Supported quality control measures during production line operations.
- Provided training to new associates on best practices and safety procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with changes in workload or priorities while maintaining a high level of productivity throughout shifts.
- Optimized loading times for delivery trucks through effective coordination with drivers and warehouse staff.
- Assisted customers with product selection, offering knowledgeable advice on materials and usage.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely assistance and resolving issues professionally.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently meeting or exceeding performance goals in the yard operations area.
- Experience in every field associated with the yard loading roofs floors walls loose lumber pull orders and inventory.
- Experience with multiple different forklifts 70d 40s etcetera
Yard Associate
2 Years 10 Months- Streamlined loading and unloading processes by coordinating with team members and using appropriate equipment.
- Ensured safety compliance, conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Managed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders, and reporting discrepancies promptly to vendors or supervisors as needed.
- Improved inventory management through accurate tracking and documentation of materials.
- Conducted periodic inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels for better order fulfillment.
- Participated in relevant training programs to expand knowledge of industry best practices and improve overall performance as a Yard Associate.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
Production Worker
11 Months- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and consistently.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals effectively.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance to ensure optimal functionality.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
Education
GED
Skills
Loading and unloading
Order picking
Shipping and receiving
Yard maintenance
Heavy equipment handling
Vehicle inspection
Product identification
Equipment transportation
Damage prevention
Teamwork
Quick learner
Customer service
Time management
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Motivated team player
Critical thinking
Active listening
Heavy lifting
Product packaging
Safety procedures
Forklift operation
Self motivation
Timeline
Yard Associate
Component Manufacturing Reaves
04.2022 - CurrentRead More
Yard Associate
Amcon
05.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Production Worker
Raven
02.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Denison High School
GED
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