Olen Gulbrandson
Dixon,IL
Summary
Dependable Operator with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Worker
Qvest Sanitation
Dixon, IL
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Disassembled and assembled equipment for proper cleaning.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Picked up items around carts by shoveling, lifting and loading loose garbage, debris and bulk refuse.
- Sanitized food processing areas according to safety protocols.
- Mixed and diluted caustic chemicals for use in industrial cleaning.
- Operated power scrubber, pressure washer, vacuum cleaner, steam cleaner and other cleaning equipment.
- Maintained records of sanitation activities on a daily basis.
- Performed periodic deep cleans of entire facility as needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment, walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Removed trash and waste from work areas to designated collection points.
- Disassembled equipment for cleaning and reassembled to restore performance.
Operator
Rayovac
Dixon, IL
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Placed finished products on skids and wrapped and transported to warehouse with forklift.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions in order to meet customer demands.
- Helped take down and prepare for shipping of the whole warehouse when closed and moved.
Warehouse Manager
Rehrig Pacific Logistics
Dixon, IL
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and managing warehouse personnel.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Implemented and planned warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
Press Operator
Dixon Direct
Dixon, IL
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Operated printing press machines and manually set and adjusted speed, temperature and ink flow.
- Removed printed materials from presses for transport to storage or finishing areas.
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
- Adjust pressure settings on press to ensure proper inking and drying of material.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Clean ink fountains with solvents when necessary.
- Check color alignment with densitometer after each run.
Warehouse Supervisor
Ashley Furniture Homestore
Scottsdale, AZ
06.2007 - 11.2011
- Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
- Held staff meetings to share project information and address specific issues.
- Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
- Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
- Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Created strategies for improving operational efficiencies in the warehouse.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Enforced company policies related to employee conduct in the workplace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paradise Valley High School
Phoenix, AZ05-2006
Skills
- Staff Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Problem-Solving
- Employee Safety
- Quality Control
- Forklift Operation
- Equipment Monitoring
- Start up Procedures
- Training and Mentoring
- Employee Motivation
Timeline
Sanitation Worker
Qvest Sanitation
01.2022 - 12.2022
Operator
Rayovac
09.2019 - 12.2021
Warehouse Manager
Rehrig Pacific Logistics
01.2017 - 08.2019
Press Operator
Dixon Direct
07.2014 - 11.2016
Warehouse Supervisor
Ashley Furniture Homestore
06.2007 - 11.2011
High School Diploma -
Paradise Valley High School
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