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Paul Itell

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

Hardworking Machine Operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality plastic products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks. Observant Forklift driver with experience allocating 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. Reliable cashier and cook with 2 years of experience working front counter and cooking simple menu items. Team-player with clear communication skills and willingness to help other employees with Prepping and completing orders.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Picker & Packer and Forklift Operator

GXO
Romeoville, IL
10.2023 - 02.2024

I started as a picker/packer then after 2 months I was promoted to a forklift driver.

  • Organized and maintained storage areas, including shelves, bins, racks, and pallets.
  • Weighed and measured products to ensure compliance with shipping regulations.
  • Reported any discrepancies between physical count and computer-generated reports to the supervisor immediately.
  • Utilized RF scanners to accurately process orders according to customer requirements.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding safety, security, attendance, punctuality, and cleanliness.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for shipment
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.

Forklift Operation

  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts, and shipments.
  • Knowledge with the Blueyonder POS
  • Used order picker for replenishment orders to restock racks and shelves.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Used clamp truck to place boxes on pallets for material handlers
  • Operated clamp truck by safety regulations.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during the order fulfillment process.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within the facility to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported, and stacked materials by carefully operating various warehouse equipment.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for shipment.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.

Forklift Operator

HellermanTyton
Romeoville, IL
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Inspected the forklift daily to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment and components.
  • Moved products to designated areas using the forklift.
  • Verified inventory counts by comparing them against previous records.
  • Stacked pallets in an orderly fashion within storage facilities.
  • Restocked supplies such as boxes and other materials needed for production line operations.
  • Transported, loaded, unloaded and stacked materials.
  • Picked orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Replenished stock locations to support outbound shipping operations.

Machine Operator

WeatherTech
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2019 - 04.2023
  • Maintain production records and paperwork in accordance with company standards.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on the machines.
  • Perform quality checks on parts produced to ensure they meet customer specifications.
  • Load raw materials into hoppers of plastic PCI roll line machines.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Train new and existing team members on different functions of the production area to ensure all are able to perform all tasks properly
  • Operated dump carts for grinding machines to produce regrind plastic
  • Used Excel to log and calculate for daily Material
  • Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burn marks or any other Quality issues.
  • Set up and operated extrusion machines to produce plastic components according to customer specifications.
  • Maintained accurate production records, including material used, scrap, and machine settings.
  • Monitored and adjusted machine settings as needed to ensure product quality.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machinery, such as changing filters and lubricating moving parts.
  • Loaded raw materials into feeders and monitored flow rate during production runs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping, dusting, organizing shelves and disposing of trash.
  • Shrink wrapped finished orders for safe transport offsite.
  • Adhered to all safety regulations at all times while operating machinery or performing manual labor tasks.
  • Followed proper procedures for hazardous waste disposal when required.
  • Used a forklift to transport regrind material from stock to machine.
  • Took finished material off off machine, wrapped then transported finished materials to loading dock by forklift.
  • Used JLG to inspect inventory and to clean unreachable places.
  • Used forklift to weigh, label, and stock regrind material.

Cook and Cashier

Prenos
Bolingbrook, IL
02.2016 - 08.2017
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Currently closed

Education

High School Diploma -

Bolingbrook Highschool
Bolingbrook, IL
05.2018

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Equipment Operation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Forklift Operation
  • Basic Math
  • Machinery Cleaning
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Problem-Solving
  • OSHA
  • QC
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Shipping and Labeling
  • Computer Skills
  • Power and Hand Tools
  • ID Verification
  • POS Systems
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling
  • Frying
  • Food Handling
  • Order Verification
  • Supply Restocking
  • Grilling
  • Google Drive
  • Plastics Manufacturing
  • Data Entry
  • Clamp truck
  • Order picker
  • BlueYonder POS

Certification

  • Forklift
  • Extrusion Machine Operation

Timeline

Picker & Packer and Forklift Operator

GXO
10.2023 - 02.2024

Forklift Operator

HellermanTyton
05.2023 - 08.2023

Machine Operator

WeatherTech
08.2019 - 04.2023

Cook and Cashier

Prenos
02.2016 - 08.2017

High School Diploma -

Bolingbrook Highschool
Paul Itell