Paul Schwabe
Siloam Springs,Arkansas
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Associate
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
- Packed and labeled boxes with maximum efficiency.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Checked bills of lading, outgoing package paperwork, and other documentation for accuracy.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Material Handler
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Developed and implemented storage solutions to maintain safety and protection and keep stock organized.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Inventory Associate
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage, and documented variances.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Operator
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Team Leader
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
- Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
- Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Owner/Operator
Hill Haven Dairy Farm
08.1998 - 08.2006
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kansas High School
Kansas, OK1997
Skills
- Package Labeling
- Shipping Coordination
- Package Preparation
- Paperwork Management
- Forklift Operation
- Data Entry
- Label Preparation
- Housekeeping Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Transport
- Records Management
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inspection and Quality Control
- US Driver's License
- Inventory Management
- Self-Motivated and Independent
- Materials Transportation
- Warehousing Operations
- Heavy Lifting
- Safety Procedures
- Punctual and Reliable
- Certified Forklift Driver
- Equipment Maintenance
- Warehouse Software Systems
- Inventory Software
Timeline
Shipping Associate
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
Material Handler
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
Inventory Associate
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
Operator
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
Team Leader
Gates Rubber
07.2007 - Current
Owner/Operator
Hill Haven Dairy Farm
08.1998 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Kansas High School
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