Paula Lewis
TUSCOLA,TX
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Summary
I enjoy a good challenge. I set my goals a little high and aim to achieve them. Quick learner,share my knowledge with others,and listen to others to help make the job better.
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Great Lakes Cheese
11.2022 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods within warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock replenishment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures. I am knowledgeable of EWM system on hand held scanning devices.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely shipment of orders, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Composer Operator
Columbia Forest Products
09.2007 - 07.2019
- Operated machinery to maintain efficient production flow and meet quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely repairs and minimal downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and machine operation procedures.
- Enhanced team morale and productivity by organizing regular team-building activities.
- Reduced waste and increased recycling, contributing to more sustainable production practices.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Optimized machine settings to achieve superior product output, meeting and exceeding production targets.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by monitoring and adjusting production equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machinery issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mcdowell Technical College
Marion, NCSkills
Packaging and labeling
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Order picking and processing
Workplace cleanliness
Forklift operations
Materials handling and transport
Equipment operation
Cycle counting
Basic math
Barcode scanning
Forklift certified
Warehouse tools operation
Picking and packing
Self-motivated and disciplined
Sorting and labeling
Clear communication
Punctual and dependable
Cleaning and organizing
Microsoft Excel
Pallet jacks
Stacking and staging
Health and safety regulations
Material loading and unloading
Safety protocols
Storage organization
Order preparation
Forklift operation
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Great Lakes Cheese
11.2022 - Current
Composer Operator
Columbia Forest Products
09.2007 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Mcdowell Technical College