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Prospero Contreras - Ortega

Aurora,IL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Loader and Unloader

Stericycle
Itasca, IL
02.2020 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Verified accuracy of shipping documents against product received.
  • Assisted in organizing warehouse stock to ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and replenishment of products.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
  • Followed standard operating procedures when handling hazardous materials safely at all times.
  • Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas.
  • Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
  • Inspected incoming shipments for damage or defects, reporting any discrepancies immediately.

Driver

Stericycle
Itasca, IL
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets.
  • Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
  • Verified loads against bill of lading to identify and correct discrepancies.
  • Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
  • Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
  • Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding pick-ups and deliveries status updates.
  • Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
  • Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.

Bakery Team Lead

Gonnella Baking Co.
Aurora, IL
06.2010 - 08.2017
  • Monitored color of baking items to raise or lower temperature or remove from oven.
  • Checked dough for proper consistency, adding more flour if needed.
  • Adhered to safety protocols to minimize mishaps and accidents with baking equipment.
  • Set ovens to appropriate temperatures to pre-heat.
  • Observed color of baked products to adjust oven temperatures, humidity or conveyor speeds.
  • Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
  • Facilitated communication between bakery staff members and other departments.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings initiatives within the bakery department.
  • Supervised and trained new employees on proper baking techniques and safety regulations.
  • Organized and delegated tasks to ensure efficient production of baked goods.

Skills

  • Team Coordination
  • Solid problem solver
  • Food Safety
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Machine Operation
  • Bilingual
  • Forklift Operation
  • Good Communication

Timeline

Loader and Unloader

Stericycle
02.2020 - Current

Driver

Stericycle
01.2019 - 01.2020

Bakery Team Lead

Gonnella Baking Co.
06.2010 - 08.2017

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