Richard Collins
Chicago,IL
Summary
Adept at enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety, demonstrated during tenure at Midway Staffing. Excelled in shipping, packaging, and utilizing pallet jacks, coupled with a proven ability to lead and resolve conflicts effectively. Achieved significant reductions in packing errors, underscoring a commitment to quality and team cohesion. Reliable logistics professional with strong experience in order fulfillment and warehouse operations. Skilled in inventory management, packing, and quality control. Known for teamwork, flexibility, and achieving high standards in fast-paced environments. Dependable and adaptable, always focused on delivering precise and efficient results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Picking Packer , Janitor
Midway Staffing
09.2024 - Current
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage, or shipment off-site.
- Reduced packing errors by consistently double-checking orders and ensuring correct items were included.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols and reducing workplace accidents.
Line Leader
Alpha Baking
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Safely operated pallet jack to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Collaborated with manager on performance-related issues and employee performance reviews.
- Provided and promoted solutions to eliminate reoccurring problems.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, maintaining a cohesive work environment conducive to productivity.
- Monitored employee performance to determine need for additional education and training.
- Supervised updating procedures for working documents such as shift reports and handovers.
- Maintained communication across key departments and senior leadership team.
Picker Packer
Party City Warehouse
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Expedited order processing by utilizing a barcode scanner to accurately select items from shelves.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
Package Handler
Pregis Innovative Packaging
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Communicated with supervisors about delays or other issues with shipments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richard T Cane
Chicago, IL06.2014
Skills
- Picking and processing
- Order Picking
- Shipping and packaging
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse Safety
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and receiving
- Assembly line work
- Labeling and Tagging
- Barcode scanning
- Pallet jack usage
- Product Packaging
- Warehouse Operations
Timeline
Picking Packer , Janitor
Midway Staffing
09.2024 - Current
Line Leader
Alpha Baking
02.2022 - 08.2024
Picker Packer
Party City Warehouse
06.2021 - 01.2022
Package Handler
Pregis Innovative Packaging
03.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Richard T Cane
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