Scott Gates
Deer Creek,IL
Summary
Reliable Teamster known for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Specialize in logistics management, route planning, and safety compliance to ensure smooth operations. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to navigate challenges effectively and maintain positive working relationships.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teamster Lead Shipper Production
Ferrero
Bloomington, IL
08.2006 - 01.2024
- Was responsible for giving team members breaks, keep multiple production lines running,ensuring product made code, packing product and communicating with management team
- Provided training sessions for new employees on the proper procedures for packing items correctly and safely.
- Packaged items securely using appropriate materials such as bubble wrap, foam, paper and tape.
- Transported items safely from storage locations to designated areas using forklift equipment or pallet jacks when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials during the loading process.
- Inspected packages for damage or defects and recorded information on the shipment paperwork.
- Received and checked incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of the order.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
- Tagged and stored product inventory in correct areas and locations.
- Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Warehouse/Support/Dept Manager Stocker/Cashier
Walmart
Normal, IL
01.1999 - 03.2001
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date records of inventory levels for efficient ordering and stocking purposes.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations across multiple teams.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly and professionally.
- Lead and manage a team of 15 employees in the Department, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain good relationships with clients.
- Monitored daily sales figures to track trends in customer buying behavior.
- Developed strategies to improve customer service and increase sales by 10% within 6 months.
- Evaluated employee feedback surveys regularly to identify areas of improvement in customer service delivery.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Corporate Fitness
Wester Illinois
Macomb, ILSkills
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Route planning expertise
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- State and Federal Regulations
- Heavy Lifting
- Delivery Documentation
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Organizational Skills
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
As a worker
- enjoy fast paced environment with challeneges
Timeline
Teamster Lead Shipper Production
Ferrero
08.2006 - 01.2024
Warehouse/Support/Dept Manager Stocker/Cashier
Walmart
01.1999 - 03.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Corporate Fitness
Wester Illinois
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