Sheila Zaske
Rush City,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented warehouse associate with over 15 years of experience in optimizing production workflows and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in leveraging ERP systems for real-time data reporting and improved planning accuracy. Strong collaboration skills foster cross-functional teamwork and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Committed to achieving operational excellence and enhancing efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Plastech Corporation
Rush City, MN
2022.08 - Current
- Read the BOM (bill of materials), and be knowledgeable about how to operate each press in order to determine the components needed by the operator.
- Operate and support production workflows, partnering with operations teams to execute accurate, on-time shipments.
- Perform equipment monitoring, basic troubleshooting, and assist with planned maintenance scheduling.
- Generate production and KPI reports using IQMS ERP to support daily planning and machine performance tracking.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ISO/GMP standards in all production tasks.
- Implement workflow improvements that increase efficiency and minimize errors.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces to ensure safety standards.
- Assisted in training new associates on warehouse operations and safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment for maintenance needs to prevent operational disruptions.
- Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
- Assisted in loading finished goods onto delivery vehicles as required.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Ensured compliance with established safety procedures when operating machinery or performing physical tasks within the warehouse environment.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the facility safely.
- Conducted inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels and records.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Rush City High School
Rush City, MN
2020.11 - 2022.06
- Applied problem-solving and communication skills to support students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with educators and families to improve outcomes through structure and accountability.
- Maintained professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Maintained a safe and organized learning environment for all students.
Founder & Business Owner
A to Z Transcription Services Inc.
Rush City, MN
2006.01 - 2020.10
- Directed operations for high-volume service business, producing over 10,000 documents annually with 98–99% accuracy.
- Established operational processes for efficient transcription service delivery.
- Managed client relationships and ensured satisfaction with services provided.
- Recruited and trained a team of 10 subcontractors, overseeing performance reviews and training initiatives.
- Redesigned workflows and optimized resources to enhance accuracy and reduce turnaround times.
- Ensured compliance with confidentiality and client standards while minimizing operational costs.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology, Criminology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN2002-06
Skills
- ERP systems management
- Data reporting and analysis
- Problem solving
- Stock and inventory control
- Invoice verification
- Workplace organization
- Operations support
- Quantity calculations
- Merchandise staging and handling
- Shipping and receiving logistics
- Inventory counting and cycle counting
- Materials handling and transport
- Warehouse organization and safety
- Order fulfillment processes
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Production workflow optimization
- Quality assurance practices
- Safety compliance measures
- Time management strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration techniques
- Training and mentoring programs
- Attention to detail in tasks
- Load handling expertise
- Pallet jacking operations
- Order picking efficiency
- Cost reduction initiatives
- Packaging and labeling standards
Accomplishments
- Reduced inventory discrepancies at Plastech by implementing tighter reporting and process controls.
- Scaled a small business successfully, maintaining long-term client satisfaction.
Certification
- Forklift certified
Affiliations
- Enjoy old cars and currently own a 1916 Maxwell.
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Plastech Corporation
2022.08 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Rush City High School
2020.11 - 2022.06
Founder & Business Owner
A to Z Transcription Services Inc.
2006.01 - 2020.10
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology, Criminology
University of Minnesota