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Summer Guidry

Aurora,CO

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

R & L Carriers
Aurora, CO
03.2021 - Current
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.

Home Health Care Provider

Private Care
Littleton, CO
11.2018 - Current
  • Acted as resource for field staff, referral sources, physicians, patients and families for clinical issues and concerns.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Facilitated calls to and from field staff to resolve issues and address concerns.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.

Server Shift Leader

Prejeans Seafood Restaurant
Lafayette, LA
10.2013 - 11.2018
  • Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
  • Handled table service and other dining room tasks to address shortfalls due to unexpected absences or unusual service volumes.
  • Provided front-of-house manager with detailed customer metrics to inform stock ordering, reducing food waste and increasing profits.
  • Managed scheduling for 30 servers, maintaining adequate staffing levels while accounting for personal employee needs.
  • Addressed and resolved customer conflicts with managed waitstaff, verifying satisfactory outcomes for involved parties.
  • Recruited and trained new waitstaff personnel, providing rapid onboarding processes to integrate additional team members quickly.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.

Education

No Degree - Middle School Education

University At Lafayette Louisiana
Lafayette, LA

Skills

  • Scale Operation
  • Safe Moving Operations
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Delivery Information Verification
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • Time Management
  • Load Inspection
  • Weight Documentation
  • Fast Reaction Time
  • Wrapping and Banding
  • Forklift Operator Certification

Timeline

Forklift Operator

R & L Carriers
03.2021 - Current

Home Health Care Provider

Private Care
11.2018 - Current

Server Shift Leader

Prejeans Seafood Restaurant
10.2013 - 11.2018

No Degree - Middle School Education

University At Lafayette Louisiana