Timothy Kennedy
Lansing
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in warehouse operations, forklift driving, and assembly tasks. Adept at managing inventory, ensuring efficient workflows, and maintaining a safe working environment. Skilled in operating forklifts and other equipment to move, stack, and organize materials. Committed to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results, consistently exceeding expectations. Seeking opportunities to leverage my skills and contribute to a dynamic team.
Experienced with inventory management, shipping, and receiving. Utilizes effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and ensure smooth operations. Knowledge of warehouse safety protocols and equipment handling, contributing to secure and productive workplace.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Technician
Auto Owners Insurance
10.2023 - Current
- Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to facilitate efficient material handling and storage.
- Conduct inventory audits to ensure accuracy and prevent discrepancies in stock levels.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse space to promote safety and productivity.
- Collaborate with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Train new staff on safety protocols, equipment usage, and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor incoming shipments for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Assist in the development of best practices for inventory management and workflow optimization.
- Adhere to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Support efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Pull and pack shipments to prepare for UPS, FedEx and freight pickup.
- Utilize computerized systems effectively for tracking inventory movement and updating stock records in realtime.
Distribution/Assembly
Geoprobe Systems
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Efficiently packaged various parts and large machine components for shipment to customers.
- Ensured timely delivery and adherence to shipping schedules.
- Safely operated a forklift and picker on a daily basis.
- Maintained a record of safe forklift operations and compliance with safety guidelines.
- Skillfully assembled small parts, following engineering blueprints for precise assembly.
- Ensured that all components were correctly assembled to meet quality standards.
- Gained exposure to CNC machinery and processes.
- Assisted in operating CNC machines and contributed to production.
Assembly
Great Plains Manufacturing
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly and accurately.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Performed quality checks on finish products to verify compliance specifications and assign appropriate quality grades.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
Custodian
Salina Heights Christian Church
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Executed various cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, bathroom cleaning, dusting, garbage disposal, and window cleaning, ensuring the church buildings were consistently clean and welcoming.
- Assisted in preparing for and cleaning up after special events held within the church, ensuring that events ran smoothly and that the spaces were restored to their original condition.
- Managed and organized cleaning supplies, ensuring that all necessary materials were readily available for the custodial team, contributing to efficient operations.
Education
Business
Kansas State University
High School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
05.2017
Skills
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Office
- Quality Assurance
- Adaptability
- Workflow Efficiency
- Collaboration
- Efficient time management
- Critical thinking skills
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Order picking
- Forklift operation
- Critical thinking
- Exceptional client communication
Hobbies
- Provide valuable support in the church's sound booth, where I operate computer slide show presentations and managed the soundboard, contributing to the audiovisual success of church services and events.
- Actively participate in Church events and Outreach programs, demonstrating a commitment to the church's broader mission and fostering a sense of community within the congregation.
- I am an avid enthusiast of antiquing and the art of "picking" and collecting rare gas and oil related antiques. This hobby reflects my passion for history and collaboration with people from all over the country. My experiences in antiquing and antique collection have honed several valuable skills and qualities that translate well into the professional realm.
Timeline
Warehouse Technician
Auto Owners Insurance
10.2023 - Current
Distribution/Assembly
Geoprobe Systems
04.2022 - 06.2023
Assembly
Great Plains Manufacturing
01.2021 - 04.2022
Custodian
Salina Heights Christian Church
09.2018 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
Business
Kansas State University