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TODD LAFLEUR

Saint Charles
TODD LAFLEUR

Summary

Reliable logistics professional with solid experience in managing dock operations and ensuring smooth workflow. Known for strong teamwork and achieving goals in dynamic environments. Skilled in inventory management, equipment operation, and safety protocols. Dependable and adaptable, consistently meeting operational demands and contributing to team success.

Overview

26
years of professional experience

Work History

MERSMissouri Goodwill

Dockworker
12.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean dock area.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently, improving overall productivity.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Coordinated closely with supervisors to address any issues or concerns promptly, enabling swift resolution of problems as they arose.
  • Assisted in training new hires, ensuring they were well-prepared to perform their duties effectively.
  • Supported warehouse operations by performing routine maintenance tasks such as sweeping floors or keeping dock areas free from debris.
  • Reduced workplace accidents by implementing proper lifting techniques and adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong communication skills and teamwork abilities.
  • Utilized various tools and equipment safely, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, resulting in efficient material movement throughout the facility.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Used fork lifts, hand truck, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
  • Participated in training and safety drills to prepare for emergency situations occurring on dock.
  • Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

True Manufacturing Company

Woodworker
09.2022 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
  • Completed general finish work and sanding.
  • Contributed to customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality, handcrafted products tailored to their needs.
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
  • Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality control for all finished products.
  • Enhanced product quality by maintaining proper calibration of woodworking tools and equipment.
  • Managed inventory levels accurately forecasting raw material needs based on current orders.
  • Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
  • Increased production efficiency by implementing effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines and conducting regular equipment maintenance checks.
  • Maximized the usage of available space within the workshop, designing storage solutions for tools and materials effectively organized according to frequency of use and job requirements.
  • Evaluated client feedback regularly implementing changes as needed to ensure continuous improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained workshop equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
  • Delivered projects within tight deadlines, managing time effectively across multiple assignments.
  • Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to repair and keep in peak condition.
  • Followed drawings and measurement specifications to accurately construct products.

Gold Crest Distributing

Receiver
05.2017 - 06.2017

Job overview

  • I drove a forklift to drop pallets and receive truck loads
  • Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
  • Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents during unloading and storage processes.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

True Manufacturing

Production Line Worker
11.2016 - 04.2017

Job overview

  • I attached doors onto refrigerated coolers
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries to self and colleagues.
  • Followed instructions to make products in line with customer specifications.
  • Collaborated with other production workers to achieve smooth running of production line.
  • Consistently met or exceeded daily performance metrics, showcasing dedication to company objectives and personal growth as an employee.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working various shifts, overtime hours, and weekends as required to meet production demands.
  • Communicated with supervisor regarding production line issues and needed repairs for fast resolution.
  • Prioritized tasks to meet personal and team production targets.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals, contributing to overall positive workplace morale.
  • Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to 5S principles for optimal efficiency and safety.
  • Inspected assembly line to confirm proper operation.
  • Reduced material waste, carefully monitoring usage and implementing conservation techniques.
  • Adhered to strict safety protocols, minimizing accidents and ensuring safe workplace.
  • Actively participated in safety drills and training, reinforcing importance of workplace safety.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure consistent supply of necessary materials, avoiding production delays.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.

Brookstone

Receiver
09.2016 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • I received in truck loads and drove a forklift
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
  • Placed, tagged, and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents during unloading and storage processes.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

Dollar General Distribution Center

Loader
11.2015 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • I loaded trailers with rolltainers containing grocery and non-perishable products
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing work load priorities.
  • Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 60 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
  • Implemented time-saving tactics that enabled quicker processing of orders without compromising accuracy or quality.
  • Checked accuracy of product packaging and labeling, rectifying any issues.
  • Followed all safety and security protocols to minimize risk of injury.
  • Collaborated with team members, resulting in increased productivity and timely deliveries.
  • Improved efficiency in the loading process by implementing effective organizational and prioritization strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and enhance job performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
  • Assisted in organizing and stocking products in warehouse.
  • Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high levels of attention to detail in the loading process.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

SEKO Logistics

Loader/Unloader
11.2014 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • I loaded and unloaded trailers containing home furniture

Shop 'n Save

Overnight grocery stocker
09.2013 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • I stocked shelves in various departments of the store.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt assistance with locating items and answering inquiries.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining clean, clutter-free aisles.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain well-stocked shelves during peak shopping hours for optimal customer experience.
  • Facilitated timely product rotation, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
  • Maintained strong product knowledge to better assist customers with their shopping needs and provide accurate information regarding items.
  • Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Conducted daily inspections of assigned aisles to identify low-inventory items, initiating prompt restocking actions as necessary.
  • Contributed to a positive store atmosphere by maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor while interacting with customers and coworkers.
  • Increased efficiency of backroom operations by organizing incoming shipments for easy access and distribution.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Optimized the use of storage space by consolidating overstock items, creating a more organized backroom area.
  • Removed debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 60 pounds.
  • Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Supported a safe shopping environment by promptly addressing spills or hazards and reporting potential safety concerns to management.
  • Sustained a visually appealing store environment by adhering to company guidelines for merchandise presentation and signage placement.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Participated in seasonal resets, rearranging store layouts according to planograms for improved customer navigation experiences.
  • Reduced out-of-stock instances through diligent monitoring of inventory levels and timely restocking efforts.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
  • Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.

Dierbergs

Grocery stocker
06.1999 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • I stocked shelves in various departments along with some cashiering work.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 35 pounds.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper stocking techniques, enhancing overall team performance.
  • Ensured accurate pricing of products through diligent label verification during stocking procedures.
  • Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
  • Assisted in inventory management, performing regular audits to ensure accurate stock levels.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Contributed to store''s overall sales goals by effectively merchandising products to attract customers'' attention.
  • Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Collaborated with stock manager to effectively cut down on defective items in storage and in shipments.
  • Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
  • Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining clean, clutter-free aisles.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Maintained strong product knowledge to better assist customers with their shopping needs and provide accurate information regarding items.
  • Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Contributed to a positive store atmosphere by maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor while interacting with customers and coworkers.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Optimized the use of storage space by consolidating overstock items, creating a more organized backroom area.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Participated in seasonal resets, rearranging store layouts according to planograms for improved customer navigation experiences.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.

Education

Francis Howell High School
St. Charles, MO

High School Diploma
05.1998

St. Charles Community College
Cottleville, MO

No Degree from Web Design, Marketing

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Proficient in computer applications
  • Warehouse / Production
  • Web development using HTML
  • Cashier
  • Accurate data entry
  • Familiarity with Windows software applications
  • Skilled in online information retrieval
  • Java programming
  • Retail sales expertise
  • C programming
  • JavaScript programming
  • Pallet jack handling
  • Hand-held device scanning
  • Heavy lifting proficiency
  • Product verification
  • Pallet handling
  • Forklift and pallet jack use
  • Dock operations support
  • Willing to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Stocking shelves
  • Documentation skills

Additional Education

Lewis & Clark St. Charles, MO Date: 05/1998 Received a 2-year certificate of completion of data processing and web design

Timeline

Dockworker

MERSMissouri Goodwill
12.2023 - Current

Woodworker

True Manufacturing Company
09.2022 - 12.2023

Receiver

Gold Crest Distributing
05.2017 - 06.2017

Production Line Worker

True Manufacturing
11.2016 - 04.2017

Receiver

Brookstone
09.2016 - 11.2016

Loader

Dollar General Distribution Center
11.2015 - 08.2016

Loader/Unloader

SEKO Logistics
11.2014 - 10.2015

Overnight grocery stocker

Shop 'n Save
09.2013 - 08.2014

Grocery stocker

Dierbergs
06.1999 - 08.2012

Francis Howell High School

High School Diploma

St. Charles Community College

No Degree from Web Design, Marketing

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