Victor Alanis
West Chicago,IL
Summary
Proven Material Handler at Wise Plastics, adept in forklift operation and maintaining clean, efficient workspaces. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and clear communication, ensuring seamless shift transitions. Achieved significant improvements in warehouse operations efficiency, showcasing a commitment to quality control and safety protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Wise Plastics
Saint Charles, IL
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Clean dryer hopper and grinders
- Use vacuum alcohol and rags
- Replace old worn out hoses and pipes
- Make sure machines are running properly
- Calibrate color feeders
- Grind scrap plastic
- Make color blends
- Make blends with Re grind and virgin material
- Computer skills
- Make labels
- Make sure everything is properly labeled
- Move material using electric pallet jack
- Good communication skills between previous and shift taking over
- Keep machine labels up to date
- Safe and clean work area
- Trouble shoot dryers
- Shut down dryers for the Weekend
Warehouse Worker
Peerless Fence
West Chicago, IL
03.2024 - Current
- Forklift certification
- Table saw skills
- Accurate use of tape measure
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 75 pounds.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Supported customer satisfaction efforts through prompt resolution of delivery issues or discrepancies as needed.
Education
High School Diploma - GED
West Chicago High School
West Chicago, IL01.2012
Skills
- Packaging and Labeling
- Picking and Packing
- Self-Motivated and Disciplined
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Heavy Lifting
- Clear Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Sorting and Labeling
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Punctual and Dependable
- Forklift Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Basic Mathematics
- Quality Control
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Microsoft Outlook
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Willing to Learn
- Lifting and sorting
- Wrapping and boxing
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Critical Thinking
Certification
English and Spanish
Forklift certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Peerless Fence
03.2024 - Current
Material Handler
Wise Plastics
01.2015 - 01.2023
High School Diploma - GED
West Chicago High School