Detail-oriented material handler with proven expertise in forklift operation and hazardous material handling. Committed to safety compliance and effective communication to ensure efficient warehouse operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler/Machine Operator
Precision Polymer Manufacturing
Kalamazoo
06.2026 - Current
Operated forklifts to move materials within the warehouse efficiently.
Loaded and unloaded shipments according to company guidelines.
Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
Material Handler/Unload
FedEx
Kalamazoo
03.2026 - Current
Loaded and unloaded packages from trucks and conveyor belts.
Assisted coworkers with heavy lifting and package handling tasks.
Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
Process Engineering (COOP)
Green Bay Packaging
Green Bay
06.2025 - 03.2026
Supported the development of standard operating procedures for production processes.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Utilized software tools to assist in data collection and analysis for projects.
Implemented process improvements based upon identified risks associated with current systems.
Built strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for production runs.
Production (COOP)
Ahlstrom Munksjo
Rhinelander
06.2024 - 01.2025
Loaded and unloaded shipments in compliance with safety protocols.
Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
Coordinated project schedules and timelines for multiple engineering tasks.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Analyzed complex data sets using specialized software applications such as Excel or Access.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paper/Chemical Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
Skills
Forklift operation
Hazardous material handling
Inventory management
Safety compliance
Standard operating procedures
Inventory tracking
Material stacking
Package handling
Workflow coordination
Efficiency improvement
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Timeline
Material Handler/Machine Operator
Precision Polymer Manufacturing
06.2026 - Current
Material Handler/Unload
FedEx
03.2026 - Current
Process Engineering (COOP)
Green Bay Packaging
06.2025 - 03.2026
Production (COOP)
Ahlstrom Munksjo
06.2024 - 01.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Paper/Chemical Engineering