William Leach
Lumberton,NC
Summary
Proven expertise in material handling and warehouse operations, honed at companies like Sanderson Farms Processing Plant. Excelled in optimizing efficiency and maintaining workplace cleanliness, demonstrating a positive attitude and a commitment to safety. Achieved significant improvements in equipment handling and operational procedures, ensuring seamless logistics and inventory management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
Zurnelkay
Lumberton, NC
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Sanitation Technician
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
St.Paul NC
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Supported quality control measures by thoroughly sanitizing production equipment between product runs.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by properly handling chemicals and maintaining designated storage areas.
Forklift Operator, Material Handler
Marley Precision
Bennettsville, SC
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Machine Operator Packer, Forklift Operator
Mountarie Farm
Lumber Bridge, NC
10.2006 - 06.2016
- Increased accuracy in product packing by implementing efficient organization techniques for raw materials and finished goods.
- Optimized machine performance for increased output by conducting regular maintenance checks and adjusting settings as needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve daily production goals and maintain a safe work environment.
- Completed detailed documentation of machine operator activities, including shift logs, incident reports, and maintenance records.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Robeson
Rowland, NC06.1985
Skills
- Material Handling
- Loading and unloading
- Positive Attitude
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Heavy Lifting
- Package handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Attention to Detail
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling and transport
- Equipment safety
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Truck loading and unloading
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Material packaging
- Forklift Operations
- Warehouse Organization
- Material Identification
- Assembly and production
- Clean Background Check
- Pick Ticket Orders
- Good Housekeeping
- Equipment Operation
- Shipping Documentation
- Hand Trucks and Dollies
- Pulling and Staging
- Manufacturing
- Paperwork Completion
- Load Verification
- OSHA Compliance
- PPE Policy Adherence
- Optimizing efficiency
- Equipment Inspections
Timeline
Material Handler
Zurnelkay
05.2023 - 08.2024
Sanitation Technician
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
09.2021 - 10.2022
Forklift Operator, Material Handler
Marley Precision
01.2021 - 04.2021
Machine Operator Packer, Forklift Operator
Mountarie Farm
10.2006 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
South Robeson