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William Meier

Manitowoc,WI

Summary

Hardworking Warehouse Associate with excellent materials handling, storage management and shipment preparation skills. Experienced in picking orders, assembling pallets, preparing shipping invoices and working as part of a team. Delivers accurate inventory counts and maintains detailed warehouse records.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Associate

Compass Group/Canteen Vending
Manitowoc, WI
06.2022 - Current
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials across warehouse floor.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and detailed inspections.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of products at all times.
  • Conducted routine equipment checks to ensure optimal operational readiness.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding work assignments and priorities.
  • Picked and prepared daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
  • Organized warehouse space by rearranging products according to size, weight, and type.
  • Updated inventory records using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.

Warehouse Operative

Kerry Foods
Manitowoc, WI
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
  • Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
  • Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
  • Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
  • Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
  • Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
  • Attached PO receipts, packing slips and bill of lading to outbound shipments.

Material Handler

Jagemann Stamping
Manitowoc, WI
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
  • Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.

Shipping/Receiving

Color Craft Graphic arts
Manitowoc, WI
02.2017 - 06.2021
  • Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
  • Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
  • Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
  • Operated lift, hand and clamp trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
  • Prepared and processed shipping documents, including work and shipping orders, route materials and bills of lading.
  • Organized storage areas to maximize movement efficiency and minimize labor.
  • Utilized forklift to move inventory items.

Assistant Grocery Manager

Festival Foods
Manitowoc, WI
02.2012 - 01.2017
  • Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
  • Assessed grocery store for cleanliness and checked proper stocking of shelves, refrigerated section and freezers.
  • Distributed daily tasks to appropriate employees and checked to ensure all duties were completed within expected time frames.
  • Analyzed store's inventory and ordered merchandise and products to keep stock level.
  • Ordered merchandise with accuracy by verifying back stock and maintaining inventories.
  • Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
  • Processed credit card payments and counted back change and currency with 100% accuracy rate.
  • Researched out-of-stock items to find additional inventory in other store locations.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and delivered appropriate information after carefully researching issues.

Machine Operator

Independent Printing
De Pere, WI
11.2004 - 01.2012
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
  • Removed and replaced worn machine accessories to keep products within desired tolerances.
  • Operated hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakeshore Technical College
Manitowoc, WI
02.1999

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Time management
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem resolution

Timeline

Warehouse Associate

Compass Group/Canteen Vending
06.2022 - Current

Warehouse Operative

Kerry Foods
10.2021 - 04.2022

Material Handler

Jagemann Stamping
06.2021 - 09.2021

Shipping/Receiving

Color Craft Graphic arts
02.2017 - 06.2021

Assistant Grocery Manager

Festival Foods
02.2012 - 01.2017

Machine Operator

Independent Printing
11.2004 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Lakeshore Technical College