Zachary Smith
New Lenox,IL
Summary
Proven leader in staff development and productivity enhancement, I excelled at Petco Distribution by mentoring new hires and driving team efficiency. Expert in reach truck operation and warehouse safety, my approach significantly improved training effectiveness and operational workflows. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments, I consistently deliver results through strategic planning and coordination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Center Trainer/Reach Truck Driver
Petco Distribution
Joliet, IL
03.2017 - Current
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
- Developed individualized training plans to achieve staff readiness.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Shipping Coordinator/Supervisor
Up At Dawn Bakery
Tinley Park, IL
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Worked closely with shipping department to facilitate prompt product exchanges for customers.
- Optimized shipping processes, minimizing delays while reducing shipping costs through effective carrier selection.
- Maintained strong relationships with shipping carriers, ensuring prompt delivery of perishable goods.
- Reduced shipping errors by closely monitoring the loading and unloading of goods.
- Verified orders from shipping and receiving documentation to complete accurate transfers.
- Created reports detailing inventory costs, deliveries, and usage.
- Maintained supply inventory and filled supply orders.
- Set up shipping and receiving system for company to run by going forward.
Butcher
Whole Foods Market
Orland Park, IL
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
Butcher
Brookhaven Marketplace
Mokena, IL
06.2011 - 04.2015
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-Way North High School
Frankfort, IL05.2011
Skills
- New Hire Training
- Planning and coordination
- Shipping procedures
- Transportation Planning
- Reach Truck Operation
- Loading and unloading
- Order Picking
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Safety
Timeline
Shipping Coordinator/Supervisor
Up At Dawn Bakery
03.2019 - 02.2020
Distribution Center Trainer/Reach Truck Driver
Petco Distribution
03.2017 - Current
Butcher
Whole Foods Market
04.2015 - 03.2017
Butcher
Brookhaven Marketplace
06.2011 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-Way North High School