Julian Kawatski
Hartland, Wisconsin 53029
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CAREER SUMMARY:
Versatile Forklift Operator with proven abilities in operating various
types of forklift equipment in warehouse and production operations.
Production support within plants and attention to detail and inventory
control. Organizational priorities include self-directed
accountability, teamwork, adaptability, communications and strong work
ethic. Displayed proven abilities meeting the fast paced, deadline-
driven challenges of an industry leader in the printing industry.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
1998 to 2009: QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC - Sussex, Wisconsin
$ 2 billion printer of magazines, catalogs and specialty publications
with several integrated subsidiaries.
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Multi-faceted responsibilities for the smooth movement of product from
the production floor to the binding and stitching machines as needed
in a timely and efficient manner. Responsible for coordinating job and
version changes with machine operators, calling product out of
warehouse, delivering product and making sure all product is consumed.
. Applied radio frequency computers for the movement, tracking, and
inventorying of product.
. Operated Very Narrow Aisle - VNA- turret trucks to store and
retrieve production product in a 40' tall VNA storage system.
. Looked for opportunities to save time and/or avoid unnecessary
handling of items by anticipating future needs, while covering the
stitching and binding machines.
. Flexibly adjusted to operational changes and various work loads.
. Effectively communicated with managers and pressman which allowed
for the smooth transport of materials and goods.
1993 to 1998: B&M AUTO SALES AND PARTS - Waukesha, Wisconsin
Late model auto-salvage yard
Lead Auto Dismantler
. In shop dismantling of late model wrecked autos.
. Stocking parts within the warehouse.
. Responsible for training high school Coop students.
1990 to 1991: KAWATSKI'S GARAGE- Waukesha, Wisconsin
Auto Mechanic
. Repair service of motor vehicles of all types.
1978 to 1988: WAUKESHA WHOLESALE FOODS - Waukesha Wisconsin
Food wholesaler for restaurants and institutions.
Inventory Control Manager
. Edit next day orders for shortages and catch-weight items.
. Stock back-hauls and prepared warehouse for loading shift workers.
. Managed inventory in retail (broken case) area.
. Coordinated warehouse stock during building and remodeling.
EDUCATION:
Graduate - Waukesha North High School