Temeka Givens

Collinsville, IL *****

ad47bq@r.postjobfree.com

+1-618-***-****

A position where I can utilize my skills and ability in various positions in Production Ability Summary

Highly skilled in providing information regarding products and services of the company. In-depth knowledge of taking orders, compute charges, and administer billing or payments. Hands-on experience in reviewing, updating or making changes to customer accounts. Track record of listening and responding to customers' needs and concerns. Able to handle returns and complaints effectively. Demonstrated ability to record details of client contacts and service history. Proven ability to determine answers and solutions quickly. Special talent for handling irate and angry customers. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Forklift Operator/Warehouse

Hershey/FedEx Supply Chain - Collinsville, IL

July 2022 to Present

• Full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders and packaging components.

• Pallet retrieval and put away in narrow aisle bulk rack storage system.

• Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions.

• Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment.

• Sorting, building and wrapping product to pallets to ensure compliance to customer expectation.

• Maintain accuracy of storage locations by performing daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks.

• Perform other distribution work functions as needed due to business volume and need. Inventory Associate

Ryder System Inc. - Edwardsville, IL

July 2021 to March 2022

• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits

• Conduct audits of inbound and outbound shipments

• Participate in physical inventories as necessary

• Provide floor support to operation supervisors and hourly associates regarding inventory issues

• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) with emphasis on safety

• Ensure inventory accuracy to meet client demands

• Depending on location, employee may be required to operate equipment and may be required to be equipment certified

• Other duties as required or assigned

• Resolve inventory discrepancies as needed

• knowledge of the RF system and equipment.

Seasonal EPJ Picker

GEODIS - Edwardsville, IL

March 2021 to June 2021

• Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, and/or distributed

• Pulls and prepares product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded

• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code

• Assembles customer orders from stock, stage orders and/or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department according to OH or customer pick sheet

• Loads, unloads, moves, stacks and stages products and materials using an electric pallet jack or other power equipment

• Maintains equipment by keeping it clean and safe, reporting service requests as needed

• Assists in maintaining the security of the warehouse by conducting operations in a manner which promotes safety

• Checks orders for exactness and neatness according to ISO 9001 procedures

• Marks materials with identifying information

• Weighs or counts items for distribution within warehouse to ensure conformance to company standards

• Efficiently moves and loads product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers

• Performs picking duties in an efficient manner that meets both company and customer standards

• Assists with physical inventories and cycle counts, ensuring proper stock rotation

• Assists in distribution center/warehouse cleanup as required

• Other duties as required and assigned by supervisor

• For food accounts, incumbent is responsible to report food safety problems to senior management to initiate action.

Case Selector

Fedex Supply Chain - Edwardsville, IL

March 2020 to October 2020

• Accurately selecting product according to the customer’s order specifications.

• Load and unload product onto or from delivery vehicles, pallets, etc.

• Pulling and preparing product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.

• Perform picking/packing duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.

• Move product and materials using a pallet jack, electric pallet jack or other equipment.

• Ensure SOP’s are followed in fulfilling customer orders for shipment.

• Operation Radio Frequency (RF) terminals for various functions including picking, quality, inventory, shipping, etc.

• Determine the appropriate destination of product by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and sort packages accordingly.

• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.

• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee accuracy of inventory.

• Participate in physical inventories and cycle counts.

• Check or count products for accuracy and or damage/ infestation.

• Become knowledgeable of the responsibilities, procedures and duties of other areas of the warehouse if necessary.

• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed.

• May or may not be responsible for operating warehouse and computer equipment.

• Perform work in a safe and efficient manner

head set

Oriental Trading Co Inc - La Vista, NE

November 2018 to July 2019

11201 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE

Identify merchandise location, quantity, unit of measure and physical description by utilizing a communication head set.

Picked merchandise from item location into box/tote. Lift and place product, totes, and boxes onto conveyor. Pack orders/items into properly size cartons in an efficient manner. Check all orders for quality and accuracy.

Production Worker

Tosca Limited - Omaha, NE

March 2018 to October 2018

• Load handheld Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) onto the production line for sanitation processing

• Inspect RPCs for quality and remove any waste material, stickers, tags, damaged RPCs, and non-Tosca RPCs from incoming inventory before sanitation

• Monitor processing of RPCs through the line and adjust input or output as needed to maximize throughput

• Unload and sort handheld RPCs from the end of the production line and inspect to ensure that quality standards are met

• Repair damaged RPCs as appropriate

• Demonstrate good understanding and comply with all Tosca work rules

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Identify any safety concerns or hazards and report them

• Perform other related duties and assignments as required as well Packer

Marianna Industries - Omaha, NE

January 2018 to July 2018

• Clearing line of left-over components as needed.

• Maintain line cleanliness.

• Coordinate all efforts with other line workers and perform other functions as needed.

• Load bottles either manually or to automatic hopper, as directed.

• Insert of place pumps, caps, or sprayers to line as needed with accuracy.

• Monitor overflow and clear as necessary.

• Run and monitor the drop packer.

Pack individual cartons with finished product while ensuring quality standards are maintained.

• Stack full cartons on pallets following correct configuration.

• Communicate with Production Leader prior of running out of components. Mail Handler

USPS - Omaha, NE

October 2013 to October 2017

Separated parcel mail from incoming trucks.

Dumped mail onto racks for processing, cut ties, faced letter mail, and carried mail to distributors for processing.

Placed processed mail into transportation sacks and placed lock on sacks and pouches. Separated outgoing bulk mail for dispatch and loaded mail onto truck. Inspected empty equipment for mail and resting sacks. Canceled stamps on parcel post, operated canceling machines, and carried mail from canceling. Stocker/Order Picker

Remedy Intelligent Staffing - Omaha, NE

May 2016 to August 2016

Worked in a distribution center pulling orders and stocking new product. Aided in the processing of merchandise or supplies through the distribution center. Unloaded inbound shipments carefully and orderly for check in. Ensured bill of lading paperwork matches incoming freight. Loaded outbound shipments into store assigned cubes for delivery. Operated powered equipment, including forklift, double jack, high reach, and stock picker. Donor Support Technician

CSL Plasma - Omaha, NE

January 2016 to April 2016

Prepared plasma donor, donor booth, and autopheresis machine for the pheresis process. Monitored the donor and the pheresis process thoroughly to completion. Responded to specific alarms or signals from the autopheresis machine and any reaction a donor may have during or after the pheresis process.

Aided in daily calibration and troubleshooting of equipment as needed. Ensured accurate and legible recording of patient data in charts, records and Donor Management System

(DMS) as outlined in SOPs.

Followed all Health Safety and Environment SOPs and OSHA policies and procedures and maintained confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information. Medical Screener

Octapharma Plasma Center - Omaha, NE

March 2014 to July 2015

Performed clerical duties for front end operations and greeted incoming patients. Created and maintained donor record files and input information into the donor management computer software.

Answered the telephone and responded to donor inquiries regarding the procedure, payment and company policies in a prompt, professional manner. Set up and prepared all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedures.

Performed finger sticks and utilized screening equipment to obtain hematocrit and protein readings. Maintained compliance with SOP, current Good Manufacturing Procedures, and regulatory guidelines. Education

High School Diploma

Eastside Senior High School - East Saint Louis, IL Skills

• Microsoft Word (2 years)

• Microsoft Outlook (2 years)

• Calibration (2 years)

• Manufacturing

• Packaging (8 years)

• Assembly (8 years)

• Stocking

• Laboratory experience (1 year)

• Food safety

• Customer service (10+ years)

• Order picking (1 year)

• Pallet jack (3 years)

• Freight (1 year)

• Blood sampling

• Venipuncture

• Supply chain (2 years)

• OSHA

• Warehouse experience (8 years)

• Picking & packing (3 years)

• Forklift (1 year)

• Quality inspection

• Shipping & receiving

• Patient care

• Warehouse distribution (2 years)

• Microsoft Excel

• Dispatching

• Inventory Control

Certifications and Licenses

Forklift Certification

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