PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

JOSEPH EDWARDS

■ Whitestown, IN 46075 ■ 219-***-**** ■ ad4cst@r.postjobfree.com ■ Diligent Material Handler offering experience moving loads quickly and without damage. Attentive and safety-focused with proven history of identifying potential hazards. Works well in both team and independent roles.

Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level installer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated Warehouse team member skilled in operating equipment, prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet team goals. Strong understanding of OSHA standards and optimal safety guidelines. Hard worker consistently arrives early and stays late to get deadline-oriented jobs complete.

• Forklift Operation

• Tugger Operations

• Equipment Safety

• Stock Rotation

• Material Handling

• Pallet Jack Operation

• Warehouse Organization

• Shipping Documentation

• Assembly and Production

• Customer Service

• Logistics

• Attention to Detail

• Shipping and Receiving

• Manufacturing

• Forklift Operations

• Loading and Unloading

• Warehouse Operations

• Equipment Inspections

• Stock Management

• Production Support

• Warehouse Safety

• Material Packaging

• Teamwork and Collaboration

• Equipment Monitoring

• Pick Ticket Orders

• Positive Attitude

• Order Picking

• Truck Loading and Unloading

MATERIAL HANDLER/WAREHOUSE ORDER PICKER 09/2023 to 12/2023 GNC, Whitestown

• Operated Up Reach Forklift

• Pick Orders

• Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.

• Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.

• Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.

• Transported inventory items to appropriate locations. Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.

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• Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements. Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.

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Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.

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• Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment. Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.

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• Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.

• Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.

• Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.

• Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures. Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.

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Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.

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Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.

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• Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials. Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.

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Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.

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• Performed proper lifting and handling techniques to maintain safe working environment.

• Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays. KITCHEN MANAGER 04/2022 to 09/2023

Burger King, Indianapolis, United States

Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.

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Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.

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Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high- quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.

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Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

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Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.

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• Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses. Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.

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Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.

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Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

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• Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

• Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.

• Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature. WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE 04/2015 to 09/2017

Meats By Lenz, Hammond, United States

Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.

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• Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.

• Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise. EDUCATION

Handled daily customer service aspects and maintained positive relationships with external customers and freight partners.

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• Operated box or straight trucks and cargo vans.

• Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

• Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse. Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.

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• Worked safely around moving machinery.

• Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.

• Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards. Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.

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MACHINE OPERATOR 03/2012 to 02/2014

I F I, Hammond, United States

Cut Instalations For Pipes And Tubing

• Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.

• Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.

• Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements. Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.

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INSTALLER 03/2009 to 08/2011

Four Seasons, Bedford Park, United States

• Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.

• Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.

• Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.

• Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.

• Inspected installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction. Supported customer satisfaction, providing detailed instructions and demonstrations on proper system operation.

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• Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment. Trade : HVAC Installation And Repair, 02/2009

ETI - Blue Island, United States

High School Diploma : 06/2008

Thorton Township High School - Harvey IL

LANGUAGES English

Full Professional

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