Forklift Operator
Resume:
Anthony Alba
Chicago, IL *****
****.*********@*****.***
Professional Experience
Shipping Foreman
Seating Concepts – Rockdale, IL
March 2018 – September 2024
Recognized for outstanding performance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Coordinated, delegated, monitored, and inspected orders for accuracy and efficiency.
Ensured workers, equipment, and materials were used effectively to maximize productivity, efficiency, and safety.
Demonstrated strong leadership skills by motivating employees, maintaining morale, and resolving conflicts.
Acted as a facilitator when managing a diverse workforce and challenging situations.
Exhibited professionalism in all interactions with management, supervisors, and workers.
Trained new employees and ensured adherence to company standards.
Maintained detailed records and prepared related reports.
Supervised a team of 10 employees, ensuring efficient workflow, meeting daily operational targets, and maintaining high levels of accuracy and quality control.
Shipping Coordinator
BP America – Warrenville, IL
October 2012 – March 2018
Coordinated the movement of products such as gasoline, diesel, propane, butane, asphalt, propylene, sulfur, and coke.
Processed shipment information in SAP (PR4 and PR5), including orders, delivery notes, invoices, and bills of lading, to meet contractual terms and customer needs.
Monitored rail and truck status, coordinated repairs for bad order railcars, and assessed maintenance needs.
Ensured accurate and timely pipeline and barge entries for gasoline and diesel.
Reviewed rail freight charges from third-party providers and addressed discrepancies.
Reconciled truck, rail, pipeline, and barge movements in daily and monthly reports, resolving any disparities.
Worked closely with Accounting/Financial Analysts and other external contacts as needed.
Responded to internal and external customer queries and performed month-end reconciliations.
Shipping Supervisor
DB Schenker – Joliet, IL
October 2006 – August 2012
Prepared documents such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.
Inspected outgoing shipments to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
Checked inventory records to determine the availability of requested merchandise.
Recorded shipment data such as weight, charges, and space availability for reporting purposes.
Prepared invoices, shipping documents, and contracts while adjusting inventory records to reflect product movement.
Managed a team of 30+ employees, optimizing workflows and ensuring timely, accurate shipments to meet client demands.
Examined contents of incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and verified them against manifests, invoices, or orders.
Corresponded with company representatives to resolve issues such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
Skills
Software: Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
SAP: Proficient user with 6+ years of experience
Industrial Equipment: Certified on forklift, cherry picker, and other industrial equipment with 10 years’ experience
Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and team management skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Education
Joliet Junior College – Joliet, IL
Business Management 2014
Plainfield High School – Plainfield, IL
Equivalency Diploma 2001
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