Safety-Focused Warehouse & Conductor Trainee

ABDULLAH KUMASI

CONDUCTOR TRAINEE WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS FACILITIES & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Chicago, IL 773-***-**** **************@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Safety-focused operations professional with 10+ years of experience across warehouse operations, forklift operation, facility support, environmental services, yard/property work, and HVAC-related maintenance. Certified sit-down forklift operator with a good safety record, experience training 5 team members, and hands-on background using pallet jacks, hand trucks, floor equipment, and snow plow equipment. Brings physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, communication, and reliability for conductor trainee, warehouse operations, and facilities/environmental services roles. CORE COMPETENCIES

Forklift Operation Warehouse Operations Yard Operations Trailer Identification Pallet Jack & Hand Truck Operation Load & Unload Support Safety Procedures Team Training Environmental Services Hospital Housekeeping Facility Maintenance Floor Equipment Snow Plow Operation HVAC Systems Mechanical Aptitude

Physical Labor

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Lead

PepsiCo Chicago, IL February 2018 - Present

• Operate sit-down forklifts to safely load, unload, move, stack, and stage products in a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment.

• Train and support 5 warehouse team members in forklift operation, picking, put-away, safety procedures, and daily workflow expectations.

• Maintain a good safety record while operating sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and warehouse equipment around active work areas.

• Support yard operations by identifying trailers through trailer numbers, communicating trailer-related information, and assisting with outside property needs.

• Operate snow plow equipment on company property to support safe access and continued operations during winter weather conditions.

• Contribute to warehouse productivity through product handling, picking, put-away processes, staff coordination, and safe work practices in varying climates.

Facilities Support / Account Fill-In Associate

GDI Services Chicago, IL November 2015 - Present

• Cover assigned accounts as needed, completing facility support, building maintenance, cleaning, trash removal, recycling, and equipment operation duties.

• Operate floor scrubbers and other facility equipment while maintaining clean, safe, and organized work areas for client locations.

• Perform physically demanding work, including frequent lifting and carrying of 70+ pounds, climbing ladders and stairs, and standing or walking for extended periods. Housekeeping Supervisor

Sodexo Melrose Park, IL August 2011 - 2014

• Supervised hospital housekeeping staff while helping maintain clean, safe, and compliant healthcare facility environments.

• Supported environmental services standards by monitoring common areas, reinforcing health and safety guidelines, and addressing facility upkeep, repairs, alarm checks, heating, and plumbing needs. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Field Service Technician Kleen Air Research Chicago, IL April 2007 - February 2009

• Serviced heating and cooling units, delivered filters, completed standard HVAC maintenance, provided customer- facing field support, and trained apprentices.

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

Single/Double Sit-Down Forklift Operator Certification 2020 HVAC Certificate 2006

High School Diploma Rich Central High School

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