Jose L. Hernandez
Freeport
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced warehouse professional with 6 years of experience in food service and material handling. Proficient in forklift operation, kitchen management, and cooking. Possess a forklift certification and strong skills in loading dock operations, order verification, and surface cleaning.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Student
Rockford Career College
1130 S Alpine Rd #100, Rockford, IL 61108
03.2023 - Current
- Operated welding equipment to execute various joining techniques.
- Practiced safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Assisted instructors in demonstrating welding techniques and best practices.
- Collaborated with peers on group projects to enhance teamwork skills.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
AmeriCold Logistics
6765 Imron Dr, Belvidere, IL 61008
05.2014 - 10.2021
- Implemented organizational strategies for storage that maximized space utilization throughout facility.
- Trained new staff on safe forklift operations and best practices for handling warehouse materials.
- Coordinated with shipping department to prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy of orders and documentation.
- Secured pallets with plastic wrap and affixed merchandise tags to ensure readiness for shipping.
Forklift Operator
Bag Makers, Inc.
Union, IL
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Operated various types of forklifts, such as sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, or clamp trucks based on job requirements
- Loading, unloading shipping, and receiving warehouse items.
- Transporting materials to different locations within the facility.
- Optimizing load and shirt operation efficiency.
Cook
Moscato's Pizza & Italian Bakery
Belvidere, IL
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Worked closely with the chef to develop innovative recipes that met specific dietary requirements
- Suggested improvements to menu offerings based on customer feedback leading to increased sales
- Mentored junior cooks by providing guidance on culinary techniques and best practices
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours while maintaining accuracy
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
LOWE'S DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Rockford, IL
05.2013 - 09.2014
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Loaded and unloaded chucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Verified accuracy of shipment against purchase orders, and invoices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL05-2024
Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology - Welding
Rockford Career College
Rockford, IL11-2026
Skills
- Order Verification
- Surface cleaning
- Recipe-based cooking
- Material Handling
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse management
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading Dock Operations
- Pallet Jack
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Cooking
- Kitchen Experience
- Cutting processes
- Welding symbols
- Welding techniques
Certification
Forklift Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Welding Student
Rockford Career College
03.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
Bag Makers, Inc.
02.2017 - 04.2021
Cook
Moscato's Pizza & Italian Bakery
06.2014 - 09.2016
Warehouse Forklift Operator
AmeriCold Logistics
05.2014 - 10.2021
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
LOWE'S DISTRIBUTION CENTER
05.2013 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Highland Community College
Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology - Welding
Rockford Career College