Leon Childress
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and safety awareness, experienced at Delaware North Sports Service. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through effective material handling and customer service. Skilled in operating industrial equipment and maintaining a clean, organized work environment, contributing to a significant reduction in workplace accidents.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Porter
Delaware North Sports Service(chicago White Sox)
03.2023 - Current
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
- Maintained a strong work ethic and punctuality, consistently arriving on time and prepared for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests through regular cleaning of lobby, hallways, and restrooms.
- Assisted in event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely execution and seamless transitions between events.
- Stored supplies safely and securely to prevent theft and damage.
- Upheld company standards for appearance by wearing designated uniform and maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
- Resolved guest inquiries punctually and politely for professional customer service.
- Unpacked and stored deliveries in proper locations for orderly, accessible supplies.
- Contributed to team efforts by providing cross-training to new porters on best practices and procedures.
- Enabled safer environment by promptly reporting maintenance issues encountered during rounds.
Forklift Operator/Inventory Specialist
RBG Plastics Llc/restaurantware
08.2019 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Real Alloy
05.2013 - 10.2018
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
Material Handler/Order Picker
Progressive Logistics Services
10.2008 - 12.2012
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
Chicago, IL05-1989
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Clean driving record
- Safety awareness
- General labor
- Punctual and dependable
- Worksite safety
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- OSHA regulations
- Building repairs
- Industrial equipment
- Power tool expertise
- Industrial equipment experience
- Quality control
Timeline
Porter
Delaware North Sports Service(chicago White Sox)
03.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator/Inventory Specialist
RBG Plastics Llc/restaurantware
08.2019 - Current
Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Real Alloy
05.2013 - 10.2018
Material Handler/Order Picker
Progressive Logistics Services
10.2008 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
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